Lomatia myricoides Ferns orange-red flowers from early summer

orange-red flowers from early summer to fall

Protection from the hottest sun would be advisable in very hot climates

Established plants display yellow flowers

this with striking center markings of yellow and gold on dark green foliage

Can reach 30 ft

Lomatia myricoides Ferns orange-red flowers from early summerUnusual protea relation from Australia, a handsome evergreen easily grown as a multi stemmed shrub or trimmed as a small tree and reaching 8 10 ft and possibly to 15 ft over a long time. The leaves are abundant, long and narrow with edges that are widely toothed say bumpy creating an interesting texture. Blooms over a long period in summer, the clusters of fragrant, white flowers nestled amongst the leaves. Sun to part shade is best in well drained