Jester Conebush

Leucadendron 'Jester'

Pronunciation: lew-kuh-DEN-dron
SKU #41006
8-10

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 5 ft. tall and wide.

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Description Stunning pink variegation develops a brilliant red flush as the weather cools. Deep red bracts surrounding attractive cone-like flowers top the branches late winter into spring. A great frost and drought tolerant accent for minimal-care, low-water landscapes. Plant en masse for an informal screen. Excellent foliage for floral arrangements. Evergreen.
Bloom Time Late winter to spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise
Problems/Solutions Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak
Flower Color Red
Foliage Color Variegated
Companion Plants Agave (Agave); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Aeonium (Aeonium); Crassula (Crassula); Phormium (Phormium); Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos)
Care Instructions Provide lean, very well-drained, sandy to loamy soil. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Fertilize sparingly - benefits from an occasional iron supplement; avoid fertilizers containing phosphorus. Prune occasionally to encourage dense growth.
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DescriptionStunning pink variegation develops a brilliant red flush as the weather cools. Deep red bracts surrounding attractive cone-like flowers top the branches late winter into spring. A great frost and drought tolerant accent for minimal-care, low-water landscapes. Plant en masse for an informal screen. Excellent foliage for floral arrangements. Evergreen.
Bloom TimeLate winter to spring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsAgave (Agave); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Aeonium (Aeonium); Crassula (Crassula); Phormium (Phormium); Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide lean, very well-drained, sandy to loamy soil. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Fertilize sparingly - benefits from an occasional iron supplement; avoid fertilizers containing phosphorus. Prune occasionally to encourage dense growth.

Frequently asked questions

Does Jester Conebush produce flowers?
Late winter to spring
Is Jester Conebush evergreen or deciduous?
Jester Conebush is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Jester Conebush?
Jester Conebush is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise.
Is Jester Conebush resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Jester Conebush grow?
Jester Conebush has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Jester Conebush in my landscape?
Jester Conebush is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak.
What color are Jester Conebush flowers?
Jester Conebush produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Jester Conebush?
Jester Conebush has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Jester Conebush?
Good companion plants for Jester Conebush include: Agave (Agave); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Aeonium (Aeonium); Crassula (Crassula); Phormium (Phormium); Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos).
How do I care for Jester Conebush?
Provide lean, very well-drained, sandy to loamy soil. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Fertilize sparingly - benefits from an occasional iron supplement; avoid fertilizers containing phosphorus. Prune occasionally to encourage dense growth.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.