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Leonotis leonurus
Vigorous shrub with bright green soft foliage on tall erect stems. Stems are covered with whorls of vivid orange flowers in autumn. Plant in well drained soil in semi-shade or sun. Best to prune stems back very hard in early spring to maintain a tidy bush. Wonderful colour at the back of a border.
Genus
Leonotis
Species
leonurus
Cultivar
Common name
Lion's ear
Family name
Labiatae
Place of origin
South Africa
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Semi-evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Soil must be well drained
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
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