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Eucalyptus erythrocorys

Red-Cap Gum

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

10-30', Sickle shaped grass green leaves. Has strong central leader. Square red cap tops each bud. In summer, large lemon yellow clusters.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Width Range

Flower Color

Red, Yellow

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Patio

Special Uses

Screen, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.