Leucospermum 'Tango': Showstopping Orange Pincushion Bush for Hummingbirds

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Leucospermum ‘Tango’ Leucospermum ‘Tango’ is a vivid, high‑impact pincushion cultivar celebrated for its fiery orange-red blooms and outstanding garden performance. This South African hybrid produces large, spherical flower heads packed with vibrant, curling styles that resemble a burst of flame. The striking bloom color ranges from deep orange to bright scarlet, creating a lively, dramatic display from late winter into early summer. Its dense, leathery foliage forms a rounded evergreen shrub, offering structure and year‑round visual appeal even when the plant is not in bloom. Well adapted to warm, dry-summer climates, ‘Tango’ thrives in full sun and sharply drained, acidic soils. Once established, it demonstrates excellent drought tolerance and strong heat resilience, making it ideal for Mediterranean, coastal, and water-wise landscapes. Its