Widely seen around Perth and southern Western Australia, this bushy eucalypt offer stunning flowers in distinctive yellow and red. The flowers first form as waxy, bright red flowerpods which open to show golden-yellow stamens. Easy to grow and good for windbreaks or as a shade tree. We recommend the use of Wildflower Seed Starter Granules for improved germination rates and speed. These granules provide chemicals normally found in bushfire smoke that stimulate native seed germination. NOT AVAILABLE TO TAS/WA/SA DUE TO QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS Plant Height: 5m

How to Sow Seeds

Growing notes: Sow in warm areas anytime. In frost prone areas when danger of frost is over. Fill pot or seed tray with moist sandy soil, wet thoroughly and compress. Sow seeds on the surface and cover lightly to twice the thickness of the seeds. It is beneficial to add Wildflower Seed Starter Granules to soil surface. Keep moist. Place in a warm shady position to germinate fully. Transplant to individual containers when large enough to handle. Plant out to permanent position when about 20cm (8in) high. Water in well and water regularly during first summer. Use a light application of organic or slow release fertilizer. Prune after flowering to improve shape or height.

Growing Needs

Sunlight: Shade
Water requirement: Moderate

Plant Characteristics

Suitable for small spaces: Yes
Suitable for pots / containers: Yes
Easy to grow: Yes