Lace bark Kurrajong Bottle tree So far I have two batches of seedlings of this tree species, grown from seeds bought from reliable seed merchants on Ebay. Each time I had 100% germination. They are quite happy growing indoors, and only watered when the compost is dry to the touch. Read below for more information on this fascinating tree. Lacebark Kurrajong, also called the "bottle tree" is a member of the Brachychiton genus of trees and native to Australia. It is a fast growing tree whose trunk tends to bulge a bit, although much less than some of the other "bottle trees" such as the Brachychiton rupestris. The new bark of the Lacebark Kurrajong is green in colour and has photosynthesis capability. The bark turns light brown as it ages. As the trunk stretches however new bark is exposed in the stretch marks of the old which creates the "lacebark" pattern. Also used as a great animal fodder tree in times of drought The Kurrajong has beautiful bell shaped orchid like flowers that are approximately 15mm across, are white to pink with pink dots, are formed in clusters. This variety has the ability to store water and nutrients in it roots and trunk which enables it to survive in areas to dry for many other varieties. It is also frost tolerant to minus 6. A very hardy tree that will look after themselves once established. Will tolerate low rainfall once established, as little as 300mm per annum Often used by councils for parks and reserves due to its hardiness. Great additions for xeriscape gardens. The leaves are 10 to 15cm long and are quite diverse in their shape, ranging from the oval to having 3 to 9 fingers. New leaves are tinged pink and then darken as they mature. Provides great shade in summer They are highly adaptable and will grow in a wide range of soil from sandy to clay. Used in borders, gardens, driveways, or containers/pots, and is ideal for use as bonsai, etc. They have large masses of flowers that attract birds, butterflies and nectar eaters to your garden. They can grow in full sun to semi shade. You can plant them under tall gums as long as it is not a deeply shaded position. Seen in many gardens, paddocks, streetscapes as they look great, provide shade and look after themselves Once established this variety will handle long periods without rain, but it will also grow well in quite wet conditions as long as drainage is good. This is a popular tree species in its native clime They will also grow in quite windy and coastal areas. Works well in scattered plantings, within native settings or as borders, rows, driveways, hedges, and in large pots.
Posted on: Mon, 02 Sep 2013 13:25:45 +0000
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