Medium to large tree to 40m. Bears cream or rarely pink or red flowers. The red flowered form is illustrated on the stamp. Flowers in summer and autumn.
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| Sow outdoors |
| Attracts Wildlife | Bees |
|---|---|
| Average germination (%) | 70 |
| Flower colour | White |
| Foliage color | Green |
| Plant use | Honey producing plant, Timber, Wild garden |
| Seeds per gram | 8 |
| Soil - Moisture | Well-drained |
| Soil - Type | Fertile |
| Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |
Direct sowing 1/2 sand 1/2 paet