Variegated Talisay

Tree-only retail ranges from ₱9,000 for 2-3 ft entry-tier specimens to ₱300,000+ for 14 ft+ heritage-tier premium specimens. Mid-tier 6 ft specimens (the most common HNW residential order) are ₱45,000 to ₱55,000. Volume discounts apply only at multi-specimen orders (5+ specimens) for resort or estate projects. Delivery and crane installation quoted separately.

Both are Terminalia mantaly. Regular African Talisay (the green species) is the standard avenue tree across Ayala and Megaworld developments, sourced at 6-7 ft to 14-16 ft for ₱5,500 to ₱11,500. Variegated Talisay is a slow-growing rare cultivar of the same species with pink, white, and green variegated foliage; it commands 5-30x premium pricing depending on size due to rarity, cultivation time, and statement-grade positioning. Both share the tiered horizontal branching form.

Three factors: cultivation time (the variegated cultivar is significantly slower-growing than the green species, so a 6 ft specimen represents 8-12 years of cultivation), rarity (commercial Philippine supply of variegated mantaly is significantly smaller than the green species), and statement-grade positioning (specimens are typically sold as single architectural focal points rather than mass plantings). The cost reflects accumulated growing time, sourcing difficulty, and per-piece selection process.

Yes for 4-5 ft specimens and larger. We photograph available trees with full dimensions, crown character notes, color depth assessment, variegation pattern, and condition. Catalog sent for client selection. You reserve with deposit. Most premium-tier clients prefer to view shortlisted specimens in person at the partner yard before final selection.

Direct from 3-5 specialist tree growers across Luzon who cultivate the variegated cultivar seriously. Production-grade specimens (2-5 ft) come from established nurseries with 10-15 years of cultivation. Premium specimens (8 ft+) come from older nursery stock and occasional releases from private estates that cultivated the cultivar 20+ years ago. Sourcing is selection-driven rather than spec-driven.

Specimens up to 8 ft transport on flatbed trucks with crown wrapping for protection. 10 ft and larger specimens require crane truck loading at origin and crane placement on site. We coordinate the full logistics chain. Lead time for 10 ft+ specimens runs 4-12 weeks for selection, photographing, transport coordination, and placement. Site requirements: 4 m overhead clearance, firm ground for crane outriggers.

Same as green Terminalia mantaly: thrives in Philippine lowland tropical climate with full sun and good drainage. Full sun is essential for variegation development; trees in partial shade lose the pink and white character. The variegated cultivar is slightly less salt-tolerant than the green species, so direct beachfront placement is not recommended. Otherwise, performs well across most CALABARZON, Visayas, and Mindanao landscape contexts.

Yes. Variegated Talisay shares the pool-safe character of the green species: minimal leaf drop, no fruit, non-aggressive root system within 3 m setback. The pink and white foliage adds dramatic visual contrast against pool architecture, particularly striking at sunrise or sunset when the variegated leaves catch angled light.

Young specimens (2-3 ft) often have subtler pink and white character; the dramatic variegation develops more strongly as the tree matures and produces full crown growth. Full sun is essential. Trees in partial shade revert to mostly-green foliage. The pink and white character is most pronounced on new growth flush during active growing season.

Yes. Variegation is genetic, not light-dependent or graft-dependent. Pruning does not affect the cultivar character. New growth from pruning cuts will continue to produce variegated foliage. Standard maintenance pruning (only dead, damaged, or crossing branches) is recommended; the species naturally maintains its tiered form without aggressive pruning.

Standard lead time is 3-6 weeks for 2-5 ft production-grade specimens. 6-10 ft tier orders require 4-8 weeks for selection, photographing, reservation, and crane scheduling. Premium 12-14 ft and heritage 14 ft+ specimens require 8-16 weeks given the rarity and selection process. Project-specific schedules confirmed at quote stage.

If a properly-installed tree (planted by us or per our written planting protocol) fails within 30 days due to nursery-side issues such as root ball damage, undisclosed disease, or transport stress, we provide a free replacement at the same tier. Failures from improper post-planting care, weather events, or site drainage issues are not covered. Standard for all B2B orders.