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Tree | Corymbia maculata Spotted Gum |
Description | This is a stately native Corymbia (syn. Eucalyptus) which grows straight and tall. The bark sheds in summer and is smooth and cream in colour with grey spots from the older bark, providing contrast and interest with its mottled appearance. The leaves are dark green and glossy and from autumn to winter, small clusters of fragrant white flowers appear attracting birds and honeybees to the area. Note: Not to be confused with the "Red Spotted Gum" which is listed separately. |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Form | Oval |
Mature Size | 30 x 10m |
Uses | A highly valued ornamental tree commonly used in large gardens and parks and is known for not dropping limbs. Ideal habitat for native fauna. |
Position & Soil | Adaptable to most soils this tree prefers to grow in full sun and is also drought and frost tolerant. Soils must be well drained. |
Features | Giant Evergreen Oval Avenue Bird Attracting Coastal Feature Bark Feature Foliage Native Shade Tree Signature Trees Specimen |
Pot sizes in production |
• 40cm/27L (1.5.2.0m) • 50cm/52L (2.1-2.6m) • 100L (2.5-3.0m) |
Substitutes |
• Angophora costata • Corymbia citriodora • Corymbia eximia • Corymbia maculata 'ST1' Lowanna • Eucalyptus camaldulensis • Eucalyptus cladocalyx nana • Eucalyptus mannifera • Eucalyptus mannifera maculosa • Eucalyptus viminalis |
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