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Scent of the bush

There are few more pleasing sights than a boronia in full bloom in the Australian bush, often acting as a harbinger of springtime.

Mass displays of colourful blossoms combined with delicate floral perfumes and cut-flower qualities add to the allure of such species as brown boronia.

It should be said, however, that boronias do not rank among the easiest of plants to grow, but with the right attention to horticultural detail you can enjoy delightful displays of this stunning group of Australian natives.

If you treat boronias as

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