WA CHRISTMAS TREE - INSTRUCTIONS - Unique in the world. One of WA’s most spectacular trees, covered in stunning golden flowers in Summer. Slow growing tree to 7m....... WHEN TO SOW - In warm areas or in a glasshouse sow seeds at any time. In frost prone areas sow when danger of frost is over....... WHERE TO GROW - Full sun. Any well-drained soil type but prefers sandy soil....... SOWING - Use plain sand or sterile seed-raising mix - bacteria and fungi in unsterilised garden soils can rot these seeds. Once sprouted this is no longer a problem. Sow seeds on the surface of the soil in individual containers or sow together in a pot. Keep seeds moist in a cool shady spot to germinate (about 4 weeks). Protect from snails and slugs during germination and in seedling stage....... CULTIVATION - Plant each seedling into permanent position when large enough to handle and plant a host - any small perennial - 20cm away. This tree is semi-parasitic, gaining some nutrients through small root collars attached to the roots of other plants. This does not harm host plants. Water regularly. As the tree grows its roots will find a permanent host....... Contents - Approx. 8 - 10 seeds