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Scientific
Name:
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Leucadendron 'Silvan Red'
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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to 5-7’ tall X wide depending on
pruning
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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deep red bracts surround the golden
female cone winter through spring
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Zone
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hardy to 20-25° F
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Description,
Notes
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Protea (Proteaceae) Family shrub
native to South Africa; hardy, tolerant of a wider range
of soils and dependable abundant winter/spring bloom make
this variety an absolute go-to landscape plant for the
dry garden; excellent long lasting cut flower; drought
and deer resistant; prefers well-drained soils and deep
infrequent watering once established; can be used as a
water-wise patio plant; great in the wind; low Phosphorus
fertilizer or none at all
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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NEW PLANT for Crescent Hill Nursery in 2015