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Sterculia Colorata

Sterculia Colorata 'Firmiana Colorata' - Bonfire Tree For Sale

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Info:

  • Common name: Bonfire Tree
  • Scientific name: Sterculia colorata 'Firmiana colorata'
  • Family: Malvaceae
  • Origin: East Asia
  • Type: Deciduous tree
  • Hardiness: USDA zones 6-9
  • Height: 30-50 feet
  • Spread: 20-30 feet
  • Bloom time: Late spring to early summer

Plantation:

  1. Location: Choose a location with full sun or partial shade.
  2. Soil: The tree thrives in well-draining, fertile soil, and can tolerate a range of soil types, including loam, sand, and clay.
  3. Spacing: Plant the tree 20-30 feet apart to allow for proper growth and air circulation.
  4. Planting Time: The best time to plant is in early spring or fall when the soil is workable.

Growing:

  1. Watering: Water regularly during the first year of establishment, then reduce to when the soil begins to dry out.
  2. Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring and late fall for optimal growth.
  3. Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring, removing dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
  4. Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of the tree to help retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds.

Care:

  1. Pest and Disease Control: Monitor for pests such as aphids, caterpillars, and scale insects. Treat infestations with appropriate insecticides or biological controls. Watch for diseases such as leaf spot and canker; remove affected branches and apply fungicides as needed.
  2. Winter Care: Protect young trees from harsh winter conditions by wrapping the trunk in burlap or using tree guards.
  3. Support: Stake young trees for the first few years to encourage straight, strong growth.

Benefits:

  1. Ornamental Value: The Bonfire Tree provides striking visual interest with its vibrant, showy flowers and unique, peeling bark.
  2. Shade Provider: With its large canopy, the tree offers shade and a pleasant resting spot during hot summer days.
  3. Wildlife Attraction: The tree's flowers attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, while its seeds provide food for various bird species.
  4. Air Purification: As with many trees, the Bonfire Tree helps improve air quality by removing pollutants and producing oxygen.