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Leucospermum cordifolium
Also Known As
- Leucospermum nutans
- Nodding Pincushion
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'
- W: 6'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Leucospermum cordifolium plant details
Leucospermum cordifolium is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer pink and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Leucospermum cordifolium
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: proteaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
- Flowers: pink and yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden, exotic, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Leucospermum cordifolium
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: acidic and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Leucospermum cordifolium plant
How to Grow Leucospermum cordifolium
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- yellow
Wildlife
- birds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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