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Lacebark

Brachychiton Discolor

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Overview

The Lacebark tree (Brachychiton discolor), reaching heights of 30–45 ft with a canopy spread of 15–30 ft, is renowned for its showy pink flowers and striking mottled bark. This semi-evergreen species thrives in USDA zones 9-11, preferring well-drained soils. Its moderate growth rate and drought tolerance make it an attractive, low-maintenance choice for landscapes seeking vertical interest and seasonal color.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 10–11
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — The Lacebark tree (Brachychiton discolor)

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Malvaceae

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Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — The blooms are roughly 1 to 2 inches in diameter; this semi-evergreen species thrives in USDA zones 9-11, image 73
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — attracting pollinators to the garden.<br><br>Following its splendid flowering period; this semi-deciduous tree, image 74
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — the tree develops boat-shaped seed pods that are equally ornamental; attracting pollinators to the, image 75
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — starting off green and maturing to brown; remember to include room for vertical and horizontal growth when, image 76
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — adding more interest to the winter landscape.<br><br>For optimal growth; this semi-evergreen species thrives in, image 77
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — the Lacebark should be planted in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade exposure; this semi-deciduous, image 78
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — It is relatively drought-tolerant once established; attracting pollinators to the garden.<br><br>Following its, image 79
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — making it a sturdy option for a variety of landscape designs; remember to include room for vertical and, image 80
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — Remember to include room for vertical and horizontal growth when aligning this tree within a planting design, image 81
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — pink flowers in the garden; this semi-deciduous tree typically reaches heights of 30 to 50 feet with a spread of, image 82
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — tree with pink blooms; attracting pollinators to the garden.<br><br>Following its splendid flowering period, image 83
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — tree for full or half; remember to include room for vertical and horizontal growth when aligning this tree, image 84
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — The Lacebark tree (Brachychiton discolor); this semi-evergreen species thrives in USDA zones 9-11, preferring, image 85
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — reaching heights of 30‚Äì45 ft with a canopy spread of 15‚Äì30 ft; this semi-deciduous tree typically reaches, image 86
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — is renowned for its showy pink flowers and striking mottled bark; attracting pollinators to the, image 87
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — This semi-evergreen species thrives in USDA zones 9-11, preferring well-drained soils; remember to include room, image 88
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — Its moderate growth rate and drought tolerance make it an attractive; this semi-evergreen species thrives in, image 89
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — low-maintenance choice for landscapes seeking vertical interest and seasonal color; this semi-deciduous tree, image 90
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — scientifically referred to as Brachychiton discolor; attracting pollinators to the garden.<br><br>Following its, image 91
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — is a standout specimen within the landscape; remember to include room for vertical and horizontal growth when, image 92
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — thanks to its dynamic foliage and showy flowers; this semi-evergreen species thrives in USDA zones 9-11, image 93
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — Native to the subtropical regions of northeastern Australia; this semi-deciduous tree typically reaches heights, image 94
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — this semi-deciduous tree typically reaches heights of 30 to 50 feet with a spread of 15 to 30 feet; attracting, image 95
Lacebark (Brachychiton Discolor) — dark green leaves that span 4 to 8 inches long; remember to include room for vertical and horizontal growth when, image 96

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