BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

Lovely cultivar first discovered growing in Western Tasmania in 1986, Eucryphia lucida 'Ballerina' has large (up to 3 cm across), pale pink flowers with eye-catching crimson stamen in late summer. These colourful flowers stand out well against the dark green, glossy leaves. An unusual and handsome, evergreen flowering tree!

Supplied Size: 3L containers (40 - 60 cm tall)

Features

• Common name: Leatherwood.
• Position: Sheltered in full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Somewhat hardy. Eucryphia lucida 'Ballerina' requires a warm position and shelter from cold winter winds.
• Flowering Period: July - August.
• Flower Colour: Pale pink
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Eventually a small, densely branching tree.
• Height: up to 8 m (26 ft).
• Spread: 4 m (13 ft).
• Notes: Prune to shape after flowering if required.