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Safari Sunset Conebush
Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset'
Pronunciation: lew-kuh-DEN-dron
SKU #07808
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide.
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| Description | A stunning multi-stemmed evergreen with slender red-tinged green foliage on tall, upright stems that develop attractive cone-like flowers surrounded by rich red bracts at the terminal ends in spring. Well-adapted to coastal regions, tolerating wind and salt air. Use en masse to create a carefree informal hedge or screen. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Phormium (Phormium); Aeonium (Aeonium); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Crassula (Crassula); 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 | A stunning multi-stemmed evergreen with slender red-tinged green foliage on tall, upright stems that develop attractive cone-like flowers surrounded by rich red bracts at the terminal ends in spring. Well-adapted to coastal regions, tolerating wind and salt air. Use en masse to create a carefree informal hedge or screen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Phormium (Phormium); Aeonium (Aeonium); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Crassula (Crassula); 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 Sunset Conebush produce flowers?
Spring
Is Safari Sunset Conebush evergreen or deciduous?
Safari Sunset Conebush is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Safari Sunset Conebush?
Safari Sunset Conebush is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing.
Is Safari Sunset Conebush resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Safari Sunset Conebush grow?
Safari Sunset Conebush has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Safari Sunset Conebush in my landscape?
Safari Sunset Conebush is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak.
What color are Safari Sunset Conebush flowers?
Safari Sunset Conebush produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Safari Sunset Conebush?
Safari Sunset Conebush has Red foliage.
What plants grow well with Safari Sunset Conebush?
Good companion plants for Safari Sunset Conebush include: Phormium (Phormium); Aeonium (Aeonium); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Crassula (Crassula); Agave (Agave); Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos).
How do I care for Safari Sunset 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.