Lambertia orbifolia – Round-leaf Honeysuckle

A medium to  large shrub growing from 2 to 3 metres high, but can be larger. The orange-red tubular flowers occur through the year, peak flowering is from spring to autumn, and they are attractive to nectar feeding wildlife. Likes well drained soil and a sunny to semi shaded spot. Regular pruning will encourage a more dense growth habit. An endangered plant in its natural range in the south west of Western Australia.


Plant Information

Plant Type - Large shrub
Common Name - Round-leaf Honeysuckle
Scientific Name - Lambertia orbifolia
Family - Proteaceae
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Minimum Height - 2
Maximum Height - 5
Minimum Width - 2
Maximum Width - 3
Flower Colour - Red
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer, Autumn
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam
Plant Environment - Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Open foliage
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained
Propagation Method - Seed
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Screen
Special Uses - Cut flower, Fast growing
Attracts Wildlife - Nectar eating birds, Other insects
Angus Cultivar - No