About

A stately tree, reaching 4-8m, with an elegant canopy. It produces seasonal interest.

About the genus

Brachychiton is a genus of around 31 species of dome-shaped trees or large shrubs, native to mainly Australia. Some have large, swollen trunks and most produce masses of bell-shaped crimson, cream or pink flowers in the spring

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders

Care notes

CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade
PruningPrune when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible