Red Silk Cotton Plant (Non Fruiting)

Bombax ceiba (Red Silk Cotton Tree) Plant – 6 Months Old

A spectacular tropical flowering tree admired for its brilliant scarlet-red blooms, impressive upright growth and striking appearance. At approximately 6 months old, these healthy plants are well established and ready to be planted into their permanent position where they can develop into magnificent specimen trees.

Plant Age: Approximately 6 months old, grown from seed.

Origin: Tropical and subtropical Asia, including India, China and Southeast Asia.

Growth Habit: Fast-growing deciduous tree reaching 20–40 metres at maturity with a broad spreading canopy. A stunning feature tree for large gardens, parks and lifestyle properties.

Climate: Thrives in warm temperate, subtropical and tropical climates. Prefers frost-free conditions when young but becomes more tolerant as it matures. Best suited to warmer parts of New Zealand or protected locations.

Flowers: Produces spectacular large scarlet-red flowers during late winter to early spring before the leaves emerge, creating a breathtaking display that attracts birds, bees and other pollinators.

Foliage: Attractive bright green palmate leaves provide lush summer shade before falling during winter dormancy.

Growth: Fast-growing under warm conditions with fertile, well-drained soil and regular watering while establishing.

Care: Prefers full sun, fertile free-draining soil and regular watering during establishment. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.