Stenocarpus sinuatus – Wheel of Fire for Fiery Native Impact 🔥🌿
 
Striking, sculptural, and unmistakable, Stenocarpus sinuatus — commonly known as the Wheel of Fire — is a bold Australian native tree famed for its spectacular scarlet-orange flower clusters arranged like spoked wheels. Blooming in summer and autumn, these dramatic blooms stand out brilliantly against its rich green, glossy foliage. 🌺🌳
 
Perfect as a feature tree in larger gardens or public landscapes, this rainforest native combines ornamental elegance with a strong vertical presence. Slow-growing but long-lived, the Wheel of Fire brings seasonal colour, native wildlife, and tropical structure to your garden. 🐝🦜🔥
 
Mature Size:
🔸 Height: 10 – 12 m (smaller in cultivation)
🔸 Width: 4 – 6 m
 
Why You’ll Love It:
🔥 Showy scarlet-orange ‘wheel’ flowers in summer and autumn
🌿 Glossy, dark green foliage with a tropical look
🦜 Attracts birds and beneficial pollinators
🌱 Excellent feature tree or native specimen
🌞 Hardy in warm climates and low-maintenance once established
 
Care Tips:
Plant in a sunny to partly shaded position with well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Water regularly while young; drought-tolerant once established. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape if needed. Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
 
Stenocarpus sinuatus brings dramatic flowers, lush foliage, and native brilliance — the perfect centrepiece for tropical, native, or feature gardens. 🌺🌿