A large evergreen shrub with leathery, grey/green, narrow leaves and wonderful, globular, pincushion-like flowers of red and cream that appear during winter and spring.
Prefers full sun and well drained soils. Will tolerate drought, frost. Like most natives they are sensitive to Phosphorus so always use Phosphorus free fertiliser. Prune regularly to maintain shape.
Has been successfully used for hedging and screening/