Kakabeak
Details Grows in open, sunny, steep sites, often on rocky outcrops, slips, the bases of cliffs or edges of lakes and streams. It is a relatively short-lived plant, sometimes lasting 15-20 years.
Botanical name Clianthus
Family Fabaceae
Height (m) 2
Diameter 1.50
Forest layer shrub
Evergreen
Frost sensitive
Perennial
Nitrogen fixer
Propagation method Sow pot / tray
Shade / Sun Sun
Flowers Red
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Kakabeak seeds
Common name Clianthus
Details Seeds collected from assorted red and pink flowering shrubs in the blockhill gardens. Seed can contain some white fluff, the dried pulp from the seed casing, this is NOT mould or fungus.
Drought tolerance
Frost sensitive
Nitrogen fixer
Perennial
Propagate
November
January
December
October
Price $4.90
30 seeds
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Nitrogen fixing plant species suited to temperate climate such as North Canterbury New Zealand
Nitrogen is an essential element for plant growth. Certain plants have a useful ability to capture nitrogen from the atmosphere. This is often achieved through symbiotic relationship with fungi in the root zone. Being able access unlimited nitrogen allows these plants to grow quickly while also making some available to surrounding plants. The practical reality is that including nitrogen fixing plants of various shapes and sizes amongst other productive plantings improves overall health, vigour and fertility,