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Scientific
Name:
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Leucadendron 'Yaeli'
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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 8-12' tall X wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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very showy deep red bracted coneflowers
with yellow accents in winter-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; one of the taller Leucadendrons,
'Yaeli' is known for its fast growth, reddish-green thin
leaved foliage, and sharply defined deep red bracted flowers;
excellent long lasting cut flower which nicely compliments
the larger blooms of others in the genus; drought and
deer resistant; prefers well-drained soils and deep infrequent
watering once established; can be used as a water-wise
hedge; 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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