Telopea hybrid 'Essies Gift' pbr
Plant What Where?
The stunning Telopea ‘Essie’s Gift’ is a standout in waratah circles, producing spectacular deep pink flower heads throughout spring. Valued for its low growing, compact habit, it suits a wide range of garden uses from hedging to feature planting. Large flowers are borne on short arching stems and are also ideal for cut flower displays.
Cultural
‘Essie’s Gift’ prefers most aspects with protection from harsh westerlies, thriving in fertile, well-drained slightly acidic soils with light pruning after flowering, native fertiliser in autumn and spring, and minimal water once established.
Soil:
Thrives in fertile, well-draining soil
Aspect:
Full sun incooller areas, partshade best in hot temperate areas
Maintenance:
Prune by one-third after flowering for future blooms and vigour. Apply slow release native fertiliser in autumn and early spring
Water Requirements:
Low water requirements. Deep soaking in extended dry periods will help.
Seasonal Interest:
Deep pink flower heads through spring
Landscape Uses
Create a striking impact with spectacular, low growing displays of bright colour, perfect for forming an unusual native hedge or feature planting. Well suited to medium to large containers, the blooms can also be enjoyed indoors as stunning cut flower arrangements.
Dimensions
Height to 1.5m
Width to 2.5m
Width to 2.5m