Tasmanian Waratah Seeds
Approx seeds per gram: 33
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Common name: Tasmanian Waratah
Scientific name: Telopea Truncata
Commonly known as Tasmanian Waratah, this stunning Australian native shrub is renowned for its vibrant, scarlet-red flower heads that bloom from late spring to summer, creating a spectacular display that attracts bees, birds, and other pollinators.
Reaching up to 3 metres tall, Tasmanian Waratah features glossy, dark green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to its brilliant flowers. This hardy plant thrives in well-drained soils and is well-suited for cool climates and sheltered positions, making it a great addition to native gardens or as a feature plant in mixed borders.
Key planting information
Sowing method: Raising seedlings - it’s better to start these off in a tray before moving them into your garden.
Life cycle: Perennial
Plant height: 350cm
Season: spring, autumn (can be sown all year round)
Spacing: 200cm
Sun requirements: Part shade
Soil requirements: Well drained soil
Time to sprout: 21-35 days at 16-20°C
Best season to sow based on climate
| Cool | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Temperate |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Sub-Tropical | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Tropical | Not suitable |
| Arid |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
Common name: Tasmanian Waratah
Scientific name: Telopea Truncata
Commonly known as Tasmanian Waratah, this stunning Australian native shrub is renowned for its vibrant, scarlet-red flower heads that bloom from late spring to summer, creating a spectacular display that attracts bees, birds, and other pollinators.
Reaching up to 3 metres tall, Tasmanian Waratah features glossy, dark green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to its brilliant flowers. This hardy plant thrives in well-drained soils and is well-suited for cool climates and sheltered positions, making it a great addition to native gardens or as a feature plant in mixed borders.
Key planting information
Sowing method: Raising seedlings - it’s better to start these off in a tray before moving them into your garden.
Life cycle: Perennial
Plant height: 350cm
Season: spring, autumn (can be sown all year round)
Spacing: 200cm
Sun requirements: Part shade
Soil requirements: Well drained soil
Time to sprout: 21-35 days at 16-20°C
Best season to sow based on climate
| Cool | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Temperate |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Sub-Tropical | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Tropical | Not suitable |
| Arid |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
This Australian native variety can take much longer to sprout than the time provided. Some Australian natives with lay dormant until perfect conditions and this variety is one of them. Please be patient.
Soak Treatment
Place the seeds in very hot (not boiling) water and leave them overnight. When the seed becomes swollen it is ready to be sown. This method is important for seeds with thick shells.
While it's not essential to use a soak treatment, Australian natives can be tricky to germinate and it will help.
This Australian native variety can take much longer to sprout than the time provided. Some Australian natives with lay dormant until perfect conditions and this variety is one of them. Please be patient.
Soak Treatment
Place the seeds in very hot (not boiling) water and leave them overnight. When the seed becomes swollen it is ready to be sown. This method is important for seeds with thick shells.
While it's not essential to use a soak treatment, Australian natives can be tricky to germinate and it will help.
FREE Standard Parcel Shipping on all orders over $60.
Orders under $25 can use our Priority Letter Shipping option - this option does not come with a tracking number.
How much does shipping cost?
- Priority Letter Shipping: $3.70
- Standard Parcel Shipping: $8.90
- Express Parcel Shipping: $12.95
What are the shipping times?
- Priority Letter Shipping: 3-10 business days once shipped
- Standard Parcel Shipping: 2-7 business days once shipped
- Express Parcel Shipping: 1-4 business days once shipped
How long will my order take to be shipped?
We aim to ship orders within 1-3 business days.
Unfortunately we are unable to ship to WA and TAS at this time.
Holiday period cut off dates:
- Standard Parcel: 17th December
- Express Parcel: 18th December
- Priority Regular Letter: 10th December
FREE Standard Parcel Shipping on all orders over $60.
Orders under $25 can use our Priority Letter Shipping option - this option does not come with a tracking number.
How much does shipping cost?
- Priority Letter Shipping: $3.70
- Standard Parcel Shipping: $8.90
- Express Parcel Shipping: $12.95
What are the shipping times?
- Priority Letter Shipping: 3-10 business days once shipped
- Standard Parcel Shipping: 2-7 business days once shipped
- Express Parcel Shipping: 1-4 business days once shipped
How long will my order take to be shipped?
We aim to ship orders within 1-3 business days.
Unfortunately we are unable to ship to WA and TAS at this time.
Holiday period cut off dates:
- Standard Parcel: 17th December
- Express Parcel: 18th December
- Priority Regular Letter: 10th December
Tasmanian Waratah Seeds
Common name: Tasmanian Waratah
Scientific name: Telopea Truncata
Commonly known as Tasmanian Waratah, this stunning Australian native shrub is renowned for its vibrant, scarlet-red flower heads that bloom from late spring to summer, creating a spectacular display that attracts bees, birds, and other pollinators.
Reaching up to 3 metres tall, Tasmanian Waratah features glossy, dark green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to its brilliant flowers. This hardy plant thrives in well-drained soils and is well-suited for cool climates and sheltered positions, making it a great addition to native gardens or as a feature plant in mixed borders.
Key planting information
Sowing method: Raising seedlings - it’s better to start these off in a tray before moving them into your garden.
Life cycle: Perennial
Plant height: 350cm
Season: spring, autumn (can be sown all year round)
Spacing: 200cm
Sun requirements: Part shade
Soil requirements: Well drained soil
Time to sprout: 21-35 days at 16-20°C
Best season to sow based on climate
| Cool | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Temperate |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Sub-Tropical | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Tropical | Not suitable |
| Arid |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
Common name: Tasmanian Waratah
Scientific name: Telopea Truncata
Commonly known as Tasmanian Waratah, this stunning Australian native shrub is renowned for its vibrant, scarlet-red flower heads that bloom from late spring to summer, creating a spectacular display that attracts bees, birds, and other pollinators.
Reaching up to 3 metres tall, Tasmanian Waratah features glossy, dark green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to its brilliant flowers. This hardy plant thrives in well-drained soils and is well-suited for cool climates and sheltered positions, making it a great addition to native gardens or as a feature plant in mixed borders.
Key planting information
Sowing method: Raising seedlings - it’s better to start these off in a tray before moving them into your garden.
Life cycle: Perennial
Plant height: 350cm
Season: spring, autumn (can be sown all year round)
Spacing: 200cm
Sun requirements: Part shade
Soil requirements: Well drained soil
Time to sprout: 21-35 days at 16-20°C
Best season to sow based on climate
| Cool | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Temperate |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Sub-Tropical | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Tropical | Not suitable |
| Arid |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
This Australian native variety can take much longer to sprout than the time provided. Some Australian natives with lay dormant until perfect conditions and this variety is one of them. Please be patient.
Soak Treatment
Place the seeds in very hot (not boiling) water and leave them overnight. When the seed becomes swollen it is ready to be sown. This method is important for seeds with thick shells.
While it's not essential to use a soak treatment, Australian natives can be tricky to germinate and it will help.
This Australian native variety can take much longer to sprout than the time provided. Some Australian natives with lay dormant until perfect conditions and this variety is one of them. Please be patient.
Soak Treatment
Place the seeds in very hot (not boiling) water and leave them overnight. When the seed becomes swollen it is ready to be sown. This method is important for seeds with thick shells.
While it's not essential to use a soak treatment, Australian natives can be tricky to germinate and it will help.
FREE Standard Parcel Shipping on all orders over $60.
Orders under $25 can use our Priority Letter Shipping option - this option does not come with a tracking number.
How much does shipping cost?
- Priority Letter Shipping: $3.70
- Standard Parcel Shipping: $8.90
- Express Parcel Shipping: $12.95
What are the shipping times?
- Priority Letter Shipping: 3-10 business days once shipped
- Standard Parcel Shipping: 2-7 business days once shipped
- Express Parcel Shipping: 1-4 business days once shipped
How long will my order take to be shipped?
We aim to ship orders within 1-3 business days.
Unfortunately we are unable to ship to WA and TAS at this time.
Holiday period cut off dates:
- Standard Parcel: 17th December
- Express Parcel: 18th December
- Priority Regular Letter: 10th December
FREE Standard Parcel Shipping on all orders over $60.
Orders under $25 can use our Priority Letter Shipping option - this option does not come with a tracking number.
How much does shipping cost?
- Priority Letter Shipping: $3.70
- Standard Parcel Shipping: $8.90
- Express Parcel Shipping: $12.95
What are the shipping times?
- Priority Letter Shipping: 3-10 business days once shipped
- Standard Parcel Shipping: 2-7 business days once shipped
- Express Parcel Shipping: 1-4 business days once shipped
How long will my order take to be shipped?
We aim to ship orders within 1-3 business days.
Unfortunately we are unable to ship to WA and TAS at this time.
Holiday period cut off dates:
- Standard Parcel: 17th December
- Express Parcel: 18th December
- Priority Regular Letter: 10th December
