Botanical Name: Common Names:
Leucospermum hybrida Calypso Pink Pincushion, Pin Cushion,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Shrubs Broad Domed
Description:
A compact shrub which attracts birds. Ideal for low maintenance, low water use gardens and containers. Stunning masses of peach-coloured flowers in Spring.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 60cm-1m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Coastal Garden, Cut Flower, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Container / Pot, Native Garden
Pests & Diseases: Mealy Bugs
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser
Family Name: Origin:
Proteaceae Africa
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Grey
Flower Colour: Orange, Pink
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Fruit: No
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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