Festival Bush
Ceratopetalum Gummiferum
Overview
Ceratopetalum gummiferum, commonly known as the Festival Bush or NSW Chris™as Bush, is an evergreen Australian native that captivates with star-shaped, cream flowers that morph into vibrant calyces, resembling festive confetti. This plant typically ranges from 10-20 feet in height and spreads to about 5-10 feet. It thrives in well-drained, acidic soil, enjoys full sun to partial shade, and is adaptable to pruning, making it an excellent choice for structured landscape designs.
Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 12–16 Ft.
- Mature width
- 6–8 Ft.
Classification
- Family
- Cunoniaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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