Leucadendron

New Zealand’s Best Leucadendron Plants

Adding colourful shrubs to your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They are visual plants that add impact to a space
• They attract birds and bees
• Street appeal can be greatly enhanced
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come

We have the largest variety of Leucadendron plants and the right one for your space. Our varieties have been selected to thrive in NZ’s climate. We grow and stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them locally, and from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Leucadendron, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Common questions about growing Leucadendron

1. What is the most popular Leucadendron?

The most popular Leucadendron is 'Safari Sunset'. It is a hybrid of L. laureolum and L. salignum types, and is known for its deep red and green flower bracts in late summer. The stems are long-lasting and can be used in fresh or dried floral arrangements.

Other popular Leucadendron cultivars include:

• Leucadendron 'Golden Tulip' has striking golden yellow bracts in late winter/early spring.
• Leucadendron 'Plum Supreme' has a compact habit and deep plum purple bracts in autumn.
• Leucadendron 'Devils Blush' has slender stems with dusky pink bracts that change to a brighter pink and creamy yellow during spring.
• Leucadendron 'Safari Gold' has golden yellow bracts that are produced in abundance in late winter/early spring.
• Leucadendron 'Cream Delight' has a compact habit and cream-colored bracts in winter.

Leucadendron are beautiful and versatile plants that can add a touch of exoticism to any garden.

2. Is Leucadendron native to NZ?

Leucadendron is not native to New Zealand. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in the fynbos biome. Fynbos is a type of Mediterranean shrubland that is characterized by its high biodiversity and unique plant life.

Leucadendron is a member of the family Proteaceae, which also includes the Australian genera Banksia, Grevillea, and Hakea. Proteaceae are known for their showy flowers and bracts, which are often brightly colored and attract pollinators.

3. What is the other name for Leucadendron?

The other name for Leucadendron is cone-bush. This name is derived from the fact that Leucadendron produce woody cone-like seed heads. They are also sometimes called silver-trees, due to the silvery color of their foliage. However, this name can be misleading, as not all Leucadendron species have silver foliage.

4. Is a protea a Leucadendron?

Proteas are the same as Leucadendrons. They are both members of the same family, Proteaceae, but they are different genera. Protea is the largest genus in the family, with over 800 species. Leucadendron is the second largest genus, with over 360 species.

Both proteas and Leucadendrons are known for their showy flowers and bracts. However, there are some key differences between the two genera. Proteas have flowers that are typically larger and more showy than Leucadendrons. Leucadendrons often have more slender stems and more delicate flowers.

Another difference between proteas and Leucadendrons is their geographical distribution. Proteas are native to South Africa, Australia, and New Caledonia. Leucadendrons are native to South Africa only.

5. Is there a dwarf Leucadendron?

There are a number of dwarf Leucadendron cultivars and some of the most popular include:

• Leucadendron 'Cherry Glow': This cultivar has a compact habit and produces bright red flowers in late winter and early spring.
• Leucadendron 'Red Dwarf': This cultivar has a mounding habit and produces deep red bracts in autumn and winter.
• Leucadendron 'Harlequin': This cultivar has a compact habit and produces variegated foliage with cream and green margins.
• Leucadendron 'Bella's Buttons': This cultivar has a mounding habit and produces small, yellow flowers in late winter and early spring.
• Leucadendron 'Cheeky': This cultivar has a spreading habit and produces bright yellow bracts in autumn and winter.

Dwarf Leucadendrons are a great choice for small gardens or for growing in containers. They can be grown in a variety of climates and soil types, but they prefer full sun and well-drained soil.

To care for a dwarf Leucadendron, water it regularly, especially during hot, dry weather. Feed your plant in spring and autumn with a balanced fertiliser. Prune your as needed to maintain its desired shape.

6. Where is the best place to plant a Leucadendon?

The best place to plant a Leucadendron is in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Leucadendrons are native to South Africa, where they grow in fynbos, a type of Mediterranean shrubland that is characterized by its hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters.