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Leucadendron, Cone Bush, Sunshine Conebush, Sunshine Protea 'Red Gem'

Leucadendron

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Family

Proteaceae (pro-tee-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Leucadendron (lew-kuh-DEN-dron)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Evergreen

Provides Winter Interest

Height

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Spacing

4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color

Red

Pale Yellow

Bloom Time

Late Winter/Early Spring

Mid Spring

Late Spring/Early Summer

Late Fall/Early Winter

Mid Winter

Other Details

Gardener's Notes:

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positive

neutral

negative

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