The ultimate low-maintenance coastal rosemary
Westringia fruticosa Zena is a compact, low-growing Coastal Rosemary ideal for modern Melbourne gardens. Featuring soft grey-green foliage and delicate mauve flowers, Zena is perfect for low hedging, borders, coastal planting and drought-tolerant landscapes. Its naturally tidy growth habit requires minimal maintenance while delivering year-round structure and texture. Tough enough for harsh coastal conditions yet refined enough for contemporary garden designs, Zena is a reliable Australian native that thrives in Melbourne’s changing climate.
Plant Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Westringia fruticosa ‘Zena’ |
| Common Name | Zena Coastal Rosemary |
| Plant Type | Native Shrub |
| Height | 50cm – 80cm |
| Width | 1m – 1.5m |
| Position | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Watering | Low once established |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Foliage | Soft Grey-Green |
| Flower Colour | Mauve |
| Uses | Low Hedging, Borders, Coastal Gardens, Mass Planting |
| Maintenance | Very Low |
Soft texture, hardy growth and effortless garden structure
Westringia fruticosa Zena is a superb low-maintenance native shrub that combines soft texture, compact form and exceptional durability. Its spreading growth habit makes it ideal for defining pathways, softening retaining walls and creating neat low borders in Melbourne gardens. Drought tolerant, coastal hardy and easy to shape, Zena provides effortless structure and year-round native appeal with very little upkeep required.
