Leadwood tree | Combretum imberbe trees for sale

Leadwood is frost sensitive and marginally drought tolerant. It is a slow growing, deciduous tree. Combretum imberbe has greyish colored leaves and a neat up-right trunk. Leadwood is known for its hard and heavy wood, which is sometimes used for interior decoration purposes.  Combretum imberbe has a non-aggressive root system and can be planted in larger gardens. It does well in a large pot - use this method if you want to enjoy it in a small garden. Leadwood is one of the most beautiful Combretums. 

Value to honeybees: Nectar, N0-3;  Pollen, P0-2?;  Flowering months 11-3, (12-1).   (See  blog-post "The bee-value of South Africa's trees" for an explanation of codes)