Erythrina Lysistemon "Coral Tree" 20Liter

Botanical Name: Erythrina lysistemon
Common Names: Coral Tree, Lucky Bean Tree

📌 Product Description

Erythrina lysistemon, commonly known as the Coral Tree, is a striking indigenous tree famous for its brilliant scarlet-red flowers that appear in late winter to early spring. These vibrant blooms are borne on bare branches, creating a dramatic and eye-catching display.

This fast-growing tree has a distinctive thorny trunk and branches, along with a spreading canopy that provides light shade. It is well adapted to South African conditions and is widely used in gardens and landscapes for its ornamental value and ecological benefits.

Coral Tree is ideal for adding bold seasonal colour and attracting birds to the garden.

📏 Size When Fully Grown

Height: 6 – 12 m
Spread: 5 – 10 m
Growth Habit: Medium-sized deciduous tree
Growth Rate: Fast

🌱 Best Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerant of a range of soil types

Water:

• Water regularly during establishment
• Drought tolerant once established
• Avoid prolonged waterlogging

Feeding: Not required; benefits from occasional compost

Maintenance:

• Prune to shape and remove dead wood
• Thorny branches—handle with care
• May lose leaves in winter (deciduous)
• Generally low maintenance

🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

Best Planting Time: Spring to summer
Active Growth: Spring to summer
Flowering Season: Late winter to early spring
Climate Suitability: Well adapted to most regions of South Africa, including dry areas
Chill Requirement: Low

🌼 Additional Benefits

• Striking red flowers
• Indigenous and water-wise
• Attracts birds and pollinators
• Fast-growing
• Provides light shade

🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Feature tree
✔ Indigenous gardens
✔ Wildlife-friendly planting
✔ Shade tree
✔ Large landscapes