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PROTEA Leucospermum 'Tiara'

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PROTEA Leucospermum 'Tiara'

Commonly known as Pincushion

Orange flowers

Evergreen
Ovate to oblong, stalkless leaves to 8cm (3in) long, heart-shaped at the base, sometimes with 3-6 teeth at the tips
Height
1m (39in)
Spread
1m (39in)
Medium shrub
Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)

Under glass grow in a mix of 1 part loam(JI No.1) and 3 parts each Perlite or grit and peat substitute in full light.
Against a wall
Full sun

PROTEA Leucospermum 'Tiara'

Available again from summer 2024 - Could be any time, June through to end August. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.

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£30.00 each

Available again from summer 2024

2 to 3 Litre

Details
Description
Mature Size
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Additional Features

	Exotic plants
	Good to know	Magnesium deficiency may lead to chlorosis
	Pests & Diseases	Red spider mites under glass
	Place of origin	Garden origin
	Resistant to honey fungus	These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.

Hardiness

Frost hardy (down to -5)

Pruning group

Pruning group 1

Suitable 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.

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Soil Conditions