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Leucospermum cuneiforme

Also Known As

  • Leucospermum attenuatum
  • Pincushion

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Leucospermum cuneiforme plant details

Leucospermum cuneiforme is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer pink and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leucospermum cuneiforme

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leucospermum cuneiforme

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Gardening facts about Leucospermum cuneiforme plant

How to Grow Leucospermum cuneiforme

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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