Question From:
Jonny in Curl Curl, Sydney NSW
Nature of problem:
I dont think it’s flowering crrectly
Type of Plant (if known):
Waratah Shady Lady Crimson
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
None
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Sand/Soil
How often do you water the plant:
Every couple of days
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
2-3 but will get more in summer
What type of plant is it:
Waratah
How long since you planted it:
6 weeks
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Blood and Bone when planting, now occasional seaweed via watering can
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Outdoors
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
Ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
None
Upload photo if available:
Shady Lady.JPG
Other Comments:
Hi – just keen to get your thoughts here. I am very excited to see how this plant grows but I think it might be flowering – but without the flower. The red leaves (which fell away to the sides) were replaced by longer green ones which I think will open, but I cant see how the traditional waratah plant will come out of this?
Answer: Hi Jonny, the red bits are floral bracts which are actually specialised leaves that usually surround the flowers. This young plant has changed its mind and committed to growth instead of flowering. Nothing to worry about. Don
