Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink'

• Feature Tree
• Shade Tree
• Rural Property Planting
• Avenue Planting
• Council or Civic Landscapes
• Street Tree

Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' works in an:

• Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 8m - 12m Approximately

Mature Width: 4m – 6m

Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 70 cm per year.

Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 70 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Fast Growth Rate

Is Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' frost tolerant?

Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

• Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
• Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Brachychiton ‘Griffiths Pink’ produces masses of soft to mid-pink bell-shaped flowers from late spring into summer. The blooms gather in generous clusters along the branches, creating a highly ornamental, feminine seasonal display that brightens the canopy and surrounding garden.

Does Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring
• Summer

Flower Type:

• Bell-shaped

Flower Colour:

Pink

Yes

Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' is Native to A hybrid between Brachychiton populneus (Kurrajong) and Brachychiton discolor (Lacebark Tree), both native to eastern Australia. ‘Griffith Pink’ is a selected ornamental hybrid bred for its abundant pink flowers and adaptability.

Its nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, butterflies and native bees, while the canopy provides shelter for small birds. The woody seed pods also support insects and seed-eating wildlife, making it a valuable contributor to a biodiverse garden ecosystem.

Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Brachychiton ‘Griffiths Pink’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It can become stressed in heavy clay or poorly drained ground unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then provide deep, occasional watering as the tree matures and develops its characteristic high drought resilience.

Is Brachychiton populneus x discolor 'Griffiths Pink' Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering, but once established Brachychiton ‘Griffiths Pink’ develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry conditions and maintains strong flowering and foliage health with minimal supplementary watering.