LEUCOSPERMUM conocarpodendron Hybrid Springold

A hybrid of Leucospermum conocarpodendron Springold has more intensely coloured rich golden flowers than its parent. 

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 flowers 70-90 mm in diameter which are further highlighted by the dark green leaves.

An excellent variety for 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 a 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 autumn.
In colder climates with less harsh summers, it is usually better to sow in spring.

1. The growing medium should be well-draining but should remain damp between watering.
2. Sow the seed the depth on the seed size. Vermiculite is a good medium to use to cover the surface as it helps retain moisture and controls the temperature. 
3. Keep moist but not too wet as the seed may rot. Do not let the growing mix completely dry out. 
4. Germination should occur in 21-60 days depending on the temperature and conditions. 

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.