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Gastrolobium celsianum

Also Known As

Brachysema lanceolata
Swan River Pea

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

9a-11

Gastrolobium celsianum plant details

Gastrolobium celsianum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gastrolobium celsianum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gastrolobium celsianum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Resistant to: heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A debonair Winter bloomer, this Western Australia native begins the flower party in January, continuing the show through late-Spring, with ruby-red, hummingbird attracting, 1" long parrot beak shaped blooms. A lovely intermingler, its habit can be a wee bit variable, ranging from 3-5' high & wide, with fetching, deep green, 4" long, lance-shaped leaves that sport silvery grey undersides. Totally adaptable, it doesn't mind life on the coast, humidity, heat & it's even DROUGHT TOLERANT once established. Well draining soil is key to happiness.