Bombax malabaricum – Red Kapok Tree (GRAFTED) (6″ pot)
$75.00
This is a large, tropical, deciduous tree that produces large red flowers in late winter to early spring. Grafted plants can be grown in containers. Nice plant for a collector.
Ships in a 6″ pot. Does not ship with flowers.
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Description
Plant the tree in full to partial sun.
Water once or twice a week.
Fertilize 3 times a year, not during dormancy.
If you have to trim the tree the best time is right after it’s done blooming.
This is a huge tree but it can be kept small by trimming. Trees can be seen in full bloom around 8′-10′ tall.
FAMILY: Malvaceae
ORIGIN: India
TYPE/USES: flowering tree
MATURE SIZE: up to 70′
GROWTH RATE: fast when growing
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: full/partial sun
WATER REQUIREMENTS: average/less in the winter
MIN. TEMP. : mid 20’s
FLOWER: Feb/March
Additional information
| Weight | 5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6 × 6 × 36 in |
