Description
Rose Cone Flower (Isopogon formosus)
Isopogon formosus is one of the western species. It is a small to medium shrub up to 2 metres high. The leaves may be up to 40-50 mm long and are divided into many narrow segments. The deep mauve to pink flowers occur in winter and spring, conspicuously displayed on the ends of the branches. The flower clusters are around 50 mm in diameter and are followed by the spherical (barrel-shaped) seed pods which remain on the plant for an indefinite period.
This is a very spectacular species which is well known in cultivation in Mediterranean-type climates (dry summer – wet winter). In more humid, summer rainfall areas the species is difficult to maintain in cultivation. It requires well drained, moist soils in a sunny position or lightly shaded position. It will withstand light to moderate frosts.
An upright growing, evergreen shrub with large, pink flowers in spring. The pointed, deeply divided leaves are green to reddish green and are usually up to 6cm wide.
Great for mixed garden beds and for use as a cut flower.
Must be planted in a well draining soil in full sun or light shade.
Prune after flowering to maintain compact growth. Fertilise with a low phosphorus fertiliser.
H 1.5m x W 2m
Additional Details
- SKU:
- 54993
