Conostylis robusta – Cottonheads
A grassy perennial plant, native to Western Australia. It has yellow heads of flowers in late winter to early spring. Likes a sandy well drained soil and a sunny to partly shaded spot. Good for massed landscaping, borders and container planting. Fertilise with a low phosphorus native plant food in spring. Grows from underground rhizomes. Tolerates moderate frost and drought. Related to kangaroo paws.
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- Conostylis robusta – cotton-heads
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- Conostylis robusta – cotton-heads
| Scientific Name: | Conostylis robusta |
| Family: | Haemodoraceae |
| Common Name: | Cottonheads |
| Plant Type: | Grass or grass-like, Clumping perennial, Bulb or bulb-like |
| Height: | 0.2 ~ 0.5 metres |
| Width: | 0.4 ~ 0.6 metres |
| Flower Colour: | Yellow, Gold |
| Flowering Time: | Spring, Winter |
| Ph Level: | Neutral |
| Soil Type: | Sandy, Sandy loam, Potting mix |
| Plant Environment: | Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Flower garden, Drought resistant |
| Climate Zone: | Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean |
| Light: | Sunny, Light shade |
| Growth Habit: | Evergreen, Mound-shaped |
| Lifespan: | Perennial |
| Soil Moisture: | Well-drained |
| Propagation Method: | Division |
| Frost Tolerance: | Tolerates light frost |
| Plant Usage: | Groundcover, Feature plant, Border plant |
| Special Uses: | Pipe and drain friendly, Playground friendly |
| Attracts Wildlife: | Bees, Butterflies, Other insects |
Angus recommends Bush Tucker fertilizer for this plant.