Kennedia rubicunda is a hardy garden plant which is not extensively cultivated except by Australian plant enthusiasts.
Kennedia rubicunda is a herbaceous twiner or prostrate plant with stems reaching up to 4m in length. Useful for covering embankments or climbing fences and frames. Will attract nectar-loving wildlife to your garden.
Native to the coastal and sub-coastal districts of eastern Australia.
Full sun or part shade wind protection
Most well drained, fertile, moist soil types
Summer: Keep Moist, Spring & Autumn, add organic matter
Establishes in 1-2 years. Low water use. Moderately long lived
Flowers: crimson, red & black
Prune at any time to confine plant or after main flowering to promote denser growth.
Bush Food: Edible nectar in the flowers
Notes
Dusky coral pea (Kennedia rubicunda) is regarded as an environmental weed in Tasmania and those parts of Victoria that are outside its native range.