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Leucospermum patersonii

Botanical Name: Common Names:
Leucospermum patersonii Coastal Pincushion,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Hedging / Screening, Shrubs V-Shaped

Description:
Large shrub with bright orange to red flowers in Spring. Hardy variety great for sunny coastal gardens. Perfect for low maintenance, low water gardens or containers. Grows to approx. 3-4m tall.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 1-2m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Coastal Garden, Cut Flower, Foliage Feature / Colour, Hedging / Screening, Low Water Garden, Container / Pot

Pests & Diseases: Mealy Bugs, Yellow Leaves

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser

Family Name: Origin:
Proteaceae Africa

Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Orange, Red
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Insignificant

Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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