Chorizema 'Bush Flame'

We have grown a nice form of the common flame pea, Chorizema cordatum, since Wintergreen days. ‘Bush Flame' is reputed to be a hybrid between this species and C. varium. It is a spreading shrub with slender stems, growing to perhaps 3' high by 4-5' broad. The stems are closely lined by toothed, perfectly heart-shaped, deep green leaves. The leaves also have an attractive satiny surface. In winter and early spring, clusters of incredible orange and pink pea flowers issue from the leaf-axils along the mature shoots. This shrub is a fine choice for brightening shady nooks and may be used in mixed plantings and shrubby borders. It grows best in light shade except along the coast. It should be planted in well drained non-alkaline soil and given moderate watering. Hardy to around 20° F.

Australian Plant Introduction
from The Arboretum at U.C. Santa Cruz
and KOALA BLOOMS™