Clianthus ‘Crazy Cool Red’

Common Name:
Kakabeak

Description:
Clianthus ‘Crazy Cool Red’ is a striking evergreen shrub grown for its dramatic clusters of pendulous, rich red flowers that resemble a bird’s beak. This eye-catching plant brings bold colour and texture to the garden, with soft green, fern-like foliage and an arching habit that gives it a relaxed, slightly cascading appearance. In Melbourne, it performs best in a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil and protection from heavy frost and strong winds. Flowering is usually at its peak from spring into early summer, with blooms attracting birds and pollinators to the garden. It is well suited to feature planting, cottage-style borders and large pots where its unusual flowers can be appreciated up close. Once established, it is reasonably waterwise, though it will benefit from regular watering during dry periods and light pruning after flowering to maintain shape.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5–2 m
• Width: 1.5–2 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Red
• Scarlet red

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Bird Attracting
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Evergreen
• Waterwise once established
• Suited to feature planting
• Benefits from a sheltered position
• May be damaged by heavy frost or strong wind

Toxicity:

• Toxicity is not commonly highlighted for this plant, but as with many ornamental plants, it is best treated as not for consumption by humans or pets.

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula
• Salvia
• Westringia
• Gaura
• Nepeta
• Euphorbia
• Anigozanthos
• Correa

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