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Tree Sapium sebiferum '(syn. Triadica sebifera)' Chinese Tallow Tree

 

 

 

 
Description A deciduous tree with beautiful autumn colour. The green heart shaped leaves change in autumn, displaying a brilliant array of colour in shades of crimson, yellow and orange. A fast growing small to medium tree with a distinct main trunk and grey bark with furrows which run from top to bottom. This variety starts off as a pyramid shape when young and develops a medium domed crown as it matures. In spring, yellow-green catkins are produced, followed by small capsules which open to reveal white, waxy seeds.    
Foliage
Deciduous
   
Form
Round
   
Mature Size 8 x 8m    
Uses Excellent street tree. A great specimen tree in parks and gardens. It becomes a great addition to any garden due to its stunning autumn colours.    
Position & Soil Tolerant of a wide range of well drained soils and site conditions once established. Best in full sun for autumn colour but can tolerate partial shade too.    
Features    
Pot sizes
in production
• 50cm/52L (1.8-2.2m)
   
Substitutes Cercidiphyllum japonicum
Cercis canadensis
Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Natchez'
Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Sioux'
Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Tuscarora'
Pistacia chinensis
   
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