Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum - Evergreen Trees Direct
Evergreen Trees Direct

Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum

5.0
Size: 700L
Sale price$5,400.00

Angophora costata – Sydney Red Gum is a striking, large Australian native tree renowned for its smooth, mottled bark and expansive canopy. Reaching heights of 20–30 metres, it makes a dramatic impact in parks, rural properties, and large gardens. The bark sheds in irregular patches to reveal stunning tones of pink, orange, and red—one of the most visually distinctive traits of Angophora costata – Sydney Red Gum.

Its dense, spreading crown of broad, lance-shaped green leaves offers ample shade, while the profusion of white flowers in late spring to early summer supports birds, bees, and pollinators. Hardy and drought-tolerant once established, Angophora costata – Sydney Red Gum thrives in coastal areas, poor soils, and full sun with minimal maintenance.

Whether used for habitat planting or as a stand-alone specimen, it looks excellent in large-scale landscapes, combining visual appeal with ecological resilience.

 

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About This Tree

Botanical Profile

Explore the essential characteristics and growth habits of this plant, curated to assist you in making an inspired and confident choice for your landscape.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height

20 m – 30 m

Mature Width:

15 m – 25 m

Expected Growth Pear Year

50 – 80 cm/year

  • Medium Growth Rate
Evergreen/ Deciduous

Evergreen (foliage year round)

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Sunlight Tolerance
  • Full Sun
Form & Shape

Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum is considered:

  • Spreading
  • Broad
  • Rounded
  • Upright
Australian Native?

Yes

Flowering Information

Flower Colour: White

Flower Type:

  • Clustered

Flowering Period

  • Spring
  • Summer
Foliage Type / Shape
  • Broad

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Here Is What Customers Like You Frequently Ask

FAQ

Q. What is Sydney Red Gum best used for?
A. It’s ideal as a large feature tree, especially in parks, rural properties, or large gardens where space and visual impact are needed.

Q. How tall and wide does it grow?
A. It can grow up to 20 – 30 m tall and spread 15 – 25 m wide, with a broad, shady canopy.

Q. What’s unique about its bark?
A. The smooth, mottled bark peels in patches, revealing colours from pale pink to deep red, making it highly ornamental.

Q. Is it drought tolerant?
A. Yes — once established, it adapts well to dry conditions and coastal exposure.

Q. Does it attract wildlife?
A. Yes — the white flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, attracting bees, birds, and native pollinators.

Q. What kind of foliage does it have?
A. Broad, lance-shaped green leaves forming a dense, shady crown.

Q. Does it need much maintenance?
A. No — it’s low maintenance, needing only occasional pruning or care during establishment.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Hedging & Screening: 3 m – 4 m – Suitable for rural shelter planting

Feature Tree: 6 m – 8 m – Provides fast vertical coverage and shade

Avenue Planting Trees: 6 m – 8 m – Used for large-scale, upright avenues

How to Plant Angophora costata - Sydney Red Gum

How to Plant Angophora costata

  1. Location Selection: Choose a location with abundant sunlight and enough space for mature growth.
  2. Soil Preference: Adaptable to various soil types but prefers well-draining ones.
  3. Digging: Excavate a hole approximately twice the size of the root ball.
  4. Planting: Position the tree in the hole, fill with soil, and firm down gently.
  5. Initial Watering: Saturate the soil thoroughly post-planting.

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

  • 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
  • 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
  • 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
  • 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
  • 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
  • 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
  • 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
  • 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
  • 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
  • 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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