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Safari Conebush

Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset'

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Overview

The Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset', a striking evergreen shrub, stands out in any landscape with its vibrant red bracts and lush green foliage. It reaches up to 8 feet in height and spans roughly 6 feet wide. Hardy in USDA zones 9-10, it thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. This low-maintenance plant is drought-resistant once established, adding a bold, exotic touch to gardens, especially when massed or used as a focal point.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11Type Shrub
Safari Conebush (Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset') — a striking evergreen shrub
Safari Conebush (Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset') — stands out in any landscape with its vibrant red bracts and lush green foliageSafari Conebush (Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset') — It reaches up to 8 feet in height and spans roughly 6 feet wide

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Proteaceae

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Safari Conebush (Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset') — a striking evergreen shrub
Safari Conebush (Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset') — stands out in any landscape with its vibrant red bracts and lush green foliage
Safari Conebush (Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset') — It reaches up to 8 feet in height and spans roughly 6 feet wide
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