Chrysocephalum Dessert Flame 1.3 L Pot

Name: Chrysocephalum Dessert Flame 1.3 L Pot
Price: 15.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

AU$15.00

Price incl. GST (10%) AU$1.36

In stock: 4 available

Product Details

🌿 Description

Chrysocephalum ‘Desert Flame’ is a colourful Australian native groundcover featuring silvery-grey foliage and masses of bright golden-yellow flowers. Its compact, spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for adding colour and texture to waterwise gardens.

⭐ Main Features

Bright golden-yellow flowers
Attractive silver-grey foliage
Compact, spreading growth
Australian native
Drought tolerant once established
Low-maintenance
Excellent for pollinator-friendly gardens
Height: approximately 20–30 cm
Width: approximately 40–60 cm

☀️ Care in Perth

Position: Full sun to part shade; more sun generally encourages better flowering.
Soil: Well-drained soil is essential.
Water: Water regularly while establishing. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant.
Fertiliser: Apply a small amount of native plant fertiliser in spring.
Pruning: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain a compact, bushy appearance.

🌱 Landscaping Uses

Perfect for:

Groundcover
Native gardens
Rockeries
Garden borders
Mass planting
Pots and containers
Waterwise gardens
Coastal gardens
Cottage-style gardens