Corymbia maculata
SPOTTED GUM
Myrtaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: second line salt wind, light frost
45m
Plant habit
 
30m

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Pruning: Retain only one main trunk.

 
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Corymbia maculata
SPOTTED GUM
Myrtaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: second line salt wind, light frost
45m
Plant habit
 
30m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in white

Flowering Time: late winter to late spring

Bark & Stems: blue-grey & white-pink mottled bark


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, coastal & bush designs

Uses: shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: bird attracting



HAZARDS

Weed Potential: yes






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