There's 'Snow in Summer' at the Botanic Gardens

Come and see the Commersonia Bartramia – Brown Kurrajong which is often called "Snow in Summer".

This delightful small tree is fast growing and suitable for the average backyard. A feature of this tree is the mass of creamy flowers borne from December to March, followed by chestnut-like spiky seed capsules. Sporadic flowering also occurs most of the year.

Usually found along creek lines, Brown Kurrajong prefers a moist position in full sun or partial shade.

Renowned for speedy growth, it's not unusual for these trees to grow several metres in their first year.

They will usually only grow to 10 metres full height. Use this tree to obtain an almost instant canopy or windbreak – but due to their fast growth, these trees are often 'at their best' for the first 10 years of
their life.

You'll find the Brown Kurrajong in many sections of the Gardens including the Tropical Shade Garden, Finch Hatton Gorge Waterway Garden, Buffer Forest & Regional Forest Gardens of the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.

Contact: Maya Harrison

Phone: 49527300

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