Brachychiton rupestris "Queensland Bottletree" #1 show-on-collection

Brachychiton rupestris "Queensland Bottletree" #1 show-on-collectionBrachychiton rupestris, the Queensland Bottletree, is a unique Australian native tree. Towering heights and a characteristic swollen barrel like trunk (caudex) forms with age. In cultivation, this makes a unique small specimen and can lend itself to unique specialty growing, such as in shallow bowls or pans to exaggerate its unique characteristics. Young plants, grown in pots, will take many years to develop these features, which will be less

this choice selection as a delicate constitution that requires perfect conditions

bloom state and fruiting state of each plant will vary

Soil: light potting mix

Watering:even moisture

Water your garden prior to release so the ladybugs have something to drink

New leaves begin a gorgeous burgundy and age to a dark near-black

Tolerant of urban soils and conditions

Blooms: July

Hosta hybrid 'Rainbow's End' plantain lily remains attractive from spring to frost and increases in visual value with every passing year

Fertilize: in early spring with slow-release fertilizer

Paddles grow in wonderfully sculptural forms

Requires little to no pruning