Flame Tree
Brachychiton acerifolius
The stunning Flame Tree grows in the wild from the Illawarra area of southern coastal NSW, north into Queensland. It is famous for its vivid scarlet bell shaped flowers, a stunning display that occurs in late spring after all leaves have dropped from the tree.
Conditions
Botanical Name: Brachychiton acerifolius
Common Name: Flame Tree
Family: Malvaceae
Plant Type: Large Tree
Height: 12 – 20 m
Width: 5 – 10 m
Growth Habit: Deciduous Upright Pyramidal Form
Leaf Description: Deep Green
Flower Colour: Scarlett Red
Flowering Time: Spring
Light Needs: Full Sun/Part Shade
Soil Moisture:Well drained, moderate drainage
Soil Type: Sandy loam, Loam, Clay loam
Tolerances: Light frost, Drought, Hot Dry
Uses: Feature Tree, WOW factor, Colour, Edible Seeds, Large Gardens, Street Tree, Open spaces
Maintenance: Formative Pruning if required to have one central leader and a balanced tree
Pests and Diseases: Kurrawong leaf tier, tailed emperor caterpillar, kurrajong weevil , harlequin beetle
To Note: The seeds are edible when roasted. Wear gloves when handling due to fine irritating hairs that cover the seeds
CONTACT
0448974421
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Nursery is open Tues, Wed and Thurs 9 - 3.
All other times by appointment.
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CONTACT
stephanie@misstree.com.au
0448974421
FIND US
Nursery is open Tues, Wed and Thurs 9 - 3.
All other times by appointment.