Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum

• Shade Tree
• Rural Property Planting
• Revegetation or Regeneration
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum works in an:

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

Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 20m - 45m Approximately

Mature Width: 15m – 25m

Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum is expected to grow Approx. 1 – 2 m per year.

Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum is expected to grow Approx. 1 – 2 m per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Fast Growth Rate

Is Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum frost tolerant?

Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red 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

Eucalyptus camaldulensis produces clusters of small creamy-white fluffy flowers from late spring into summer. These soft blooms sit along the fine branchlets and create a subtle seasonal display that pairs well with its distinctive smooth, patchy trunk.

Does Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Winter
• Spring

Flower Type:

• Fluffy

Flower Colour:

White

Yes

Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum is Native to Native to Australia, where it is the most widespread eucalypt, naturally occurring along rivers, floodplains, and wetlands across the continent.

Its nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and a broad range of beneficial insects. The large canopy provides vital habitat, shade and nesting sites for small birds, while its shedding bark supports insects and microfauna that contribute to a healthy, biodiverse ecosystem.

Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Eucalyptus camaldulensis performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. Although naturally adaptable, it may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained ground unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support strong growth, structural stability and outstanding drought performance.

Is Eucalyptus camaldulensis - River Red Gum Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established the River Red Gum develops exceptional drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry inland and coastal environments and maintains its tall, spreading canopy with minimal supplementary watering, even in challenging conditions.