Xylomelum pyriforme
WOODY PEAR
Proteaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

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

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
2.5m

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

 
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Xylomelum pyriforme
WOODY PEAR
Proteaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

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

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
2.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: orange

Flowering Time: early spring to late spring


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits bush & mediterranean designs

Uses: informal screen, mass planting

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: bird attracting






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