Telopea speciosissima 'Shady Lady Crimson' - Waratah

Shady Lady Crimson Telopea is a striking Australian native plant prized for its spectacular crimson-red flowers and attractive glossy green foliage. This variety of Waratah (Telopea speciosissima) thrives in part shade to full shade conditions, making it ideal for east-facing and south-facing areas where bold colour is desired. Its large, vibrant blooms appear in late winter to spring, attracting nectar-feeding birds and pollinators.

With a compact, bushy growth habit reaching 1.5 to 2 meters tall and wide, Shady Lady Crimson Telopea suits garden beds, shaded borders, and native plant landscaping. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils rich in organic matter, with regular watering during dry spells. This hardy cultivar is frost tolerant and performs well in temperate climates.

Key Features:

• Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
• Height & Spread: 1.5–2 meters
• Flower Colour: Bright crimson-red with prominent stamens
• Bloom Time: Late winter to spring
• Light Requirements: Thrives in part shade to full shade
• Soil: Well-drained, acidic, rich in organic matter
• Suitable Uses: Shaded garden beds, native borders, bird-attracting plantings
• Maintenance: Low; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
• Wildlife Friendly: Attracts nectar-feeding birds and pollinators
• Climate: Frost tolerant; best grown in temperate regions

Add dramatic colour and wildlife value to shady garden spaces with Shady Lady Crimson Telopea, a distinctive and resilient native Australian shrub.