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Buckinghamia celsissima
Ivory Curl Tree/ Ivory Curl Flower
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Comments, Features & Uses:
Is often grown as a street tree and as a hedge or wind break and appreciated for its spectacular display of sweetly fragrant, creamy white flowers in Summer. Flowers best in areas that experience a mild Winter. Very attractive to bees and birds.
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Naturally Occurring:
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Native to tropical rainforests of Queensland.
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Dimensions:
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Parkland/ Large Open Space: 18m h x 10m w in its natural environment
Moderate Open Space: 6- 8m h x 4- 6m w
Urban Environment: Can be kept at 6m or less
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Aspect:
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Full sun or part shade.
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Coastal Tolerance:
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No.
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Soil Requirements:
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Plant in well drained, moist, loamy soil. |
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Moisture Requirements:
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Water regularly during dry weather.
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Temperature Range:
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Prefer warm climates but will survive very light frosts. |
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Maintenance and Fertiliser Requirements:
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Responds well to pruning. Low Phosphorous slow release fertiliser is recommended.
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Pests and Diseases:
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Can be affected by leaf miner.
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Spacing Guide:
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Dependant on overall height required. From 2m- 4m apart |
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Typical Container Sizes Available:
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200mm, 300mm, 45ltr, 100ltr, 200ltr
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