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Tree | Eucalyptus sideroxylon rosea Red-flowering Ironbark |
Description | This Australian native tree is indigenous to eastern Australia. It has distinctive, very dark brown to black coloured bark which is deeply furrowed and does not shed. The dramatic bark provides contrast to the foliage which is blue-grey-green mix in colour. From winter to early spring, pink to red flowers are borne in clusters of seven. |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Form | Oval |
Mature Size | 15 x 6-10m |
Uses | A great tree that can be used in streetscapes and avenue planting. Creates great habitat for native fauna. This tree creates a great habitat for native fauna and is a valuable source for honey production. |
Position & Soil | Prefers full sun and will tolerate most soils. Can grow in very infertile soil. A hardy tree that can grow in areas of very little rainfall but can also tolerate high rainfall. |
Features | Large Evergreen Oval Avenue Bird Attracting Coastal Feature Bark Feature Flower Native Shade Tree Signature Trees Specimen |
Pot sizes in production |
• 40cm/27L (1.2-1.5m) |
Substitutes |
• Eucalyptus forrestiana • Eucalyptus torquata • Eucalyptus tricarpa |
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