Conebush
Leucadendron laureolum
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A South African shrub prized for its distinctive cone-shaped flower heads with colorful, papery bracts that range from yellow to bronze-red. Drought-tolerant and excellent for cut flowers, it thrives in Mediterranean climates and well-drained soils.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
South Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Safari Sunset is the classic bronze-red cut-flower cultivar with deep warm tones; Wilson's Wonder features cream and red bracts for a softer bicolor effect.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A South African shrub prized for its distinctive cone-shaped flower heads with colorful, papery bracts that range from yellow to bronze-red. Drought-tolerant and excellent for cut flowers, it thrives in Mediterranean climates and well-drained soils.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Conebush grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
South Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Safari Sunset is the classic bronze-red cut-flower cultivar with deep warm tones; Wilson's Wonder features cream and red bracts for a softer bicolor effect.