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Brachychiton populneus

Bottle Tree, Kurrajong

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer/Sea Tree

 

Description

This evergreen tree will grow 25-75' tall and produces white blooms that are magenta on the inside. It is very drought tolerant and does best in full sun.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

Flower Color

Yellow, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Light Green

Bark Color

Green, Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Tropical

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Background, Parking Strip, Street Tree

Special Uses

Screen, Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.