Cascading silver foliage with glowing seasonal flowers
Lobster Claw, Lotus berthelotii ‘Gold Flash’ is a striking trailing plant prized for its soft silver foliage and glowing golden flowers that cascade beautifully from pots, hanging baskets and retaining walls. Perfect for sunny Melbourne gardens, this drought-tolerant variety adds vibrant colour, texture and movement while thriving in free-draining soils and coastal conditions.
Plant Features Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Lotus berthelotii ‘Gold Flash’ |
| Common Name | Gold Flash Parrot’s Beak |
| Plant Type | Trailing Perennial |
| Height | 10–20cm |
| Width | Up to 1m trailing |
| Position | Full Sun |
| Soil | Free-Draining Soil |
| Water Needs | Low to Moderate |
| Frost Tolerance | Light Frost |
| Feature | Golden Flowers & Silver Foliage |
| Ideal Use | Hanging Baskets, Pots, Rockeries, Edges |
Perfect for baskets, pots and retaining walls
Lobster Claw Bring bright colour and soft texture to your garden with Lotus berthelotii ‘Gold Flash’, a stunning trailing plant that delivers masses of golden blooms against elegant silver foliage. Its cascading habit makes it ideal for hanging baskets, raised planters and retaining walls, creating instant visual impact in sunny outdoor spaces. Tough, drought tolerant and incredibly eye-catching, this variety is perfect for modern Australian gardens wanting year-round interest with minimal maintenance.
