15 Red AFRICAN TULIP TREE (Fire Tree / Flame of the Forest / Fountain Tree) Spathodea Campanulata Seeds

Description:

Name: Red African Tulip Tree
Other common names include Fire Tree, Flame of the Forest, and Fountain Tree.
Scientific name: Spathodea Campanulata
Features:
– Color: Crimson red. The tree produces softball-sized clusters of flowers that resemble tulips.
– Plant seeds: Can be planted outdoors after the frost or indoors weeks before the last frost.
– Plant height: Grows up to 60’ or can be pruned to a desired size when grown indoors.
– Plant spacing: Recommended spacing is 40′, suitable for containers.
– Bloom time: Typically blooms in the summer.
– Hardiness zone: Suitable for zones 10 – 11 or can be grown in containers.
– Light requirements: Prefers full sun.
– Soil and water preferences: Thrives in average conditions.
– Quantities available: 15 seeds per packet.
Additional Information:
This African native is known for its rapid growth and evergreen leaves, capable of growing 6’ annually and adding 2” of diameter to its trunk each year. The tree generally blooms at the age of three years. Both the leaves and roots have a good cold tolerance, with leaves hardy to 28-30F and roots hardy to 22F. The large and vibrant flowers make this tree a visually stunning addition to any garden or landscape.