About
A conical, evergreen tree to 12m with peeling, red-brown bark and fern-like, intense green leaves. Large, flattish sprays of small, white, five-petalled flowers are produced In spring and summer.
About the genus
Lyonothamnus are evergreen trees with attractive bark, thick, glossy leaves and large clusters of small, five-petaled flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height8-12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesMediterranean climate plants, Architectural, City and courtyard gardens
Native toUSA (California)
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Shelter from cold, drying winds
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers outdoors in autumn, or take greenwood cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free