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Ceratopetalum Wild Fire

Australian Christmas Bush, Ceratopetalum Wild Fire, NSW Christmas Tree

Ceratopetalum Wild Fire, commonly known as the Australian Christmas Bush, features masses of red-pink, star shaped flowers open during spring. The fine, glossy, dark green foliage provides a lovely backdrop to the flowers and berries as it grows to 5 m tall and 3 m wide. Ceratopetalum Wild Fire is commonly used as a specimen, as a small shade tree, as a colourful screening plant, or planted in clusters to make a statement in the landscape.

Ceratopetalum Wild Fire shrub with red flowers and green foliage.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:5.00 m
Spread:3.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asAustralian Christmas Bush, Ceratopetalum Wild Fire, NSW Christmas Tree

Ceratopetalum Wild Fire Details

Ceratopetalum Wild Fire, commonly known as the Australian Christmas Bush is a stunning, evergreen shrub favoured for its colourful flowers and foliage. Masses of red-pink, star shaped flowers open during spring literally transform the plant. The flowers result in small red fruits which will stay on the plant for many weeks. The fine, glossy, dark green foliage provides a lovely backdrop to the flowers and berries. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 3 m wide, performing best in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of dry periods, some wind, and coastal environments. Ceratopetalum Wild Fire is commonly used as a specimen, as a small shade tree, as a colourful screening plant, or planted in clusters to make a statement in the landscape.

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