Xanthostemon chrysanthus ‘Fairhill Gold’ – Golden Penda

Xanthostemon chrysanthus golden penda 'Fairhill Gold'

Xanthostemon chrysanthus 'Fairhill Gold'

Normally Xanthostemon is a spectacular golden flowering rainforest tree, but ‘Fairhill Gold’ is a dwarf form growing to 3- 4 metres tall and 1-2 metres wide, a good size for gardens and landscaping. Suits frost free areas, and while it can be grown in cooler temperate areas, flowering may be erratic and the plant will be less vigorous. The trusses of bright golden yellow flowers are borne in summer and autumn, and are good for nectar feeding wildlife. The foliage is attractive when the tree is not flowering, with the leaves being large and glossy on a well shaped plant. Best in a sunny spot in well drained and moist soils. It can be pruned to size if desired, and can be grown in large containers.

Family : Myrtaceae

Cultivar Name: Fairhill Gold

Plant Type : Large shrub

Width : 2

Flowering Time : Summer, Autumn

Soil Type : Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Tropical, Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Erosion control

Scientific Name: Xanthostemon chrysanthis

Common Name : Golden Penda

Height : 4

Flower Color : Yellow

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Not frost tolerant

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects