Conospermum taxifolium
VARIABLE SMOKE BUSH, YEW LEAF SMOKE BUSH
Proteaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, sand, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
2m
Plant habit
 
2m

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Fertilising: Only use low phosphorus fertiliser according to manufacturer's directions.

 
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Conospermum taxifolium
VARIABLE SMOKE BUSH, YEW LEAF SMOKE BUSH
Proteaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, sand, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
2m
Plant habit
 
2m

FEATURES

Flowers: white

Flowering Time: early spring to mid spring, mid winterlate winter


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, cottage & bush designs

Uses: informal hedge

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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