Templetonia retusa

Coral bush

Thriving in full sun and sandy soils, this drought-tolerant shrub reaches 1.5m. Templetonia retusa produces showy red pea flowers through winter and spring, attracting butterflies. It tolerates light frosts and benefits from a tip prune in spring to maintain shape.

1.5m
Height
1.2m
Width
red fingers of flower in winter & spring
Flowers

Growing Conditions

Position
prefers full sun
Soil
prefers sandy soils
Drainage
very good drainage
Frost/Snow
light frosts only
Wind
wind resistant
Drought
drought tolerant
Coastal
severe coastal exposure

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