Leucadendron argenteum Hardy it is often used as

it is often used as street planting in Australia

not waterlogged just moist year round

This is a native of Mexico and is a medium sized Agave that grows to 1

It produces tall flower spikes with bright pink cup shaped flowers from spring through to autumn

It has leaves that are narrow and linear up to 20mm long

Leucadendron argenteum Hardy it is often used asThe Cape silver tree. A tall dense conical shaped tree. Growing to a height of 6m and a spread of 3m. Golden cones are formed on the maturing stems in late summer. Plant in well drained acidic soil in full sun. Hardy to 4c. This is a spectacular member of the Protea family and is always greatly admired when seen by the public in a garden situation. Makes a great container plant especially when you use our Protea compost specially formulated to grow