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Scientific
Name:
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Isopogon formosus
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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 shrub
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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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4-6' tall X wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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purple pincushion-like
flowers spring through early summer
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Zone
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hardy to 20° F
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Description,
Notes
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drought resistant
Protea (Proteaceae) family shrub from Australia; low phosphorus
fertilizer only; great cut and dried flower; excellent
spotlight container plant
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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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