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Australian Native Plants, located in Ventura, CA, is a leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens. Shop the online store or come visit us (by appointment only).
Leucospermum Mauna Kea

Description

Handsome fast growing pincushion with large yellow flowers and fading stamens to pale orange. Grey leaves and shrub 6'x 6', possibly Lsp. reflexum parent. Originally plant was sold as Leucospermum 'Kelsey'. Appears to be an easy growing shrub and propagates well. Frost will damage young growth and buds. Drought hardy once established. Great cut flower and bird attractor.

Details

Biological Name: Leucospermum Mauna Kea
Common Name: Pincushion
Family: Proteaceae
Origin: South African
Exposure: Full Sun
Irrigation: Drought tolerant once established
Frost: Light Frost Tolerant 28F (-2C)
Soil: Well-drained
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Time: Winter-Spring
Height: 6'
Width: 6'
See also...
Shrub
Availability ...
1 Gallon: not available
2 Gallon: not available
5 Gallon: not available
15 Gallon: not available
Mail Order Plant (online only): not available
Seeds (online only): not available
Propagation Information: Grown by cuttings

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