Buy Templetonia retusa

Also Known As

Cockies Tongue
Cocky's Tongues

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

9b-10b

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Templetonia retusa plant details

Templetonia retusa is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter red flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Templetonia retusa

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and winter
Uses: long-blooming, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Templetonia retusa

USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cockies Tongue is an unassuming but attractive shrub that bursts into life with hundreds of elongated pea flowers at the end of winter and into spring. Prune after flowering to keep a tidy form.