Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum

• Feature Tree
• Shade Tree
• Avenue Planting
• Rural Property Planting
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum works in an:

• Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 20m - 35m Approximately

Mature Width: 10m – 15m

Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum is expected to grow Approx. 1 – 1.5 m per year.

Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum is expected to grow Approx. 1 – 1.5 m per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Fast Growth Rate

Is Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum frost tolerant?

Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

• Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
• Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Corymbia citriodora produces clusters of small creamy-white fluffy flowers from summer into early autumn. These soft blooms sit lightly along the fine branches, creating a subtle seasonal display that contrasts beautifully with its smooth white trunk and aromatic foliage.

Does Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Summer

Flower Type:

• Fluffy

Flower Colour:

White

Yes

Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum is Native to Eastern Australia, particularly Queensland and northern New South Wales, where it grows naturally in open forests and woodlands.

Its nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and beneficial insects, while its tall evergreen canopy provides shelter and perching habitat for small birds. The smooth trunk and aromatic foliage also support a range of insects, enhancing overall garden biodiversity.

Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Corymbia citriodora performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It can struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged soil unless significantly improved with organic matter and coarse material to increase drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures and develops its characteristic high drought resilience.

Is Corymbia citriodora - Lemon Scented Gum Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Corymbia citriodora develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry, coastal and exposed environments, maintaining its tall, elegant form with minimal supplementary watering.