Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus preissiana, or Bell Fruited Mallee, is a compact, ornamental mallee eucalypt. Its umbrella-like leaf canopy consists of oval, blue-green, blunt-tipped leaves and bell-shaped seed pods. The standout feature of this native tree would have to be its bright, cheerfully yellow flowers, which bloom into a burst of stamens from winter to summer. The mallee is suitable for roadside plantings, screens and shade trees.

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types.
Conditions: Full sun. Moderately drought tolerant and lightly frost-tolerant. Pollution and coastal hardy - though hard to maintain in tropical climates.
Size: Height 3m x width 2m

Corymbia Wildfire Grafted is a hardy, compact Australian native with a brilliant display of fiery red flowers throughout the summer months, providing an abundance of food for nectar-loving birds. This variety forms a dense canopy consisting of numerous branches and large, glossy dark green foliage which is highlighted by the lighter green undersides of the leaves. During the warmer months, new foliage emerges with a reddish tinge. Wildfire makes an ideal native specimen tree in most garden sizes and thrives in streetscapes, parks and as a screen or avenue tree.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Best grown in a temperate climate with low humidity.
Size: Height 6m x width 4m

Eucalyptus torwood is a striking ornamental gum tree prized for its vibrant summer display and graceful form. A naturally occurring hybrid of Eucalyptus torquata and Eucalyptus woodwardii, it combines the best features of both parents, producing masses of large, showy blossoms in shades ranging from soft yellow and orange through to vivid scarlet-red. Flowering mainly during summer, though often extending beyond this period, Torwood provides an excellent nectar source for birds, bees, and other beneficial insects, bringing movement and wildlife into the garden. Its attractive canopy and moderate size also make it a superb shade tree for larger gardens, parks, and rural landscapes

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Drought, frost and coastal tolerant. Prefers areas of lower rainfall.
Size: Height 8m x width 6m

In summer, the canopy of the Corymbia Summer Beauty is covered in eye-catching, musk stick-pink flowers. The gorgeous blooms are a magnet for nectar-loving birds, butterflies and bees. Summer Beauty forms a dense canopy of dark green foliage providing shade throughout the hot months. Its combination of bold flowers, glossy foliage, and wildlife-attracting qualities make it a popular choice among gardeners and nature enthusiasts alike. Well-suited to street plantings and any home garden.

Soil: Well-drained soil
Conditions: Full sun. Tolerant of coastal conditions and light frosts.
Size: Height 3-5m x width 3-4m

Baby Citro™ Corymbia is a grafted compact form of the beautiful Lemon Scented Gum with a white trunk, fragrant foliage and dense growth habit. Baby Citro is a broad evergreen tree with long, fragrant leaves that hang pendulously from arched branches. In summer, small, white flowers are displayed in clusters adding to the visual appeal. This is a bird-attracting tree, excellent for avenue plantings or parklands.

Soil: A wide range of well-drained soils.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought, frost, pollution and drought tolerant.
Size: Height 5-6m x width 4-6m

A spectacular compact flowering gum, Corymbia Baby Orange is prized for its dazzling clusters of vivid orange blooms that smother the tree from late spring into summer. The brilliant flowers attract nectar-loving birds and pollinators while creating a vibrant seasonal display against the elegant gum foliage. Baby Orange develops a dense, rounded canopy with a refined branching habit, making it ideal for smaller gardens, courtyards, streetscapes and large decorative pots. As the flowers fade, they give way to oversized ornamental gum nuts that add further interest and texture. With its compact size, prolific flowering and striking colour, this hardy native tree is perfectly suited to coastal, contemporary and Australian native landscapes where a bold feature tree is desired.

Soil: Tolerant of most soil types
Conditions: Full sun to semi-shade. Drought, coastal and light frost tolerant.
Size: Height 3-4m x width 3m