About

A stately tree, reaching 3-10m, with a spreading crown. It bears ornamental features. 'Am Waratah' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Telopea are large, evergreen shrubs or small trees with leathery leaves and large, colourful flowers borne at the ends of the branches

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