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Scientific
Name:
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Adenanthos sericeus
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Common Name:
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Coastal Woollybush
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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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6-8' tall X wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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small reddish-orange blooms in flushes
throughout the year
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Zone
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hardy to 20-25° F
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Description,
Notes
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extremely drought resistant; Australian
native in the Protea (Proteaceae) Family grown for its
irresistible silvery green soft foliage; beautiful in
the wind; low Phosphorous fertilizer only; prefers well-drained
soils; use as a long lasting filler in cut flower displays;
salt spray tolerant
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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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