Leucadendron 'Burgundy Sunset' – A Striking Native-Inspired Shrub for Toowoomba Gardens
Add a touch of native elegance to your garden with Leucadendron 'Burgundy Sunset' – a hardy, eye-catching shrub ideal for Toowoomba’s climate and landscapes.
Leucadendron 'Burgundy Sunset' is a vibrant, evergreen shrub celebrated for its stunning seasonal foliage and structural beauty. This South African native is a favourite among Toowoomba gardeners for its resilience, low maintenance needs, and striking colour changes throughout the year. Whether you're designing a contemporary native garden or adding visual interest to borders, this leucadendron is an exceptional choice for Southern Queensland backyards.
Key Features
Spectacular Colour Display: Foliage shifts from deep green in spring and summer to rich burgundy and red tones in autumn and winter, adding year-round interest.
Compact & Bushy Habit: Grows approximately 1.2–1.5 metres high and wide – perfect for feature planting, low hedging, or mass plantings.
Drought & Frost Tolerant: Thrives in Toowoomba’s variable climate, handling hot summers and cool winters with ease once established.
Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care with excellent disease resistance and little pruning required beyond shaping after flowering.
Attracts Wildlife: Provides shelter and interest for birds and beneficial insects, encouraging biodiversity in your garden.
Growing Tips for Toowoomba Gardens
Leucadendron 'Burgundy Sunset' loves full sun and well-draining soil. In Toowoomba’s slightly acidic soils, it thrives when planted in a raised bed or garden position with good airflow. Avoid heavy clay or overwatering – these plants are adapted to dry, Mediterranean-like conditions. A light prune after flowering will maintain its shape and promote dense growth.
Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Feeding isn’t always necessary, but a light application of a low-phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring can boost performance.
Ideal Uses
Feature shrub in native or mixed garden beds
Low-maintenance hedging
Rockeries and xeriscape gardens
Container planting for patios and courtyards
Foliage for floristry and cut arrangements
Why Choose True Blue Garden Centre?
At True Blue Garden Centre in Toowoomba, we handpick hardy, climate-suited plants like Leucadendron 'Burgundy Sunset' to ensure your garden thrives. Visit our local nursery or order online with confidence—our expert team is always here to offer growing advice tailored to our unique Darling Downs environment.
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Shop Leucadendron 'Burgundy Sunset' online or visit us at True Blue Garden Centre, Toowoomba’s trusted local nursery for quality plants and friendly advice.