{"product_id":"silk-handkerchief-tree-maniltoa-lenticellata","title":"Silk Handkerchief Tree - Maniltoa lenticellata","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilk Handkerchief Tree (\u003cem\u003eManiltoa lenticellata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a tropical rainforest tree from Far North Queensland that grows to about 10m to 12m tall and 6m wide in gardens. Its claim to fame is the new growth, which hangs in weeping tassels of pale pink to white, like silk handkerchiefs draped over the branches. It is a shade and feature tree for medium to large frost-free gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeeping tassels of new growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large clusters of pale pink to white new leaves hang like flowers, then harden to glossy dark green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal flowers as well.\u003c\/strong\u003e True spring flowers are white, fringed and fruit-scented, and emerge straight out of the branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree seasons of interest.\u003c\/strong\u003e The new growth, the spring flowers and then large oval brown seedpods give the tree something to show for much of the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood for wildlife.\u003c\/strong\u003e The flowers attract bees and butterflies, and they are pollinated by mammals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast, then steady.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows fast to a good size and slows down after that, which suits a new garden that needs height while other plants catch up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade tree for large gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow about 6m of clear space around it, and keep it away from buildings and paths. The dense canopy casts excellent shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature tree.\u003c\/strong\u003e The weeping new growth deserves a clear view, so place it where you can see it from a deck, a path or a window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstablishing height in a new garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast early growth makes it a good choice for getting height and maturity into a new garden quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Silk Handkerchief Tree in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, in a frost-free, humid position. It loves humidity and plenty of water or rain, so it suits tropical and frost-free subtropical gardens. It is not a plant for frost-prone areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep, mulched soil that holds moisture and drains freely suits it. Mulch keeps the roots cool through the humid months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and regularly while it establishes, and keep up the water in dry spells, because it loves plenty of water or rain. A slow release fertiliser in spring supports the early growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow plenty of space for its mature size, unless you plan to hard prune it regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Silk Handkerchief Tree as tube stock (a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly), in 140mm pots in packs of 10 and as single 300mm pots. Tube stock is the low cost way to start, the 140mm pots suit a group planting, and the single 300mm pot gives a head start on a feature spot. Plant out soon after arrival, mulch well and expect steady growth in warm, humid weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock is supplied by our grower, and supply comes and goes. A sold out tube simply means the grower has none today, so press the notify button on the page and we will email you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-native-trees\"\u003eAustralian native trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/feature-trees\"\u003eFeature trees for large gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eTropical plants for warm gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-canopy-trees-to-create-shade\"\u003eThe best shade trees for Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a frost-free climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a tropical rainforest tree that loves humidity, so it suits tropical and frost-free subtropical gardens. In frosty or dry regions, choose a different shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 10m to 12m tall and 6m wide in a garden. Allow plenty of room, or plan to prune it hard regularly if space is tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the tassels the flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The weeping tassels are new leafy growth in pale pink to white. The true flowers appear in spring, are white and fringed, and come out of the branches, followed by large oval seedpods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790856454463,"sku":"MAN-LEN-tube","price":34.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790856519999,"sku":"MAN-LEN-140MM-P10","price":396.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":67790856552767,"sku":"MAN-LEN-300MM","price":158.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/silk-handkerchief-tree-maniltoa-lenticellata.jpg?v=1792209536","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/silk-handkerchief-tree-maniltoa-lenticellata","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}