A large shrub to small tree with large glossy dark green leaves with a light green reverse with reddish new foliage during the warmer months of the year. Outstanding terminal display of large red flowers which are nectar rich, attracting hordes of birds at flowering time. Prefers a well drained soil in a sunny position.
Note– this plant produces large gumnuts which can be a slipping and tripping hazard when they drop
Plant Type - Small tree
Common Name - Flowering Gum
Scientific Name - Corymbia hybrid
Family - Myrtaceae
Cultivar Name - Summer Red
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Minimum Height - 3
Maximum Height - 5
Minimum Width - 3
Maximum Width - 4
Flower Colour - Red
Flowering Time - Summer
pH Level - Neutral
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Potting mix
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Flower garden, Cold climate, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Spreading
Life Span -
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained
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Frost Tolerance -
Plant Usage -
Special Uses - Decorative fruit, Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Nectar eating birds, Other insects
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