Leucadendron Ebony

Common Name:
Ebony Conebush

Description:
Leucadendron ‘Ebony’ is a striking evergreen shrub prized for its dramatic dark foliage and bold, architectural form. The deep burgundy to near-black leaves create a strong visual contrast in the garden, making it an excellent feature plant or focal point in contemporary landscapes. During late winter to spring, it produces attractive cone-like bracts that add further interest and are highly valued for cut flower arrangements. Well suited to Melbourne conditions, it thrives in full sun and requires well-drained, slightly acidic soil, performing best in sandy or free-draining conditions. Once established, it is drought tolerant and low maintenance, though it benefits from good air circulation and protection from heavy, poorly drained soils. Ideal for native and coastal gardens, ‘Ebony’ brings year-round colour, structure, and a bold modern aesthetic.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5–2.5 m
• Width: 1–2 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Inconspicuous flowers
• Decorative bracts in deep burgundy to dark tones

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Bird Attracting
• Perennial
• Drought tolerant once established
• Low maintenance
• Suitable for cut flowers
• Architectural foliage
• Coastal tolerant
• Requires well-drained soil
• Sensitive to poor drainage and heavy soils

Toxicity:

• Not commonly regarded as toxic to humans or pets

Companion Plants:

• Protea
• Banksia
• Grevillea
• Leptospermum
• Westringia
• Lomandra
• Dianella
• Correa