Lessertia frutescens
Cancer bush
A fast-growing versatile shrub with bright red to orange coloured flowers.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
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Botanical Name | Lessertia frutescens |
Common Name | Cancer bush |
Also Known As | Cancer bush |
SA Tree No​ | |
Tree Type | Evergreen |
Attracts | Birds, Bees, Butterflies |
Features | |
Flowering Season | Winter, Summer |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | No |
Frost Tolerance | Sensitive |
Fruiting Season | Spring, Summer |
Growth Rate | Fast >500mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | No |
Origin | Indigenous |
Soil pH | |
Root System | Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam, Well Drained |
Suitable Garden Size | Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun |
Fruit, Citrus & Nut Trees Pricing
Bag Size | Price Range Incl. VAT |
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4L / 5L
| NA
|
7L / 10L
| R40-R400
|
20L
| R300-R500
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50L
| R600-R800
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100L / 200L
| R900-R2000
|
Description
The Cancer bush is an attractive garden specimen that’s easy to grow and tolerates most soil types. This stunning shrub can be used as an indoor plant or grown in containers. It is also known to be pest-resistant.
It is a short-lived shrub that makes an ideal pioneer plant or feature tree in a garden landscape. It is water-wise and will attract birds, bees and butterflies.
- Tolerates temperatures as low as 25°C
- Estimated height: 3m
- Estimated width:Â
- Planting distance: 1m
- Drought-resistant
Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.
Water requirements: Doesn’t require much watering.
Fun facts:Â The Cancer bush name originates from its reputation for its possible cure of cancer.