(Seed Grown)
Thought Australian trees were all Eucalyptus and Acacia? Prepare to have your mind—and maybe your hair—blown back. Native to eastern subtropical rainforests, the Illawarra Flame Tree bursts into brilliant scarlet-red bell-shaped flowers in spring—seriously, a full-on fireworks display. Its large, maple-like leaves provide greenery and shade the rest of the year, and when they fall, it’s like the tree is clearing the stage for its next performance.
 
To thrive on this side of the pond, give it full sun, well-drained soil, and a frost-free or mild-frost climate. Young trees appreciate a little TLC—regular watering and some protection from cold winds—but once established, it thrives with occasional summer irrigation and puts on a show like clockwork.
 
Flower Color: Red
Bloomtime: Late Spring/Early Summer
Height: 24+ foot
Width: 20+ feet
Exposure: Sun/Part Shade
Soil Type: Good to Average Drainage
Cold Tolerance: 26-28f
Irrigation requirements: -Low-Medium