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Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Isopogon dawsonii plant details

Isopogon dawsonii is an evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Isopogon dawsonii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Isopogon dawsonii

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: acidic, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A bit more subtle in flower and flora than the Western Australian varieties, it is none the less a wonderful addition to the garden. The foliage is delicate and flowering while the flowers maintain their vigor in the vase for weeks.

Gardening facts about Isopogon dawsonii plant

How to Grow Isopogon dawsonii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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