Delonix regia (Royal Poinciana / Flame Tree / Flamboyant Tree / Phoenix Flower) | 3 Seeds | £3.49

A deciduous tree endemic to Madagascar, eventually growing to a height of around 20-30 feet within open ground, although staying much smaller if grown as a bonsai: 2-3 ft tall, or eventually up to 6-8 ft within a large pot.

Beautiful, fern-like foliage composed of bright-green leaflets – very attractive even when not in flower or in leaf.

The tree produces a vibrant red and long-lasting flowering display from April to August.

The trees are easy to keep small (if desired) with pruning.  These trees flower fairly young.

Makes an excellent bonsai tree as the roots are very shallow and it is easily dwarfed.

Frost tender and needs to be kept above 7°C.

Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack.

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Genus: Delonix

Species: regia

Synonyms:

Caesalpinia regia
Delonix regia var. genuina 
Poinciana regia 

English name: Royal Poinciana / Flame Tree / Flamboyant Tree / Phoenix Flower

Plant type: Deciduous tree

Eventual height: 2-3 ft as a bonsai; 20-30 ft within open ground

Season of Interest: Vibrant red flowers from April to August; beautiful bare shape over winter

Hardiness: Frost-tender. Protect with fleece when temperatures drop below 7ºC, or bring indoors / grow indoors

Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade (blooms better in full sun)

Soil: Lower fertility, moist and well-drained. Acid to neutral. Water more sparingly during winter, unless growing within a very warm house

Propagation methods:Cuttings, grafting and from seeds

Delonix regia 🌱 Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours. Sow 2cm deep within propagation compost. Keep compost evenly moist at all times at at 20-25°C (68-77°F). A heated propagator is ideal. Non-heated propagators can be placed within direct sunlight in a warm room to trap in heat and humidity. Approx. germination time: 1-3 months.

Caution: Not for consumption. Choking hazard. Keep away from children & pets. Handle with care.

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