Leucadendron 'Oriental Blush'
Botanical Name: | Proteaceae Leucadendron salignum |
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Height: | 1.5m |
Width: | 1.5m |
Position: | Full Sun |
Frost tolerance: | will tolerate frosts to -5°C |
Uses: | Mass planting, feature plant, foliage, cut flower |
Description: Leucadendron Oriental Blush is a medium shrub peaking in Winter with masses of attractive yellow flowers with stiking red blush.
How to look after Leucadendron Oriental Blush:
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 Oriental Blush in Spring to encourage new growth and maitain shape.