Western Australia coral pea

Can be grown outdoors in moist, fertile acidic soil. under glass or in containers grow in a mix of equal parts loam-based potting compost, sharp sand and leaf mould in full light with shade from hot sun. Provide medium to low humidity and when in growth water moderately whilst applying a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Keep just moist in winter and provide support

Pruning group 11, after flowering.

Propagate by seed at 20°C in spring and soak for 24 hours to aid germination. Take softwood cuttings in spring

Glasshouse red spider mite and glasshouse whitefly may be a problem when grown under glass and slugs can also cause damage

Generally disease free