Dusky Coral-pea
(Kennedia rubicunda)

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Kennedia rubicunda

This is known as a vigorous climber from eastern Australia but it can either be a climber or a spreading groundcover. The leaves are dark green in groups of three, about 16cm long and the flowers are dark red in colour.This plant is a nectar and insect food source for birds.

Type
Native
Maintenance
High
Water use
Minimal
Lifecycle
Perennial
Container
Zero
Size
Grass and Groundcover
Foliage
Evergreen
Zones
Moist temperate with hot summers, Moist temperate with warm summers
Soils
Sandy, Loam, Clay
Regions
Yarra Valley Water plants, Habitat plants, Water efficient plants, Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2011
Shade levels
Full sun, Sun/shade
Flowering seasons
Summer
Colours
Green, Red