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Summer planting
Contrary to popular opinion, summer planting is fine as long as adequate water is provided throughout any prolonged dry periods. This allows you to take advantage of increased summer growth.
Planchonella costata
Height: 6m;  Spread: 6m
Tawapou (Tree)
Most attractive coastal tree with glossy foliage and handsome red-orange berries (autumn). Frost tender. Synonym Pouteria costata or P. novo-zelandica.
» Click here for more detailed information on Planchonella costata...
» For a landscaping perspective on Planchonella costata see this article by O2 Landscapes ...
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Amuch better photo than my previous one!
New growth on Oakley Creek