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Tree Angophora costata Smooth-barked Apple Myrtle, Rusty Gum

 

 

 

 
Description This attractive Australian native Angophora (syn. Eucalyptus) is loved for its smooth bark that is slightly purple in colour. It has large and twisted limbs and a very large expanded trunk base. It bears white flower clusters in spring. This tree has opposite leaves compared to alternate leaves as seen in eucalypt tree varieties. It has beautiful red new growth.    
Foliage
Evergreen
   
Form
Broad-domed
   
Mature Size 20 x 12m    
Uses A great tree for sandy dry areas. Great for parks and often seen in forest plantings. Appealing in large gardens and is great for native fauna habitat.    
Position & Soil Will tolerate most soils and conditions but especially likes sandy soils. Prefers a full sun position.    
Features    
Pot sizes
in production		 • 40cm/27L (1.5-1.8m)
• 100L (2.8-3.2m)
    
Substitutes • Corymbia citriodora
• Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' (syn. 'Dwarf Pink')
• Corymbia maculata
• Corymbia maculata 'ST1' Lowanna
• Corymbia maculata 'ST2' Toombah
• Eucalyptus camaldulensis
• Eucalyptus cladocalyx nana
• Eucalyptus viminalis
    
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