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Swainsona formosa

Swainsona formosa, commonly known as Sturt’s Desert Pea, is a striking Australian native celebrated for its vivid crimson flowers with distinctive black centres. This hardy plant thrives in sunny, well-drained locations and is well adapted to arid conditions. Ideal for native gardens and feature plantings, it attracts pollinators while showcasing one of Australia’s most iconic and spectacular wildflowers during its flowering season.

How to purchase

Pickup Information – Knoxbrooke Nursery

Knoxbrooke Nursery

136 York Road, MOUNT EVELYN, Victoria, 3796
Available

Pickup Timeframe

Orders are usually ready for pickup within 1-2 business days after order confirmation.

You’ll receive a notification once your order is ready — please wait for this before arriving.

Pickup Location

📍 Knoxbrooke Nursery

136 York Road,

mt Evelyn, VIC, 3796

Pickup Hours

🕒 Monday - Saturday 8.30am – 4.30pm (Closed Sunday)

Pickups must be collected during opening hours.

At Pickup

Please bring your order confirmation

Check plants before leaving

Orders not collected within 14 days may be cancelled or refunded

Contact Us

📞 Phone: (03) 9737 0400

✉️ Email: retail@knoxbrooke.com.au

Native

Suited to the Australian Climate

Flower Care Guide

  • Coastal:
    No
  • Flowering Season:
    Spring
  • Frost Tolerance:
    Low
  • Landscape Use:
    Ground covers
  • Light:
    Sun
  • Toxicity:
    Low Toxic

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