This is the red-flowered variety of the common or Scotch Broom, another invasive plant often mistaken for an Australian native because of its pea-like flowers and pods. There is also a much commoner variety with plain yellow flowers. Another environmental weed which is very serious in some areas of Australia, but which, sadly, is still planted by gardeners.
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Merci a lot!
Sep 5th, 2011 ReplyCreativeOne
Thanks for the description Tango as this is one spectacular piece of nature
Sep 5th, 2011 Reply Inspire & Be InspiredCentauran
I've only ever seen it in one place - not a very prolific weed!
Sep 5th, 2011 ReplyJurgenDoe
This is awesome and magnificent .. what a gorgeous flower
Sep 5th, 2011 Reply SubscriberCentauran
It is - pity it's classed as a weed!Thank you for the fav.
Sep 5th, 2011 ReplyJurgenDoe
You're welcome :)
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