Queensland Bottle Tree

Brachychiton rupestris

S409
If you want to plant a tree to get the neighbours talking then this is the one for you. The Bottle Tree is an Australian native and can be grown in a large pot in cooler climates or in the garden. The swollen trunk give it a comical look, like something you would expect to see in a Dr Seuss book!
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If you want to plant a tree to get the neighbours talking then this is the one for you. The Bottle Tree is an Australian native and can be grown in a large pot in cooler climates or in the garden. The swollen trunk give it a comical look, like something you would expect to see in a Dr Seuss book!
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If you want to plant a tree to get the neighbours talking then this is the one for you. The Bottle Tree is an Australian native and can be grown in a large pot in cooler climates or in the garden. The swollen trunk give it a comical look, like something you would expect to see in a Dr Seuss book!
How to grow
Fast growing in enriched soils. May drop leaves during dry periods, otherwise almost evergreen.
Growing information
Seed sowing
Seed count: 10
Sow method: Sow in punnets
Germination: 85
Sow distance: 800cm
Growing needs
Light: Full Sun
Water: Drought tolerant
Plant characteristics
Type: Herbaceous/Semi-Deciduous
Height: 12.0m
Width: 8.0m

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