General Landscape Uses: Low hedge, foundation planting, massing, borders, container plant

Ecological Restoration Notes: Moderate erosion control

Description: Evergreen shrub

Dimensions: Height 5 ft.; Spread 3 – 5 ft.

Growth Rate: Moderate

Native Range: Australia

Native Habitats: N/A

Soils: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral pH

Nutritional Requirements: Low to moderate

Salt Water Tolerance: Low to moderate

Salt Wind Tolerance: Moderate

Drought Tolerance: High

Light Requirements: Full Sun

Flower Color: Red

Flower Characteristics: Brush-like inflorescence

Flowering Season: June, July, Aug., Sept.

Fruit: Dry, woody capsule that goes from brown to gray

Wildlife and Ecology: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies

Horticultural Notes: Grown from cuttings

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