Eucalyptus blakelyi - Blakely's Red Gum

Eucalyptus blakelyi

Blakely's redgum

Description: This species is found native in New South Wales,Victoria, Queensland. The bark is shedding to leave a smooth, white or gray with gray-blue, pink or cream-yellow patches. The shedding bark appears at an early age. The wood is strong and durable and has been used in fencing. Juvenile leaves are ovate, adult leaves are shaped like a lance. The flowers are white and occur in groups of 7 to 11. Food source for Koala browse.

Culture: Clay loams, gravels, loam or sandy loam type soil, pH 5.5 to 6.4, moderate moisture needs.

Uses: Ornamental, Koala browse, attractive shedding bark in different colors.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 8
Type	Single trunk tree to 82' (25 m), lignotuber
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Moderate to Fast
Placement	Sun
Culture	Low to moderate moisture
Native	New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Single trunk tree to 82'
	Attractive shedding bark and bark colors
	Moderate growth rate

Problem Solving Features

	Attractive accent plant or tree
	Low moisture needs
	Sun loving

Pricing - See Price List Here

* Seed germinates best if sown on the surface of the media. Germination 2-3 weeks at 70-75 degrees F. No pre-treatment needed.

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