General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 3-5 feet
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: White
Bloom Size: 2"-3"
Flower Time: Spring
Late spring or early summer
Suitable Locations: Espalier
Wildlife Attractant: Birds
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Awards and Recognitions: RHS AGM

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Common names
  • White Kaka Beak
  • White Lobster Claw
  • Glory Pea
  • Parrot's Bill
  • Kaka Beak
Also sold as:
  • Clianthus puniceus var. alba

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Location: Blenheim New Zealand
Date: 2022-10-14
Location: Blenheim New Zealand
Date: 2022-10-14
Location: Masterton New Zealand
Date: 2021-10-04
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Photo courtesy of Annie's Annuals and Perennials

Photo courtesy of Annie's Annuals and Perennials

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