Eucalyptus grandis

Common Name: Flooded Gum

Height: Above 15 metres.

Spread: 10 metres.

Habit: Large tree.

Family: Myrtaceae

Foliage: Dark green in colour, with a smooth edge.

Flowers: During winter, white in colour.

Other features for identification: Bark has a smooth appearance.

Soil preferences: pH of neutral to acid. Fertilise at plant out with 10gm of 18:2.6:10 N.P.K slow release. Prefers moist, well drained soils. 

Cultural tolerances: Requires full sun. Moderately resistant to drought and frost; tender to salt winds. Wind tolerance – can be placed in the second line of a wind break.

Maintenance requirements: Low. Add a 9 month fertiliser in spring.

Uses:      Firewood & Timber

Other: High fire risk, with moderate post fire regeneration. Has a tendency to drop limbs.

Propagation: By seed.