Combretum Erythrophyllum 200lt

Combretum Erythrophyllum 200lt
Common Name: River Bush-willow

Full Sun
Moderate Watering
Drought Tolerant once established
Indigenous
Deciduous to Semi-Deciduous Tree

Sizes Available:

200lt : +-3m Tall
400lt : 3-4m Tall
600lt : 4-6m Tall
1000lt : 5-8m Tall

Combretum erythrophyllum (River Bushwillow) is a hardy, fast-growing, deciduous to semi-deciduous tree native to South Africa.

Growth Habit: Upright to spreading tree with a rounded crown and attractive, glossy green leaves that turn bright red in autumn.
Height: 8–15 m tall.
Bark: Grey-brown, becoming rough and fissured with age.
Flowers: Masses of fragrant creamy-yellow flowers in spring to early summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Fruit: Four-winged, reddish-brown seeds that persist on the tree, adding ornamental value.
Position: Full sun; tolerates seasonal flooding and grows well along rivers or in gardens.
Watering: Medium to low water needs once established; drought-hardy but thrives with occasional deep watering.
Soil: Adaptable to various soil types, including clay and sandy soils.
Uses: Excellent shade or feature tree for large gardens, parks, and riparian zones. Great for erosion control and wildlife attraction.