Leucadendron 'Devils Blush'
Botanical Name: | Proteaceae Leucadendron salignum hybrid |
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Height: | 1m |
Width: | 1m |
Position: | Full Sun |
Frost tolerance: | will tolerate frosts to -5°C |
Uses: | Mass planting, feature plant, foliage, pot suitable |
Description: Leucadendron Devils Blush is a small shrub with blue/grey foliage turning red from Autumn till Spring.
How to look after Leucadendron Devils Blush:
Plant in a free draining acidic soil.
Although Leucadendron 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 Devils Blush in Late Spring to encourage new growth and maintain shape.