Isopogon

What could be more magical than seeing winter turn to spring? Isopogon celebrates the transition with us. This member of the Australia Proteaceae family consists of over 34 species plus, three varieties. In Western Australia Isopogon are often referred to as cone flowers, while in the eastern states they’re known as drumsticks.

These unique looking spring flowers, born as a solid cone with the blooms spiraling from and surrounding the central cone, look like petite pinwheels. Like many proteas, Isopogon flowers are made up of many flowers that open from the outside in. Its stems are woody, and leaves are green, pointed and surround the flowers at their base.

What to look for

• Buy when the outer flowers in each flower head are opening. 
• Avoid bunches with brown tips on the flowers and with yellow leaves.

Flower Care

1. Keep cool. 
2. Strip leaves from the bottom half of each stem. 
3. Re-cut at least 1/4” off each stem and place in cold water. 
4. Use a preservative as this will help keep open flowers looking fresh. 
5. Replace water frequently.