Phylica pubescens

Just as well that I did not know about its requirement of a free-draining
acid/peaty soil. My soil is a decent clay loam, a bit sticky in places and
definitely not acid. The plant took to it happily and has never shown signs
of any problems.
Moira - you said that your plant was shortlived. Considering its fast
growth I can imagine that it might not live that long. Mine is now 5 years
old and while looking mature, it does not show any signs of decline. How
long did yours live?
Finally, having sown seed from several sources,some of it certainly fresh,
I am baffled by Paul Trownson's statement: "I just sow them."  Sigh.
Myself, I may have to pull out the old burning pine needle trick.
Thank you for the helpful comments from all of you.
Anni
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