Parrot's bill
Common Name: Parrot's bill
Genus: Lotus
Species: berthelotii
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Tender
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Dry, Sandy
Height: 20cm
Spread: 20cm
Time to take cuttings: June to August
Flowering period:
May
to
June
This is an unusual evergreen perennial with a trailing habit and small, thin, silver leaves. From late spring to early summer the blooms are freely produced in pairs, usually deep red or scarlet, and resembling a parrot's beak, hence the comical common name. It is suitable for growing in hanging baskets and over the sides of containers. However, it is not hardy and needs to be moved to a frost free place during winter.
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