{"product_id":"leucadendron-jester","title":"Leucadendron 'Jester': Striking Pink, Cream, and Green Variegated Foliage","description":"\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.shopify-table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n.shopify-table th,\n.shopify-table td {\n  border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n  padding: 8px;\n  text-align: left;\n}\n.shopify-table th {\n  background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🎭 \u003cstrong\u003eLeucadendron ‘Jester’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.9em; font-weight:400;\"\u003eRed \u0026amp; Yellow Bicolor Conebush\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeucadendron ‘Jester’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking evergreen shrub prized for its vivid two‑tone foliage and bold architectural form. This cultivar is best known for its dramatic seasonal color shift, with narrow green leaves transforming into fiery red accented by bright golden‑yellow tips during the cooler months. The high‑contrast coloration creates a vibrant, almost flame‑like effect that brings energy and structure to the garden when color is most needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/leucadendron\"\u003eLeucadendron collections\u003c\/a\u003e and modern planting designs, \u003cstrong\u003e‘Jester’\u003c\/strong\u003e thrives in full sun with excellent drainage and minimal water once established. Its upright, multi‑stemmed habit makes it well suited to mass plantings, bold borders, and statement shrubs in Mediterranean, coastal, and \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/water-wise-plants\"\u003ewater‑wise landscapes\u003c\/a\u003e. The colorful stems are also highly valued in fresh and dried floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Characteristics of Leucadendron ‘Jester’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLeucadendron ‘Jester’\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eJester Conebush\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUpright, multi‑stemmed evergreen shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNarrow leaves shifting from green to red with yellow tips\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCones \/ Bracts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDecorative terminal cones with bright red and yellow bracts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStrongest fall through winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDramatic bicolor foliage, architectural form, excellent cut material\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Size and Form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8 ft\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 ft\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeucadendron ‘Jester’ develops a clean, upright silhouette with dense branching. Light pruning after the seasonal color display helps maintain shape and encourage bushiness; avoid cutting into old woody stems. For pruning and long‑term care guidance, see our \n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/garden-journey\/protea-care-guide\"\u003eProtea \u0026amp; Leucadendron Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 9–11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to regions with mild winters, full sun, and fast‑draining soils. Avoid prolonged winter moisture and heavy clay soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivation and Care for Leucadendron ‘Jester’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eAspect\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFull sun for best color development and compact growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWell‑drained, sandy or rocky soil; slightly acidic preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLow once established; water deeply but infrequently\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLow‑phosphorus or native‑plant fertilizer only\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLight pruning after bract display; avoid old woody growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nHelpful resources for successful establishment:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/garden-journey\/quick-tip-caring-for-a-newly-unboxed-protea-in-humid-conditions\"\u003e\nQuick Tip: Caring for a Newly Unboxed Protea in Humid Conditions\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/garden-journey\/protea-care-guide\"\u003e\nComplete Protea \u0026amp; Leucadendron Care Guide\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Use and Benefits of Leucadendron ‘Jester’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• High‑impact specimen shrub with vivid red and yellow winter color\u003cbr\u003e\n• Ideal for Mediterranean, coastal, and \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/water-wise-plants\"\u003ewater‑wise landscapes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n• Excellent for bold borders, mass plantings, and modern designs\u003cbr\u003e\n• Highly valued for cut foliage and floral arrangements\u003cbr\u003e\n• A standout selection within curated \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/leucadendron\"\u003eLeucadendron collections\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWildlife Attraction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile primarily grown for foliage and cones, Leucadendron ‘Jester’ contributes seasonal interest and structure that enhances habitat diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePest and Disease Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeucadendron ‘Jester’ is generally resilient when planted in appropriate conditions. Potential issues include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• Root rot in poorly drained or overwatered soils\u003cbr\u003e\n• Nutrient stress from phosphorus‑heavy fertilizers\u003cbr\u003e\n• Reduced color intensity in shaded locations\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull sun, excellent drainage, and low‑phosphorus nutrition are essential for long‑term health and vivid coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Bonte Farm","offers":[{"title":"1-gallon (6x6x12\" - 18\")","offer_id":45648728621291,"sku":"OLJ1","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5-gallon (10x10x24\" - 36\")","offer_id":44315144290539,"sku":"GLJ5","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/2483\/8123\/files\/Leucadendron-_Jester_-_-Colorful-Charm-Foliage-Protea-Plants-My-Store-166636090.jpg?v=1776655754","url":"https:\/\/bontefarm.com\/fr\/products\/leucadendron-jester","provider":"Bonte Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}