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ERYTHRINA crista-galli
Commonly known as Cock's comb, Cockspur coral tree
Beautiful rare semi-woody plant with racemes of waxen scarlet 'sweet pea' flowers
Further Reading....
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Deciduous3-pinnate, leathery leaves, including the prickly stalks, are 30cm (12in) or more long with 3 triangular leaflets to 10cm (4in) long.
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RedScarlet -
Height1.5-2.5m (5-8ft) -
Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Tall ShrubIn this country. Branches bear stout spines.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy 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) -
Full sun
ERYTHRINA crista-galli
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Additional FeaturesExotic plants
Pests & DiseasesUnder glass red spider mite, mealybugs.
Place of originEastern Bolivia to Argentina. -
Flower ShapeRacemesTerminal racemes 30-60cm (12-24in) long of flowers 5-6cm (2-2½in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsPatio / pot plants
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf form
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Leaf margin
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Leaf shape
Deltoid
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Erythrina - Growing Guide
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