Roma Street Parkland is home to a range of unique Australian subtropical vegetation as well as beautiful examples of flora from around the world. The Parkland’s individual precincts show a seasonal array of diverse horticultural displays which keep the Parkland’s landscape vibrant and colourful all year around.
As well as eye catching flora, the Parkland has an array of birds, lizards and fish which have made Roma Street Parkland home.
For more information on the Parklands Flora and Fauna please take a look at the following fact sheets:
» Horticultural calendar
» Parkland Birds fact sheet
» Parkland Fish fact sheet
What's blooming in February
| Plant name: |
Golden Candles EM>Pachystachys lutea |
| Native to: |
Central and South America |
| Preferred growing conditions: |
Morning sun afternoon shade |
| Drought Resistant: |
Yes |
| Position in Parkland: |
Patches of Golden Candles are to be found in Spectacle Garden and in the Tropical Garden near our children’s playground |
For more detailed information on the Golden Candles, download the What’s blooming in February fact sheet written by Parkland Curator Bob Dobbs.
Last updated 19 January 2011