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Brachychiton populneus
Bottle Tree, Kurrajong
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Susan Frommer/Sea Tree
Description
This semievergreen tree will grow quickly to 40' x 30'. Leaves are bright green 4'"to 8" long. Produces tubular white blooms that are magenta on the inside. Blooms are followed by large brown woody seed pods that contain yellow popcorn-like seeds. It is very drought tolerant and does best in full sun.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
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.