Leucadendron 'Maui Sunset'
| Botanical Name: | Proteaceae Leucadendron hybrid |
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| Height: | 1.5m |
| Width: | 1.5m |
| Position: | Full Sun |
| Frost tolerance: | will tolerate frosts to -5°C |
| Uses: | feature plant, foliage, pot suitable, cut flower |
Description: Leucadendron Maui Sunset is a medium sized shrub which has attractive coloured foliage peaking in Winter with a peachy tinge on a striking pale yellow head.
How to look after Leucadendron Maui Sunset:
Plant in a free draining acidic soil.
Although Leucadendrons are drought tolerant, soil should be kept moist in the first year until plant is established, once established they may require some watering in extremely dry conditions.
Prune Leucadendron Maui Sunset by removing flowers (which are lovely in floral arrangements) this will encourage new growth and help maitain shape of plant.
