Xanthostemon chrysanthus – Golden Penda Glory in Full Bloom 💛🌿
 
Lush, tropical, and bursting with golden brilliance, Xanthostemon chrysanthus — commonly known as Golden Penda — is a spectacular Australian native prized for its large clusters of bright yellow, fluffy flowers. Blooming from spring through autumn, it creates a vivid display that attracts birds, bees, and butterflies in droves. 🐝🦜🌼
 
Its glossy, dark green leaves and naturally dense, rounded form make it ideal as a feature tree, screen, or showy addition to native and tropical-style gardens. Adaptable and fast-growing in warm climates, Golden Penda is a stunning way to inject long-lasting colour and pollinator action into your landscape. ☀️🍃
 
Mature Size:
🔸 Height: 4 – 8 m (can be pruned to size)
🔸 Width: 3 – 5 m
Why You’ll Love It:
💛 Massive golden pom-pom flowers from spring to autumn
🌿 Glossy, evergreen foliage with dense habit
🦜 Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies
🌱 Great for feature planting, hedging, or street trees
🌞 Fast-growing and loves the heat and humidity
 
Care Tips:
Plant in a sunny to partly shaded position in well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment. Prune lightly after flowering to shape and promote dense growth. Feed with a low-phosphorus fertiliser in spring. Mulch well to retain moisture and protect roots.
 
Xanthostemon chrysanthus brings bold colour, lush foliage, and wildlife to your garden — a radiant choice for year-round tropical style. 💛🌿