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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
Plant Details
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Good to know
Requires a long, hot summer for good flowering -
Pests & Diseases
Phytophthera root rot in moist soils -
Place of origin
Australia (south western Western Australia) -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreenleathery, olive-green leaves 7-15cm (3-6in) long, with prominent veining)
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Red
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White
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Entire
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Oblanceolate
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Height
2.5-6m (8-20ft) -
Spread
3-5m (10-16ft) -
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 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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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skin irritant
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs -
Mature Size2.5-6m (8-20ft)
3-5m (10-16ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Australian / New ZealandBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSuitable for coastal areas
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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.
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Soil Conditions
Free draining sandy soilFertile soilNeutral to acid soilSlightly acid
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Tolerates partial shade
Protea - Hakea - Growing Guide