Telopea Wild Brumby™ Sugar Plum - 140 mm

Telopea ‘Wild Brumby™ Sugar Plum’

Native • Feature Shrub • Large Showy Flowers • Spring Blooming

A bold Australian native waratah hybrid grown for its spectacular, large pink to deep “sugar plum” coloured flower heads. Telopea ‘Wild Brumby™ Sugar Plum’ is a standout feature shrub that brings dramatic seasonal colour to the garden in spring. Its lush green foliage and upright structure make it ideal as a statement plant in native gardens, particularly where a strong focal point is needed.

Plant Features

• Australian native waratah hybrid
• Large, showy pink–plum flower heads
• Strong upright shrub habit
• Spring flowering display
• Attractive deep green foliage
• Excellent feature or specimen plant
• Long-lived once established

Size

Height:
Typically grows around 2–3 metres tall

Width:
Usually grows around 1.5–2 metres wide

Growing Conditions

Telopea ‘Wild Brumby™ Sugar Plum’ prefers:

• Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
• Full sun to part shade (morning sun ideal)
• Protection from harsh afternoon heat in warmer climates
• Moderate watering, especially during establishment
• Cool to temperate conditions for best performance

Perfect For

• Feature planting in native gardens
• Statement focal points
• Cottage-style native landscapes
• Wildlife and bird-attracting gardens
• Mixed shrub borders

Care Tips

• Water regularly while establishing (first 12–18 months)
• Mulch well to keep roots cool and moist
• Avoid heavy phosphorus fertilisers (use native-specific fertiliser)
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape

Protect from extreme heat and drying winds when young