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Red-flowering Gum

Corymbia ficifolia, Myrtaceae

Zones
9–11
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Growing Conditions

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Perennial PeanutArachis pintoi
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision
Coast BanksiaBanksia integrifolia
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Greenleaf DesmodiumDesmodium intortum

Eucalyptus family trees produce compounds that inhibit nitrogen-fixing legumes

Industrial HempCannabis sativa

Eucalyptus family trees produce allelopathic compounds that inhibit broadleaf crops

Common Questions

What zones does Red-flowering Gum grow in?

Red-flowering Gum grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Red-flowering Gum?

Good companions for Red-flowering Gum include Perennial Peanut, Coast Banksia.

Design guilds with Red-flowering Gum and see companion relationships visually.

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