Leucadendron rubrum South African when mature it produces brown

when mature it produces brown grass-like flower spikes in autumn

Forming a single head with extra thick leaves each getting up to 10cm wide and maturing to a terracotta pink colouration during the summer

2m but it is best pruned after flowering to keep the plant compact and tidy

Plant in a sunny position in a humous rich free draining soil

Best grown in a sunny position in a humous rich moisture retentive soil

Leucadendron rubrum South African when mature it produces brownLooking at the photo it will not come as a surprise this has a common name of Spinning Top Conebush. The flower cones can have shades of copper, yellow and purple in them and can reach 12cm long. This South African plant is found on granite and sandstone slopes so will need a well drained soil with poor nutrient levels and full sun, making this an ideal candidate for a pot or container only reaching a maximum 1. 8m tall. It will need winter protection