Bolusanthus speciosus

Tree wisteria

An attractive deciduous tree with mauve, sweetpea-like flowers all around it.

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Bolusanthus speciosus
Common Name	Tree wisteria
Also Known As	Vanwykshout
SA Tree No	222
Tree Type	Deciduous
Attracts
Features	Shade Tree, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season	Spring
Focal	No
Fragrant	Yes
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season
Growth Rate	Medium >250mm, Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH	5 – 8
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam, Clay
Suitable Garden Size	Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

Low maintenance, drought-resistant tree that makes the most attractive focal point in your garden. To create a vibrant noticeable effect, plant this tree with Delonix or Beuhinia galpinii.

Suitable for indoor or container planting and can be used as a street tree, for office complexes and schools. Protected species in South Africa.