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Leucadendron salignum 'Julie'


Leucadendron salignum 'Julie' Leucadendron salignum 'Julie'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Densely erect bushy shrub. It has fine light green foliage that goes bronze in winter. In spring wide bracts emerge a cream colour flushed with reddish-bronze tones. The stems are medium length and great for floral work. Very showy and lasts through the spring. To maintain bushy habit, prune back stems in late spring. Best in a sunny site in well drained soil, tolerates dry conditions once established.

 
Genus
Leucadendron
Species   salignum
Cultivar   'Julie'

Common name
Cone flower

Family name
Proteaceae
Place of origin
South Africa


DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type
Avoid fertilisers with phosphate / Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil

Moisture
Tolerates dry soils

Exposure
Prefers a sunny site / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate moderate frosts

Texture / Whimsical

Shrubs

Category
Small, height between 1 and 1.5 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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