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Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veldfire'

Also Known As

  • Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veld Fire'
  • Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veldt Fire'
  • Veldt Fire Pincushion

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veldfire' plant details

Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veldfire' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer red 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. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veldfire'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, dramatic, exotic, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veldfire'

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

Gardening facts about Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veldfire' plant

How to Grow Leucospermum cordifolium 'Veldfire'

  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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