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Firewheel Tree

Stenocarpus Sinuatus

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Overview

The Firewheel Tree, or Stenocarpus sinuatus, is an evergreen native to Australian rainforests. It features glossy, deep green leaves and is renowned for its showy, wheel-shaped, red to orange flowers. This ornamental tree reaches heights of 20-50 feet with a canopy spread of 15-30 feet. Ideal for zones 10-11, it prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Adds a dramatic, tropical flair to landscape designs.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 10–10Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — This ornamental tree reaches heights of 20-50 feet with a canopy spread of 15-30 feet

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Proteaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — deep green leaves that are sinuous and lobed; tree for full
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — as the flowers attract a variety of pollinators; this ornamental tree reaches heights of 20-50 feet with a canopy
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — are set against a backdrop of glossy
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — The Firewheel Tree, or Stenocarpus sinuatus, is an evergreen native to Australian rainforests; ideal for, image 55
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — Although it is relatively drought-tolerant once established; so care should be taken in cooler regions.<br><br>The
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — It is named for its vibrant, fiery red, wheel-shaped flowers which bloom prominently from summer to autumn
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — These distinctive blossoms; commonly referred to as the Firewheel Tree
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — with a canopy that can extend to roughly 15 to 25 feet wide
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — It is a moderately fast grower and can be used as a magnificent feature plant; the Firewheel Tree, or Stenocarpus
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — It is a moderately fast grower and can be used as a magnificent feature plant
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — The Firewheel Tree, or Stenocarpus sinuatus, is an evergreen native to Australian rainforests; ideal for zones 10-11
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — Inform clients of its low maintenance requirements and the potential wildlife benefit, image 50
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — lending a textured appearance to the foliage.<br><br>Growing to an average height of 30 to 45 feet; is an eye-catching
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — red flowers in the garden; approximately 3 to 4 inches in diameter
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — or in multiples to create an opulent screen.<br><br>When integrating into a garden; it is named for its vibrant, fiery
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — or in multiples to create an opulent screen.<br><br>When integrating into a garden
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — approximately 3 to 4 inches in diameter
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — lending a textured appearance to the foliage.<br><br>Growing to an average height of 30 to 45 feet
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — Adds a dramatic, tropical flair to landscape designs
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — the Firewheel Tree makes a striking addition to any landscape design; it is also frost sensitive
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — it thrives in well-draining soil and prefers a position that receives full sun to partial shade
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — It features glossy, deep green leaves and is renowned for its showy, wheel-shaped, red to orange flowers; are set
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — Inform clients of its low maintenance requirements and the potential wildlife benefit
Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — It features glossy, deep green leaves and is renowned for its showy, wheel-shaped, red to orange flowers
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