Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Spectacular Monthly Tree - Sideroxylon inerme

Although we have many tree species at our nursery that are looking spectacular at any given time, we feature just one tree in particular every month that we know will offer you the best value for money and that will add that special touch to your landscape project. 

Sideroxylon inerme is the only species of this genus that occurs in South Africa where it enjoys protected status. This beautiful shade tree can reach a great age, the most famous one being the magnificent “post office tree” in Mossel Bay which is estimated to be over 600 years old and has been proclaimed a national monument. The White milkwood has a dense, widely spreading crown with beautiful glossy, dark green leaves which are lighter green underneath. The gnarled and twisted stem makes this superb tree an absolute winner as an interesting garden subject. The small, insignificant flowers are greenish-white while the fruit is single seeded, purplish black and berry-like and much favoured by birds. The wood makes an excellent general purpose timber as it is strong and durable while the bark and roots are used medicinally.


Botanical Name
Sideroxylon inerme
Common Name                White milkwood
Bag Size 50 lt
Quantity Available 150
Average Tree Height
& Trunk Thickness
2.2 - 2.5m 
2.5 - 3cm 





Should you require any further information, such as pricing details or should you wish to place an order, please contact Rudi on 082 829 5543 or Leske on 072 385 0270. Alternatively you are welcome to email us with your enquiry at info@treeco.co.za.
 
Looking Good List for July 2010


TreeCo provides our readers with a downloadable, updated Looking Good List every month.
Please note that should you not find the tree that you are looking for on this list, TreeCo will readily source what you require, on your behalf. Rudi and Leske Neethling personally ensure that all trees supplied by TreeCo, conform to our high quality standards.
Please CLICK HERE to download our latest Looking Good List.
 
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