Clianthus puniceus 'Red Queen'
Glory Pea
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Glory Pea (Clianthus puniceus 'Red Queen') - Description
Red Queen. Spreading Australian native, good for edging or hanging baskets.
Glory Pea (Clianthus puniceus 'Red Queen') - Blooming
Blooms flowers that resemble lobsters' claws.
Glory Pea (Clianthus puniceus 'Red Queen') - Growth
Evergreen, trailing or climbing shrubs or subshrubs. Plant will grow to 12 ft. tall. Grows best in full sun with protection from cold, dry winds. During the growing season, provide moderate humidity; low humidity in winter. C. formosus, in less hardy regions, is suitable for a hanging basket in a temperate greenhouse or conservatory. In warmer areas, works nice in a raised bed or as a terrace plant. C. puniceus can be trained against a wall. In less hardy areas, should be grown in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.
Glory Pea (Clianthus puniceus 'Red Queen') - Planting
Propagate from the seed in spring at 55-64°F (13-18°C). Can also propagate C. puniceus from semi-ripe cuttings in summer. If growing C. formosus in a hanging basket, graft onto Colutea arborescens seedling rootstock in spring. Planted alone, the plant roots are very sensitive to overwatering.
Glory Pea (Clianthus puniceus 'Red Queen') - Pest
Uncommon.
Glory Pea (Clianthus puniceus 'Red Queen') - Interesting facts
There are only 2 known species of Clianthus, found in Australia and New Zealand. Kaka is a parrot native to New Zealand, which lends its name to Clianthus as Kakabeak.
Glory Pea (Clianthus puniceus 'Red Queen') - Soil and irrigation
Plant should receive ample water while in bloom. Water liberally during the growing season (avoid the foliage); water just enough in winter. Does best in well-draining soil.
