Clianthus maximus ‘Kaka King’

Kākā Beak

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Clianthus maximus ‘Kaka King’ is an evergreen shrub that has hanging clusters of vibrant red flowers throughout spring and summer, bringing the birds. It thrives in shelter, and both full sun and partial shade. Clianthus maximus ‘Kaka King’ can withstand light to moderate frosts, and occasional dry spells. It has a more upright form than the parent Clianthus maximus. Clianthus maximus is native to the North Island of New Zealand. Clianthus maximus ‘Kaka King’ was discovered on the East Coast after Cyclone Bola.

Other common name(s): Ngutu kākā

Uses: Attracts birds, Small garden

GROWTH HABIT

Winter Foliage: Evergreen


Height: 3.0m

Width: 2.0m
Estimated 10 year height and width

GROWING CONDITIONS

Position: Full sun, Partial shade

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