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Melia azedarach Caroline

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Botanical Name: Common Names:

Melia azedarach Caroline White Cedar, Chinaberry Tree, Bead Tree, Cape Lilac, Persian Lilac, Indian Lilac,

Native: Foliage Type:

Yes Deciduous

Plant Type: Plant Habit:

Trees Rounded

Description:

Rounded, dense,deciduous tree with a rounded habit growing 10m tall x 4m wide. Glossy green foliage turns yellow in autumn before shedding. Clusters of spring flowers are a pale lilac and yellow/brown berries follow the flowering period. Often used in streetscapes, avenues or as a shade tree. Berries are harmful if eaten. Used in timber production.

Mature Height: Mature Width:

4-10m 4-10m

Position: Soil Type:

Full Sun Any

Landscape Use(s)

Borders / Shrubbery, Courtyard, Formal Garden, Verge

Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care

Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well

Family Name: Origin:

Meliaceae Australia

Characteristics

Foliage Colour: Green

Flower Colour: Purple

Flower Fragrant: No

Flowering Season: Spring

Fruit: Yes

Requirements Tolerances

Growth Rate: Moderate

Maintenance Level: Low

Water Usage: Medium / Moderate

Drought: Medium / Moderate

Frost: High

Wind: High

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