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PROTEA Hakea laurina
Commonly known as Emu bush, Kodjet, Pin-cushion hakea
Flowers resemble a pin-cushion in shape when open, with a red-pink globular centre and white pins radiating out
Further Reading....
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Evergreenleathery, olive-green leaves 7-15cm (3-6in) long, with prominent veining)
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Height2.5-6m (8-20ft) -
Spread3-5m (10-16ft)
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Tall ShrubErect shrub or small tree. Produces globular flowers, 5cm (2in) across from the axils. These are followed by woody, beaked seed pods
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant 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) -
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Partial shadeTolerates partial shade
PROTEA Hakea laurina
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Additional Features
Good to knowRequires a long, hot summer for good flowering
Pests & DiseasesPhytophthera root rot in moist soils
Place of originAustralia (south western Western Australia)Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Garden Location/ConditionsAustralian / New ZealandBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSuitable for coastal areas
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HardinessTender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Leaf margin
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Leaf shape
Oblanceolate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnWinter
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Soil ConditionsFree draining sandy soilFertile soilNeutral to acid soilSlightly acid
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Toxic - Category C
Skin irritantPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs
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Protea - Hakea - Growing Guide
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2.5-6m (8-20ft)
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