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Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush
Leucadendron 'Safari Goldstrike'
Pronunciation: lew-kuh-DEN-dron
SKU #42611
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 5 to 6 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | This dense, mounding, upright-branching, evergreen shrub thrives in sunny coastal climates. Reddish stems with whorls of bright green foliage develop showy yellow bracts that reveal yellow cone-like flowers at the tips during winter and into spring, adding dynamic color highlights to the landscape. A frost-tender perennial, hardy to 25°F. |
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| Bloom Time | Late winter into spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Phormium (Phormium); Aeonium (Aeonium); Crassula (Crassula); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Agave (Agave); 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. |
Details
| Description | This dense, mounding, upright-branching, evergreen shrub thrives in sunny coastal climates. Reddish stems with whorls of bright green foliage develop showy yellow bracts that reveal yellow cone-like flowers at the tips during winter and into spring, adding dynamic color highlights to the landscape. A frost-tender perennial, hardy to 25°F. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late winter into spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
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| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Phormium (Phormium); Aeonium (Aeonium); Crassula (Crassula); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Agave (Agave); Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos) |
Care
| 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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Frequently asked questions
Does Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush produce flowers?
Late winter into spring
Is Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush evergreen or deciduous?
Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush?
Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Compact Form.
Is Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush grow?
Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush in my landscape?
Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak.
What color are Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush flowers?
Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush?
Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush?
Good companion plants for Safari Goldstrike Yellow Conebush include: Phormium (Phormium); Aeonium (Aeonium); Crassula (Crassula); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Agave (Agave); Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos).
How do I care for Safari Goldstrike Yellow 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 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
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.