Description
The Tasmanian waratah is a large erect shrub
Telopea truncata, commonly known as the Tasmanian waratah, is a plant in the family Proteaceae. Telopea truncata is a component of alpine eucalypt forest, rainforest and scrub communities.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Telopea truncata, Tasmanian waratah |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 10 ft |
| Flower Colour | Red, Pink |
| Difficulty Level | Moderately easy |
Planting and care
Give plants a thick mulch, especially in northern growing areas.
Tasmanian Waratah care
The plant perform best in big size containers
| Sunlight | Requires shade |
| Watering | Keep soil moist throughout the growing season, Water the plant once a week |
| Soil | Loamy soil |
| Temperature | 20 to 40 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer |
Tasmanian Waratah special feature
The stems of the Tasmanian waratah branch freely, with numerous smaller branches topped with flower heads.
Tasmanian Waratah uses
Ornamental Use:
- Good to keep on terraces