CHRISTMAS BUSH - SHIRAZ
Botanical Name: Ceratopetalum gummiferumDescription
Other Names: Xmas Bush, NSW Christmas Bush
An outstanding form of NSW Christmas Bush, it has very bright red flowers just in time for Christmas, on a compact large shrub to small tree. The flowers are great for cutting for long lasting bunches for Christmas decoration. Prune about 30% off the plant, straight after flowering to encourage a more dense growth habit. A great feature plant and cut flower, growing to around 5 meters tall. It needs a good well drained sandy to loamy soil, in sun or dappled shade. Best in temperate to subtropical climates. Tolerates light frost.
| Image | Price | Avail. | Propagation | Size | Buy Options |
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$14.90 | 9 | Cutting | Medium |
Plant Information or Specifications
Preferred Climate
Subtropical
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Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions)
2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate
1 (Self Pollinating)
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Can it Handle Frosts?
Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter?
All Leaves (Evergreen)
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