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Mimetes cuccullatus

Red pagoda, rooistompie

A table displaying which months are best to sow, plant and harvest.
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Botanical name: Mimetes cuccullatus
Common name: Red pagoda, rooistompie
Family: Proteaceae
Plant Type: Shrub, Evergreen

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

Mimetes cuccullatus, commonly known as red pagoda or rooistompie, is a compact, evergreen shrub native to the cool, moist, ocean-facing slopes of South Africa. While the white flowers are mostly inconspicuous, the bright red new growth can’t be missed.

In areas that are likely to experience hard frosts, grow it in a large pot or container that can be brought undercover to a frost-free location over winter.

For best results, grow Mimetes cuccullatus in full sun in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. In containers, use ericaceous compost and keep well-watered. Mimetes cuccullatus is tolerant of wind and salt spray, so it’s a great plant for coastal locations. Should you want to cut it back, it responds very well to hard pruning. Avoid any heavy feeding, instead go for a slow-release fertiliser or garden compost.

How to grow Mimetes cuccullatus

Plant size

1.5m height

1.5m spread
Aspect

South facing
Position in border

Middle

Sun exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Half hardy
Soil type: Well drained / light / sandy / acidic

Plant calendar

A table displaying which months are best to sow, plant and harvest.
Plant
	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Plant	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
Flowers
Flowers	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D