(1/2) Kurrajong - Desert For Sale
(2/2) Leaf of the Kurrajong - Desert
Kurrajong - Desert
Brachychiton gregoriiBushfood plant producing seed used for roasting and baking damper, but also for its edible root. Attractive, lime green foliage and a rounded crown produces valuable shade in its hot arid environment. Adapted to the arid regions of WA, SA and the Norther... Read More
Other Names: Compass Tree, Gariya, Apeng,
$23.90
Specifications of Kurrajong - Desert
Preferred Climate Tropical, Subtropical, Warm TemperateLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m, 5-10m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Yes
Amount of leaves in Winter? Some Leaves (Partly Deciduous)
Suitability in Pots Yes
Water Requirements Drought Hardy (Little Watering)
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Semi Dwarf (2/3 Normal Size)
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 5+ Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type Perfect Drainage (Sand/Volcanic)
Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH), Moderately Alkaline (7.4-8.0)
Fruiting/Harvest Months January, February, March
Plant Width 2-4m
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Eucalyptus - Strawberry Gum
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