Illawarra Flame Tree - Brachychiton Acerifolia
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Description
Native to Australia, this brilliant medium sized, deciduous tree has bright red flowers which are produced after the leaves are shed, the effect is that of a tree on fire hence the name flame tree.
The flame tree is an attractive specimen tree suitable for large garden. Young plants are useful indoors.
Common Name: Illawarra Flame Tree Botanical Name: Brachychiton acerifolius Plant size: 20 - 20cm Pot size: 75mm Max growth: Grows to about 10 - 20m high and 5m wide Maintenance: Suits coastal conditions, tropical areas and cool climtates. Keep moist during the growing months. Feed regularly with organic fertiliser or a general purpose slow release fertiliser Planting: Dig a hole twice the width of the containerAttributes
Climate Zone
- Arid
- Cool
- Subtropical
- Temperate
- Tropical
Flowers
- Bird attracting
- Striking Flowers
Garden Style
- Cottage Garden
- Native Garden
Growth Rate
- Fast
Hedging
- Wind break
Plant Type
- Deciduous
- Foliage Plants
- Large Trees
- Natives
- Shade Tree
Position
- Full Sun
Uses
- Feature planting
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