Clianthus Crazy Cool Pink

Common Name:

Clianthus 'Crazy Cool Pink' – Pink Kaka Beak

Description:

Clianthus 'Crazy Cool Pink' is a spectacular evergreen shrub renowned for its extraordinary, pendulous pink flowers and attractive, finely divided green foliage. This stunning selection of the New Zealand native Kaka Beak produces impressive clusters of large, curved, beak-shaped blooms in delicate shades of soft pink, blush and deeper rose-pink. The distinctive flowers resemble the curved beak of the New Zealand kaka parrot, creating an exotic and dramatic display unlike almost any other flowering shrub. Its graceful, arching branches and lush, pinnate foliage provide year-round ornamental appeal, making it an outstanding feature plant for garden beds, mixed borders, courtyards and large decorative containers.

Flowering predominantly from late winter through spring, with additional blooms possible during autumn and favourable growing conditions, Clianthus 'Crazy Cool Pink' provides a striking seasonal display that attracts nectar-feeding birds and beneficial pollinators. Well suited to Melbourne's temperate climate, it performs best in full sun to part shade, preferably in a sheltered position protected from strong winds and severe frost. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering during dry periods, particularly while establishing. Good drainage is essential, as prolonged waterlogging can lead to root problems. Light pruning after flowering encourages a bushy growth habit and helps maintain its attractive shape. Growing approximately 2 metres tall and 2 metres wide, this distinctive evergreen shrub is ideal for feature planting, informal screening and creating a vibrant focal point in contemporary, cottage and exotic-style gardens.

Form:

- Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 2 m

• Width: 2 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter

• Flowers in Spring

• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Soft pink

• Blush pink

• Rose pink

• Deep pink markings

Key Attributes:

• Bird Attracting

• Distinctive Beak-Shaped Flowers

• Evergreen

• Exotic Flowering Display

• Frost Sensitive When Young

• Long Flowering Period

• New Zealand Native

• Ornamental Foliage

• Perennial

• Suitable for Feature Planting

• Suitable for Informal Screening

• Suitable for Pots

• Suitable for Sheltered Gardens

• Unique Pendulous Flowers

• Well-Drained Soil Essential

Toxicity:

Clianthus 'Crazy Cool Pink' belongs to the Fabaceae family, and specific toxicity information for this cultivar is limited. Some Clianthus species have been reported to contain potentially harmful compounds, particularly in their seeds. As a precaution, all parts of the plant should be considered potentially toxic if ingested by humans, dogs, cats or livestock. Consumption should be avoided, and children and pets should be prevented from eating the seeds or other plant material.

Companion Plants:

• Anigozanthos (Kangaroo Paw)

• Callistemon (Bottlebrush)

• Correa (Native Fuchsia)

• Dianella (Flax Lily)

• Eremophila (Emu Bush)

• Grevillea

• Hebe

• Leptospermum (Tea Tree)

• Lomandra

• Phormium (New Zealand Flax)

• Pittosporum tenuifolium

• Salvia greggii

• Westringia fruticosa (Coastal Rosemary)