Species Australian redcedar

Australian redcedar

Toona ciliata

The Australian Redcedar, also known as Red Cedar or Toona Ciliata, is a tall evergreen tree native to Australia and Indonesia. It typically grows to heights of 30-60 meters, with a straight trunk and spreading conical crown. Its leaves are glossy, dark green, and finely serrated. The bark is thin and grey-brown. Redcedar is valued as a timber for its aroma and attractive reddish-brown color. Its wood is used in furniture, flooring, and decorative accents in homes. It is also harvested for its fragrant oils; its smoke is used in Aboriginal smoke ceremonies. It is also a useful shade tree in warm climates, and it's resilience and fast growth make it an ideal choice for reforestation.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Air Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

9 - 12

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Australian redcedar plants should be watered deeply about every 7 to 10 days. The amount of water given should be adequate enough to moisten the soil of the entire root zone. If the soil is sandy, the plant should be watered more often and if the soil is heavier, then this should be done less often. Water once the soil is dry to a depth of 2-3 inches. Do not over-water, as it can lead to root rot.

sunlight

Australian redcedar (Toona ciliata) is a species of plant that generally prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives best in areas with 8 to 10 hours of direct sunlight each day. This species prefers a warm, humid climate and needs regular watering to keep its foliage bright and vibrant. It can handle some periods of drought, but will require supplemental irrigation during extended periods of dry weather. During cooler months, Australian redcedar should be given some shade from the midday sun to prevent leaves from burning and the plant from suffering from stress.

pruning

Australian redcedar (Toona ciliata) should be pruned lightly throughout the growing season. Pruning in the late winter to early spring will stimulate the growth of new foliage. Pruning during the summer should be done at a minimal rate. Pruning should not involve removing more than 1-third of the plant’s overall mass. Large limbs should be pruned back to a lateral branch or major bud. Branches that cross should be removed, and dead or diseased branches should be taken out completely. It is also beneficial to remove branches that rub against each other, to better shape the plant. Finally, if needed, lightly shear the tips of the lateral branches to keep the plant looking neat.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Toona ciliata typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in October or November.

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