This large shrub to small tree has upright branching with an open textured crown. It has broad lanced-shape leaves that are mid to dark green with a rough texture and the small flowers appear in clusters during summer.

Hardiness zones 8 to 10

Trema tomentosa is naturally found in Australia from Queensland to New South Wales growing on the coast in well drained, moderately fertile moist light soils. It prefers a open sunny position and is frost and drought tender.

Native Peach is a fast growing shrub that is commonly found in protected gullies and is planted in small to medium size gardens as quick filler or low screen plant along borders. It establishes in 1 year but may be difficult to obtain requiring a specialised nursery. ID 1182

Trema(TRE-ma) tomentosa(tow-men-TOW-sa)

Ulmaceae(ulm-AY-see-ee)
Elm Family