A native of South Africa, this small tree is noted for its profusion of mauve-pink flowers in late spring and early summer. A good street and park tree, the Cape chestnut (Calodendron capense) is also good in small gardens, growing to 9m and spreading 9m. Given full sun and plenty of space for the crown to develop it will grow into a graceful tree. Plant into well-conditioned soil and water regularly.