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PROTEA Telopea speciosissima
Commonly known as New South Wales waratah
A large vigorous evergreen shrub from Australia which grows up to 3 metres. Deep green serrated leaves complement spectacular large red domed flowers. Has survived -6o C in Cornwall but needs protection from strong winds and severe frosts
£47.50 each
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Exotic plants
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenNarrowly obovate, round-tipped leaves to 25cm (10in) long, usually toothed above the middle
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Red
Flower heads 10-15cm (4-6in) across -
Australian / New Zealand
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Dentate
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Obovate
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Tall ShrubBushy when young becoming untidy with age
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Free draining sandy soilMoist
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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