Brachychiton x acerifolius 'Griffith Pink'

Common Name: Griffith Pink Brachychiton

Description: Brachychiton x acerifolius 'Griffith Pink' is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Australia, renowned for its vibrant pink, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The tree features a dense, conical canopy of glossy, lobed green leaves, providing year-round shade and visual interest. Its compact size and striking floral display make it an excellent choice for urban landscapes, parks, and gardens in Melbourne, Australia. 'Griffith Pink' thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, demonstrating drought tolerance once established. It is also fire-retardant and attracts birds, enhancing local biodiversity. Regular pruning can help maintain its shape and promote a healthy structure.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 5–8 meters
• Width: 2–3 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Pink

Key Attributes:

• Australian native
• Drought Tolerant
• Bird Attracting
• Fire Retardant
• Suitable for Urban Planting
• Evergreen

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Grevillea (Grevillea spp.)
• Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos spp.)
• Bottlebrush (Callistemon spp.)
• Lomandra (Lomandra spp.)
• Westringia (Westringia fruticosa)

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public via the following link. 

Brachychiton x acerifolius 'Griffith Pink'