Safari Sunshine' Conebush, Leucadendron 'Jester', 'Jester' Conebush
Particularly beautiful, Leucadendron ‘Safari Sunshine’ or ‘Jester’ (Conebush) is a multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with showy red bracts surrounding creamy yellow cones in late winter to spring. Borne at the stem tips, they rise above the variegated foliage of narrow leaves, a lovely blend of green, pink and cream. Perfect for use in low maintenance and water-wise gardens, this Leucadendron is a great choice for screens or hedges. Its bracts are long-lasting and look stunning in fresh and dried arrangements.
Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
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Climate Zones | 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Proteaceae |
Genus | Leucadendron |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early) Fall Winter |
Height |
4' - 5' (120cm - 150cm) |
Spread |
4' - 5' (120cm - 150cm) |
Spacing | 60" (150cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden |
Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Proteaceae |
Genus | Leucadendron |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early) Fall Winter |
Height |
4' - 5' (120cm - 150cm) |
Spread |
4' - 5' (120cm - 150cm) |
Spacing | 60" (150cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden |
How many Leucadendron ‘Safari Sunshine’ (Conebush) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Leucadendron ‘Safari Sunshine’ (Conebush) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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