Ceratopetalum gummiferum ‘Alberys Red’ – NSW Christmas Bush

Ceratopetalum gummiferum christmas bush 'Alberys Red'

Ceratopetalum gummiferum 'Alberys Red'
Ceratopetalum gummiferum 'Alberys Red'

An outstanding form of NSW Christmas Bush with very bright red flowers on a compact large shrub to small tree. Prune about 30% off straight after flowering for best results. A great feature plant and cut flower. Tolerates light frosts and some dry spells. Grow in a sunny spot to part shade, needs well drained soil. Plant in raised beds if your soil is not free draining.

Family : Cunoniaceae

Cultivar Name: Alberys Red

Plant Type : Small tree, Large shrub

Width : 3

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower

Scientific Name: Ceratopetalum gummiferum

Common Name : NSW Christmas Bush

Height : 5

Flower Color : White, Red

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Flower garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Butterflies, Other insects

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Ceratopetalum gummiferum ‘Alberys Red’ – NSW Christmas Bush