Bee tree. Deciduous shrub up to 20m tall with bright green pinnate leaves. Small very aromatic white flowers that come out in summer and small red fruits in autumn.
This species is perfect as an ornamental plant since it does not require much care. It also attracts bees and butterflies.
Direct sowing at temperatures of 8ºC night/15ºC day. Lightly cover the seeds and maintain the humidity until germination is completed.
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Attracts Wildlife | Bees, Birds |
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Average germination (%) | 55 |
Flower colour | Cream, White |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Fragrant | Flower, Foliage |
Hardiness | Drought resistant, Hardy |
Plant use | Gardening, Honey producing plant, Low maintenance garden, Singular, Urban garden, Wild garden |
Seeds per gram | 133 |
Soil - Moisture | Well-drained |
Soil - Ph | No preference |
Soil - Type | No preference |
Sunlight - Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |