Red Gum

Eucalyptus Camaldulensis

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Overview

Eucalyptus camaldulensis, commonly known as Red Gum, is a majestic, fast-growing tree, reaching up to 180 feet tall. Its smooth, reddish-bark exfoliates in summer, revealing a striking, multi-hued surface. Adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun and provides excellent shade. The lance-shaped leaves offer a refreshing eucalyptus scent, while its white flowers attract pollinators. Requires ample space and minimal maintenance, ideal for expansive landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–10

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — tree for full

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Myrtaceae

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Photos (93)

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — with a canopy spread of up to 80 feet, image 74

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — Red Gums thrive in full sun and cope well with drought once established; offering a nectar-rich resource for, image 75

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — indicative of their Australian origins; adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun and provides, image 76

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — unmistakable bark peels away in strips to reveal a patchwork of grays; with a canopy spread of up to 80 feet, image 77

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — and reddish-browns beneath; offering a nectar-rich resource for local fauna, image 78

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — exhibiting a classic eucalyptus blue-green hue; adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun and, image 79

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — the Red Gum blossoms with white to cream flowers; with a canopy spread of up to 80 feet, image 80

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — offering a nectar-rich resource for local fauna, image 81

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — thus encouraging biodiversity within the garden.<br><br>For designers; adaptable to various soils, it thrives, image 82

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — With its stately presence and seasonal interest; with a canopy spread of up to 80 feet, image 83

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — tree for full; offering a nectar-rich resource for local fauna, image 84

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — commonly known as Red Gum; adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun and provides excellent shade, image 85

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — reaching up to 180 feet tall; with a canopy spread of up to 80 feet, image 86

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — Its smooth, reddish-bark exfoliates in summer, revealing a striking, multi-hued surface; offering a, image 87

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — Adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun and provides excellent shade, image 88

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — The lance-shaped leaves offer a refreshing eucalyptus scent, while its white flowers attract pollinators; with, image 89

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — Requires ample space and minimal maintenance, ideal for expansive landscapes; offering a nectar-rich resource, image 90

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — commonly known as the Red Gum; adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun and provides excellent shade, image 91

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — is an iconic Australian tree favored for its robust form and adaptability; with a canopy spread of up to 80, image 92

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — making it an exceptional choice for landscape designs seeking a blend of aesthetic appeal and practicality, image 93

Red Gum (Eucalyptus Camaldulensis) — tree for full

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