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Leucadendron eucalyptifolium

Gum leaved Conebush

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Information by: australianplants.com;gardensonline.        Photographer: anniesannuals.com

 

Description

Large shrub 15-20' tall and 8-12' wide with yellow flush in winter-spring. Great screen or hedge plant for well drained, sandy soils in full sun. Excellent foliage for cut flowers. Frost tolerant to 22 degrees F and drought resistant shrub once established. Flowers resemble cone heads. Prefers low phosphorus soil. Prune in spring once the winter flowers have finished. Caterpillars and scale can be a problem; in humid conditions, there can be a problems with various fungal diseases. Evergreen leaves resemble eucalyptus leaves except they are brilliant chartreuse color. This evergreen shrub is wind tolerant but difficult to find in stores. Better luck by finding seeds to plant.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers