Telopea speciosissima (Waratah). The leaves will vary from oblong to wedge-shaped, with serrated edges which are sometimes slightly lobed. The reddish flowers are borne in large domed heads about 10-15cm across, in early spring and early summer. The leaves are bright red and lance-shaped.
Evergreen, Shrub
N.S.W, Australia
Grown mainly for their flower heads.
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They will need well-drained, sandy soil with low fertility. They are moderately frost hardy and prefer full sun to partial-shade and will need shelter from the wind.
You can propagate from seed or cuttings in spring, or by layering in winter. They can also be grafted.
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