Eucalyptus cernua (E.nutans) - Red-flowered Moort

Eucalyptus cernua

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Eucalyptus nutans
Red-flowered Moort

Description: A small, dense shrub 6 to 8' with large, crimson, white tipped flowers in spring.
It has gray, mottled bark and shining foliage and the buds and pods are usually nodding and red in color. This species makes an excellent pot plant in colder areas. Found native in West Australia, in the Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun area. Prefers well-drained soil and low humidity.

Uses: Ornamental plantings, shade, honey production.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 9
Type	Small specimen to 5 m, mallet
Flower Color	Crimson red
Growth Rate	Slow
Placement	Sun
Soil Type	Loam, clay-loam
Soil Moisture (minimum)	350 mm (14") per year
Native	West Australia
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Small species only to about 8'
	Attractive red flowers
	May be suitable for large container plant

Problem Solving Features

	Small size excellent for container plant
	Low maintenance
	Slow growth rate
	Low moisture needs
	No fertilizer needed
	Good for arid areas

Pricing - See Price List Here

*Seed germinates easily with normal methods.

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