Flame Tree

Flame Tree is delightful, but dangerous

Flame Tree is a delightfully colourful tree with its flame coloured flowers. However we learn to regret having planted it when it starts to shed its thorn laden branches, often quite dangerously. Removing it is hard work. However, our Cut'n'Paste MetGel Weed Gel is there to help. The metsulfuron-laden gel makes short work of rendering the stump inactive after cutting and pasting and preventing any regrowth. If there are any roots showing above the ground these should also have a layer of bark scaped off and treated with gel.

🌳 Leaves: Variable—young trees have deeply lobed leaves, while mature trees have simple, ovate leaves.
🔥 Flowers: Bright red, bell-shaped, clustered together when the tree sheds its leaves.
🌱 Seed Pods: Large, boat-shaped, dark brown pods with yellow seeds inside (covered in irritating hairs).
🌲 Size & Shape: Can grow up to 30m tall, with a straight trunk and a spreading canopy.

Removing it is hard work. However, our Cut’n’Paste MetGel Weed Gel is there to help.

The metsulfuron-laden gel makes short work of rendering the stump inactive after cutting and pasting and preventing any regrowth.

If there are any roots showing above the ground these should also have a layer of bark scaped off and treated with gel.

Important Notes:

⚠️ Safety Warning: MetGel and Picloram / Picloram Plus+ have significantly more residual soil activity than the glyphosate gels, and can move through ground moisture. MetGel has a soil half-life of roughly 30–90 days, and Picloram roughly 2–6 months, perhaps longer in clay soils. Do not use either near desirable non-target plants, within the root zone of prized trees, or around waterways and wetlands.
When using MetGel or Picloram, never apply it inside the drip line (canopy edge) of prized trees or broadleaf garden plants. On flat ground, keep a 3 to 5-metre safety buffer. On sloping ground where the weed is uphill from desirable species, extend that buffer to 5 to 10 metres.
Weeds often grow along streams and in gullies. If you’re working near waterways, use Bamboo Buster. Do not allow any weed gel to enter the water.
Only treat weeds / target plants / trees that are on your property, or that you have permission to treat. Be aware that some species might have protection status or have a notable status, or be a designated scheduled tree under the district plan – if in doubt, check with your local council.
Safety First: Wear gloves and protective clothing and observe all safety protocols, especially when using machinery, chainsaws and other tools.
When using any herbicide ensure you READ THE LABEL THOROUGHLY, and follow all instructions and directions for the purchase, use and storage of the product.
If in doubt, seek professional advice.