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 10–10Climate Subtropical

Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — The Firewheel Tree, or Stenocarpus sinuatus, is an evergreen native to Australian rainforests

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Proteaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — Inform clients of its low maintenance requirements and the potential wildlife benefit, image 50

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) — red flowers in the garden; approximately 3 to 4 inches in diameter

Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — tree with red blooms; or in multiples to create an opulent screen.<br><br>When integrating into a garden

Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus Sinuatus) — tree for full; as the flowers attract a variety of pollinators

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) — It features glossy, deep green leaves and is renowned for its showy, wheel-shaped, red to orange flowers

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