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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:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.