The Brachychiton rupestris, also known as the Queensland Bottle Tree, is a striking and unique tree native to Australia. It's named for its distinctive swollen trunk, which stores water and gives it a bottle-like appearance. The Queensland Bottle Tree can grow up to 20-40 feet tall (6-12 meters) and 20-30 feet wide (6-9 meters) in the ground, but will grow much less in a container
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Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
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Soil: Well-draining soil is essential to prevent root rot. It can tolerate a variety of soil types but thrives best in slightly acidic to neutral soil.
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Watering: Once established, it's drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering. Water regularly until the plant is established, usually for about 12 weeks.
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Temperature: Hardy to around 15-20°F (-6 to -9°C)