(Fabaceae) Shrub from the Drakensburg mountains in South Africa. Similar to Lessertia frutescens (above), but much hardier. About 4 feet tall and wide when mature, it has silvery, lacy foliage and bright red, pea-shaped flowers. Photo courtesy of Rod and Rachel Saunders. Zone 7. 4" pot.
Description
(Fabaceae) Shrub from the Drakensburg mountains in South Africa. Similar to Lessertia frutescens (above), but much hardier. About 4 feet tall and wide when mature, it has silvery, lacy foliage and bright red, pea-shaped flowers. Photo courtesy of Rod and Rachel Saunders. Zone 7. 4" pot.