Leucadendron ‘Ebony’ is an attention-grabbing, South African native shrub that adds a touch of exotic beauty to Bay Area landscapes. It features unusual, cone-shaped flower heads that appear in deep red and ebony hues in mid-winter. It’s summer-dry tolerant once established but does best with regular watering in full sun conditions. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and can tolerate sandy soil too. As a distinctive and low-maintenance choice, this showy, compact shrub is well-suited for coastal gardens with salty air.