Habit: MEDIUM SHRUB (MS)
Available Sizes | ||
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14cm | ||
Height x Width: 1.5 - 1.5m x 1.50 - 1.50m
Pruning: Prune annually
Frost Tolerance: High
Coastal Tolerance: Medium
Clay & Heavy Soil Tolerance:
Drought Tolerance: Medium
Origin: Australian Plant
Evergreen: Yes
Flowering: starts: Mid Summer / ends: Late Autumn
Flower Colour: Bright Red
Irrigation: No watering required once established if planted in suitable conditions. Will require water over long dry periods.
Lower Temperatures: Temperatures as low as -5°C for short periods once established. Heavy frosts will cause the plant to die, needs to be planted in protected areas.
Upper Temperatures: Temperatures in the Low 40's°C will tolerate higher temperatures for short periods.
Fertilising: Slow release low phosphorus fertilizer, supplement with iron to prevent yellowing of leaves.
Environment: Plants selected suitable for Melbourne surrounds and southern states of Australia.