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Eucalyptus erythrocorys

Red-capped Gum

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Description

A beautiful Eucalyptus that has spectacular flowers with interesting red buds which pop open to reveal yellow-green stamens that arrange themselves into clusters. The flowers are large (2-3”) blooms from Fall to Spring and are great for cut flowers. It is drought tolerant and does best with well-draining soil. Growing 25-30' tall and as wide, it generally assumes a multi-trunked from and is fast growing. The curved blue-green leaves are another interesting quality of this tree. It attracts bees and hummingbirds.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Red, Yellow

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Parking Lot

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.