Corymbia ficifolia/Red Flowering Gum, Flowering Gum, Scarlet Flowering Gum
Heavy, leathery foliage
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Heavy, leathery foliage
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Scientific Name:
Corymbia ficifolia
Common Name:
Red Flowering Gum, Flowering Gum, Scarlet Flowering Gum
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
9, 10, 11
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Height:
10-15 feet
Spread:
5 - 10 feet
Bloom time:
Spring, Summer
Flower color:
Red
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Dry
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Low
Maintenance Level:
Low
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Comments:
This tree grows well in Southern California. Cannot tolerate freezing temperatures. Noted for it blue-green foliage and showy red to purple-red flowers. Some positive remarks about the tree although it can be messy due to falling leaves, twigs, and bark.
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