Brachychiton populensis
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Family Name:
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Sterculiaceae |
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Common Name:
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Kurrajong |
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Size:
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9 – 15m tall x 5 – 8m wide |
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Growth Rate:
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Slow |
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Description:
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A native tree with white bell shaped flowers, with the inner tube streaked purple-brown. Juvenile foliage is deeply lobed, the lobbing reducing as the tree matures. |
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Position:
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Full sun, in moist, well-drained soils. |
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Care:
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Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established, then as required. Plant in a well mulched garden. Fertilise with a low phosphorous fertiliser annually. |
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Features:
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• Tolerates dry conditions • Ideal shade tree for tough positions |
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Sizes Grown:
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30cm, 40cm, 60cm |