Corymbia maculata variegata ‘Ribbons of Hope’ – Spotted Gum

Corymbia maculata spotted gum ribbons of hope

Corymbia-maculata 'Ribbons of Hope'
Corymbia-maculata 'Ribbons of Hope'

‘Ribbons of Hope’ is a great new landscaping gum tree with gorgeously variegated foliage- older leaves are green with a broad cream edge, and the new growth is blush pink. A head turning plant, and very hardy for most situations. Good for a broad range of soils, and is cold, heat and drought hardy. It has masses of white flowers in winter and spring, which attract nectar loving birds. It grows to around 12 metres tall, and 5 metres wide. Good for sun to part shade.
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Family : Myrtaceae

Cultivar Name: Ribbons of Hope

Plant Type : Small tree, Large tree

Width : 5

Flowering Time : Spring, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Open foliage, Spreading, Variegated

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Street tree, Erosion control, Honey producing plant, Bird nesting plant, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Corymbia maculata variegata

Common Name : Spotted Gum

Height : 12

Flower Color : White

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Cold climate, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates heavy frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects

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Corymbia maculata variegata ‘Ribbons of Hope’ – Spotted Gum