Leucospermum Carnival Crimson - 14cm Pot

Leucospermum ‘Carnival Crimson’ is a compact, evergreen shrub producing an abundance of striking deep crimson pincushion-shaped flowers in spring. Its rich red blooms create a beautiful contrast against the green foliage, bringing vibrant colour and texture to sunny garden beds.

Part of Proteaflora's Carnival range, ‘Carnival Crimson’ is particularly valued for its prolific flowering and ability to maintain its deep crimson flower colour. Its naturally compact, bushy habit makes it an attractive choice for garden borders, feature planting and large decorative pots.

A member of the Proteaceae family, this South African hybrid is well suited to sunny gardens with excellent drainage. Once established, it has relatively low water requirements, making it a practical choice for coastal, contemporary and native-inspired landscapes.

Mature size: approximately 1.5 metres high × 1.5 metres wide

Care & Growing Tips
Plant in full sun in well-drained, acidic soil. Excellent drainage is essential, as Leucospermums are sensitive to waterlogged conditions, particularly during Melbourne's cooler, wetter months.

Water regularly while establishing, then reduce watering once the plant is settled. Established plants have relatively low water requirements, although occasional deep watering may be beneficial during extended hot, dry periods.

Use a low-phosphorus fertiliser suitable for Proteaceae if feeding is required. Avoid standard high-phosphorus fertilisers and excessive applications of manure.

Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a compact, bushy shape and encourage fresh growth. Avoid cutting back into old, leafless wood.

‘Carnival Crimson’ tolerates light frost but should be protected from severe frosts, particularly while young.

Ideal for
– Sunny garden beds
– Feature planting
– Large pots and decorative containers
– Coastal gardens
– Contemporary landscapes
– Native-inspired planting schemes
– Mixed shrub borders
– Low-water gardens
– Adding rich crimson colour in spring