About
A handsome tree, reaching 5-15m, with a spreading crown. It bears ornamental features. 'So Cheerful' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Leucospermum are evergreen shrubs and small trees with leathery leaves and dense, cone-like flowerheads with prominent, often brightly-coloured, styles
Plant details
Suggested usesSpecimen, borders
Care notes
CultivationFertile well-drained soil, sun/part shade
PruningPrune when young, remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible