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Candle Tree (Rothmannia capensis)

Candle Tree (Rothmannia capensis)

SKU: R1651-2

2.5" Pot Size

The fragrance is sweet and reminiscent of gardenia. The form is unique with 3" wide flowers that stand upright on the branches. We are reminded of days gone by when flickering candles would bedeck a Christmas tree. Another unique aspect is that the fragrance lasts even after the flowers have been picked and dried. Blooms spring through fall. NOTE: Plants are seed grown and are slow growers.

Sun Requirements
  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun
Bloom Season
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
Hardiness Zone
  • 10
Plant Type
  • Fragrant
Plant Care

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Drew
Buying my 2nd one, before Logee's runs out of them.

This plant is fantastic. Once it gets to blooming size, it blooms intermittently non-stop in Florida. My first plant, bought about 2 years ago, is about 5 foot tall and bushy with great fragrance when blossoming. I wanted a 2nd plant for the longest time. This plant is rarely offered, since they have to be grown by seed. Get it when it gets offered. you will not be disappointed! Be sure to plant it in acid soil with peat moss and perlite. Also supplemental with an acid fertilizer. I use Water-Soluble Azalea Plant Food, along with Water Soluble Bloom Booster Flower Food, Alternating once a week. It is a slow growing plant, so the wait for the blossoms can be excruciating. But at least i have a full grown one that will lessen the wait.

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