A dense, mid-sized, evergreen shrub with narrow, dark-green leaves. From winter to spring it bears deep-red, fully double flowers very freely. Grows well in any soil to around 2x1m. Frost tolerant and grows well in exposed coastal sites. Prefers a sunnier position. Bred at the Auckland Botanic Gardens.
The honey produced by bees that forage in the blooms is known as one of the most potent antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory honeys in existence.