{"product_id":"polygala-little-bibi","title":"Polygala Little Bibi","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bb6exu\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"60\"\u003ePolygala myrtifolia ‘Little Bibi’ (Dwarf Sweet Pea Shrub)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"318\"\u003ePolygala ‘Little Bibi’ is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its bright purple flowers and naturally tidy growth habit. It is widely used in borders, low hedging, and container planting where long-lasting colour and a neat, structured form are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eThe plant produces small, narrow green leaves that form a dense, rounded mound. It flowers prolifically through much of the year in warm climates, displaying vivid purple, pea-like blooms with a distinctive crested keel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"545\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e‘Little Bibi’ is known for its extended flowering period, often blooming for most of the year in suitable climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eIt has a slightly tighter and more compact habit than larger Polygala varieties, making it ideal for smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eIts bright purple flowers provide strong colour contrast and consistent visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"892\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18918vg\" data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eThis variety grows as a compact, rounded shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eIt typically reaches 40 to 80 cm in height, with a similar spread. Growth rate is moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1evwddo\" data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yjlpdk\" data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003ePerforms best in full sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes the most prolific flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rthh5f\" data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eRequires regular watering during establishment. Once established, it prefers moderate watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eAllow soil to dry slightly between watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p3fpbz\" data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003ePrefers well-draining soil and is adaptable to a range of soil types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14lz4ze\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eSuitable for warm temperate to subtropical climates. It tolerates heat and coastal exposure but is sensitive to heavy frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003eLow to moderate maintenance. Light pruning helps maintain shape and encourages dense growth and continued flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eFertilise during the growing season to support flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eRemove any leggy or damaged growth as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lt9dvm\" data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eFrost may damage foliage in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eReduced flowering may occur in low light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003ePoor drainage can affect root health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eGenerally pest resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mu966k\" data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003ePolygala ‘Little Bibi’ is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eBorders and edging\u003cbr data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eLow hedging\u003cbr data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eContainer planting\u003cbr data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eCourtyards and patios\u003cbr data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eCoastal gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eLow-maintenance landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003eIts compact size makes it ideal for tight spaces and structured designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8r6oui\" data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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data-end=\"2712\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2638\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2712\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLittle Bibi Sweet Pea Shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2811\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2737\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2811\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvergreen shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2836\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2910\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e40 cm to 80 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2935\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"3009\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCompact, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3108\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3034\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3034\" data-end=\"3108\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3109\" data-end=\"3207\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3109\" data-end=\"3133\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3207\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3306\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3232\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3306\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePreferred for flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr 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Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3628\" data-end=\"3702\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWarm temperate to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3801\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3727\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3801\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3900\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3826\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3826\" data-end=\"3900\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3901\" data-end=\"3999\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3901\" data-end=\"3925\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3925\" data-end=\"3999\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4098\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4024\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4098\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGeneral-purpose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4099\" data-end=\"4197\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4099\" data-end=\"4123\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4123\" data-end=\"4197\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNot commonly regarded as toxic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4199\" data-end=\"4202\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19bd7jg\" data-start=\"4204\" data-end=\"4235\"\u003eFAQ – Polygala ‘Little Bibi’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4265\"\u003eHow long does it flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4265\" data-end=\"4268\"\u003eOften for most of the year in warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4314\" data-end=\"4406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4314\" data-end=\"4352\"\u003eIs it smaller than ‘Little Polly’?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4352\" data-end=\"4355\"\u003eYes, it is slightly more compact and lower growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4408\" data-end=\"4502\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4408\" data-end=\"4434\"\u003eDoes it need full sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4434\" data-end=\"4437\"\u003eFull sun gives best flowering, though partial shade is tolerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4504\" data-end=\"4576\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4504\" data-end=\"4532\"\u003eIs it suitable for pots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4532\" data-end=\"4535\"\u003eYes, it performs very well in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4578\" 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