This Red Flowering Gum forms a tight rounded shape with thick, dark green foliage which lighter in colour on the undersides. The trunk is rough and dark brown, and in summer a profusion of brightly coloured flowers appears, making quite a statement when in full flower. Following this grand floral display, large urn shaped gumnuts appear. Growing to 15m, it is often used in parks and streetscapes and thrives best in well-drained soils.
| Common Name | Red Flowering Gum |
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| Form | Round 138 |
| Mature Size | 15 x 10m |
| Family | Myrtaceae 132 |
| Genus | Corymbia 23 |
| Species | Ficifolia 11 |
| Uses |
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| For parks and gardens. Is also useful as a street tree. |
| Position & Soil |
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| Prefers full sun and well drained soils. |
| Contract Growing |
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