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Erythrina crista-galli

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An open tree in warm climates, a woody based perennial in cool climates. Branches bear stout spines, leaves green on spiny stems. Long racemes of deep red pea-like flowers.

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Cock’s Comb,Common Coral Tree. An open tree in warm climates, a woody based perennial in cool climates. Branches bear stout spines, leaves green on spiny stems. Long racemes of deep red pea-like flowers. Max Height 6m to 9m. Max Spread 3m to 4m. Flowers June to September. Full sun. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.

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Erythrina

Species

crista-galli

Varietry
Common Name

Cock's Comb, Common Coral Tree

Flower Colour

red

Soil

Fertile

Aspect

Full sun

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

6m, 9m

Family

Leguminosae

Spread

3m, 4m

Growth Speed
Growth Habit

Open

Fragrance

FALSE

Foliage Colour

green

Flowers From

June, September

Colour Fruit
Fruits When
Moisture

Moist, Well drained

Protection

Sheltered site

Hardiness

Frost hardy

Planting

Water thoroughly before planting

Care

Provide a deep winter mulch

Border

Warm wall, Specimen

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