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Tree Pincushion
Stock: Out Of Stock
SKU Code: B 47.
Family: Proteaceae
Characteristics: Shrub 3-5 m spread 3-6 m
Seed per packet: 5
Sold by seed count
The largest of the pincushions grows in a rounded habit and is quite spectacular when in flower. The large rounded bushes become covered in a mass of bright golden yellow flowers 70-90 mm in diameter which is further highlighted by the dark green leaves.
An excellent variety for the coastal garden as it is wind resistant and is well suited to poor sandy soils. Good long-lasting cut flowers. Flowering occurs in late winter until midsummer.
Prefers poor well-drained soil in a sunny position, excellent wind, and drought-resistant but frost tender.
Occurs naturally on the Cape Peninsular region of South Africa spreading eastwards across the Cape Flats and on to Stanford.
Grow notes:
The best time to sow is usually autumn or spring when the temperature range is between 16-22°C and there is a difference of day and night temperatures of around 12°C.
If your summer is hot and dry and your winter is moderate and wet the best time to sow is in autumn.
In colder climates with less harsh summers, it is usually better to sow in spring.
Pre-treatment of smoke is recommended:
Members of the Proteaceae are responsive to pre-treatment of smoke. Although germination will often occur without smoke treatment it has proved to be beneficial in reducing the number of days to germination and increasing germination rates in many species of the Proteaceae family
Smoke treatments are simple and can be undertaken either by soaking the seed overnight or by applying it to the surface after sowing, both provide good results. Smoke treatments are available by clicking here.
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