Lucerne Tree Saplings (Chamaecytisus Palensis) >50cm
R40.00
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Weight: 1 000.00 g
Lucerne Tree / Boom Lusern (Chamaecytisus palensis)
Add a touch of beauty and versatility to your garden with the Lucerne Tree, also known as Chamaecytisus palensis. This drought-resistant, nitrogen-fixing tree is ideal for enhancing soil fertility and providing shade. With its bright yellow flowers and dense foliage, it not only supports pollinators but also serves as an excellent windbreak or fodder source for livestock. Perfect for sustainable gardening and eco-friendly landscaping.
Native to the Canary Islands, this evergreen tree is a fast-growing legume that can reach up to 6 meters in height within 6 years. It is well-suited to cool areas and thrives in well-draining, sandy soil.
Key characteristics of the Lucerne tree:
Growth:
It grows rapidly and can live for over 40 years, making it a long-term investment for farms. Regular pruning stimulates new growth and helps maintain its shape.
Nutrition:
The tree provides nutritious fodder for livestock, with similar protein and food values to ground lucerne (alfalfa).
Environmental Benefits:
As a nitrogen-fixing plant, it enriches the soil and is useful for preventing soil erosion. It also produces flowers that attract bees and seeds that feed birds, supporting local biodiversity.
Uses:
Lucerne trees are used for animal fodder, mulch, and wind protection for pastures and young plants.
