This ornamental shrub is native to Western and South Australia. Evergreen and with a very characteristic reddish or purple bloom, due to the color and large size of its flowers.
It can grow from 3 to 8m tall and requires exposure to full sun and minimal watering. A perfect habitat for birds and bees.
Sowing February March on sandy/peat mix. Or sowing at temperatures of 15 ºC night/ 20º C day.
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Flowering |
Attracts Wildlife | Bees, Seed eating birds |
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Average germination (%) | 60 |
Flower colour | Purple, Red |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Hardiness | Drought resistant, Hardy |
Plant use | Low maintenance garden, Urban garden, Wild garden |
Seeds per gram | 114 |
Soil - Moisture | Well-drained |
Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |
Watering | Little |