Leucadendron Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Leucadendron is an evergreen shrub grown for its striking cone-like flower heads and colorful foliage that ranges from green to red and yellow tones depending on the variety. It is well suited to Mediterranean gardens, rock gardens, and ornamental landscape plantings in warm climates. The plant thrives in full sun with well-drained, sandy, low-fertility soil and is highly drought-tolerant once established. It is commonly cultivated for its architectural form and long-lasting decorative appeal.

Features

• Evergreen ornamental shrub with cone-like flower heads
• Decorative foliage with seasonal color variation
• Suitable for Mediterranean and rock gardens
• Adapted to warm, dry climates
• Low maintenance once established
• Performs well in sandy, well-drained soil
• Suitable for ornamental landscape planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Leucadendron spp.
• Common Name (US): Conebush
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental Foliage Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Year-round in warm climates
• Sowing Season: March-May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 21-60 days at 65-75°F (18-24°C) in well-drained, sandy, low-nutrient soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Sandy, well-drained, low-fertility soil
• Watering Needs: Low; drought-tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 3-10 feet tall, 3-6 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 3-5 feet apart