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Lophostemon confertus

Brisbane Box

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Information by:         Photographer: Normans/Steve Jacobs

 

Description

This evergreen tree will grow 30-45' tall and 25' wide. It has leathery, glossy dark green leaves and inconspicuous white flowers in summer. The reddish brown, flaky bark resembles Eucalytpus, while the foliage resembles Ficus.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.