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Corroboree
Waratah
A dense medium to large shrub (2.5
– 3 m H x 2 – 3 m W ) with broad grey-green foliage. Prolific
quantities of large deep red, pink-tipped waratah flowers
bloom throughout spring, providing nectar flow for eager
honeyeaters. Corroboree will grow in cool temperate to sub
tropical climates, does best in full sun or light shade, and
prefers well drained soils of neutral to acid pH. Frost
tolerant once established, and suitable for second line
coastal or inland regions.
Uses: A spectacular specimen; hedge or group planting for
outstanding bird habitat; transitional planting on drier
margins of ferneries and rainforest plantings. Select for superlarge container planting, repeat for dramatic effect in
formal landscape designs. Outstanding cut flower selection.
Maintenance: Prune when flowering season is finished; clip
behind the spent blooms to promote lateral growth and further
flower heads for following spring. Feed with low phosphorus
controlled release fertilizer in early spring or late summer.
Water deeply to establish young plants, thereafter only as
required; and apply organic mulch to conserve moisture. Avoid
pine bark mulch. Use premium quality potting medium for
containers.
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Selected by B & N
Cuming
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