A striking specimen tree grown for its rich, purplish-crimson foliage that holds its colour right through summer before turning bronze in autumn. Clusters of small reddish-orange flowers appear in spring ahead of the leaves, followed by winged samaras. Vigorous and adaptable, it makes a bold shade or feature tree, and this advanced 45L specimen gives an established look from planting.
- Mature size: Approx. 10-12m H x 8-10m W
- Foliage: Rich purplish-crimson through summer, turning bronze in autumn
- Flowers: Small reddish-orange clusters in spring, before leaves emerge
- Growth habit: Vigorous, oval to rounded canopy
- Position: Full sun; tolerates part shade
- Climate: Very frost hardy; suits Canberra's cold winters
- Water needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
- Maintenance: Low; prune during dormancy, avoid pruning in spring
- Ideal for: Feature or shade tree, specimen planting, avenues
A striking specimen tree grown for its rich, purplish-crimson foliage that holds its colour right through summer before turning bronze in autumn. Clusters of small reddish-orange flowers appear in spring ahead of the leaves, followed by winged samaras. Vigorous and adaptable, it makes a bold shade or feature tree, and this advanced 45L specimen gives an established look from planting.
- Mature size: Approx. 10-12m H x 8-10m W
- Foliage: Rich purplish-crimson through summer, turning bronze in autumn
- Flowers: Small reddish-orange clusters in spring, before leaves emerge
- Growth habit: Vigorous, oval to rounded canopy
- Position: Full sun; tolerates part shade
- Climate: Very frost hardy; suits Canberra's cold winters
- Water needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
- Maintenance: Low; prune during dormancy, avoid pruning in spring
- Ideal for: Feature or shade tree, specimen planting, avenues
