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Aleurites

Genus

Also called the Waratahs, Telopea

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Aleurites
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Fact sheet

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Days to maturity1080–1440 years

“1080-1440 (3-4 years to first substantial flowering)” — How to Grow Telopea — LizPlants

LightFull sun, 6-8 hours daily

“Sun: Full sun, 6-8 hours daily for optimal flowering” — How to Grow Telopea — LizPlants

WaterModerate water needs; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during growing season. Reduce watering in winter.

“Moderate water needs; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during growing season.” — How to Grow Telopea — LizPlants

Hardiness zones9–10

“Zones 9–10” — How to grow Waratah (Telopea speciosissima) — G4rden

Height60–96 in

“48″ apart” — How to grow Waratah (Telopea speciosissima) — G4rden

Propagationseed

“Plant at same depth as root ball; surface-level sowing for seeds” — How to Grow Telopea — LizPlants

Start indoors2–4 weeks before last frost

“2–4 weeks” — How to grow Waratah (Telopea speciosissima) — G4rden

Transplant2–4 weeks after your last spring frost

“2–4 weeks after your last spring frost” — How to grow Waratah (Telopea speciosissima) — G4rden

Ready whenBefore the first fall frost (≈ Nov 8)

“Before the first fall frost (≈ Nov 8)” — How to Grow Telopea — LizPlants

IndoorsProvide bright indirect light. Maintain high humidity and protect from direct sun.

“Provide bright indirect light. Maintain high humidity and protect from direct sun.” — How to Grow Telopea — LizPlants

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