I am a compact low mounding native shrub with masses of vibrant red and cream spidery flowers from winter through to spring.
My dense habit and rounded form suit me to rockeries, borders and container planting.
My nectar rich flowers attract small nectar feeding birds for which I am an important food source.
Hardy, I am suitable for planting in coastal conditions and exposed locations.
I do best in a well-drained soil with a sunny aspect.
Caution: Skin irritant
I am popular and will make you happy because...
My blooms attract honey eaters and other small nectar feeding birds to the garden
I produce red/pink and cream flowers in profusion from mid winter to early spring
I am ideal for rockeries, general landscaping and decorative pots
Features
I thrive in full sun to part shade
Height: 0.3m Width: 1.2m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 0.3m Width: 0.3m)(Size at point of sale approx. 60cm including pot)
I need minimal water once established
Suitable for coastal planting I thrive in most soils and tolerate dry conditions
Plant features
Coastal tolerant
Red Pink Cream flowers
Grey Green foliage
Flowers May-Nov
Plant me:
- In garden beds and general landscaping
- In pots and other containers
- In native and wildlife gardens
Tips for success
Prune lightly after flowering and fertilise with low phosphorous native fertiliser
Plant at least 0.2m apart.
Choose a full sun to partly shaded position.
Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.
Choose whether you are planting in the garden or a pot to receive guidance built from this plant's light, water, habit and use information.
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