 
						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
