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Berchemia zeyheri | Red ivory tree for sale | Rooi-ivoor boom

Buy Red ivory trees at prices for various bag sizes: see below.

or contact Sandra

Attributes of Berchemia zeyheri

Red-ivory  (Rooi-ivoor) is a medium-small, evergreen tree with a straight, upright trunk and a dense rounded canopy. It grows fairly slowly, tolerates mild frost and requires modest water. Berchemia zeyheri's root system is only slightly aggressive.  The tree has grey-green leaves, bears inconspicuous flowers and small edible, ellipsoid shaped fruit, turning red-brown when ripe.

For more information on this species go to:

A few gardening ideas for Red Ivory

Berchemia zeyheri's presentation fits the more formal garden. It is an excellent shade tree which attracts many insects and especially fruit-eating birds. The species is well adapted to Gauteng's climate and comes highly recommended for gardens in this region. It is somewhat slow-growing, but is otherwise a no-nonsence, easy grower.

Value to honeybees: Nectar, N0-3;  Pollen, P0-2;  Flowering months 9-12, (10-11).   (See  blog-post "The bee-value of South Africa's trees" for an explanation of codes)

Berchemia zeyheri trees are available in 50L and 100L.  Contact Sandra to confirm their availability and price.

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Berchemia zeyheri (Red ivory) in 50L for sale. 
Recommended retail price-50L 
Specifications:
Height 1.8m+
Trunk 20mm+
Diameter 0.8m+​

R650

Prices exclude VAT and delivery cost. Discount available in accordance with Treeshop's policy.

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