Blakely's Red Gum (Eucalyptus Blakelyi) is a perennial tree in the Myrtaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
A small to medium-sized eucalyptus tree native to eastern Australia, known for its smooth, patchy bark and dull green to grey-green leaves.
Blakely's Red Gum
Eucalyptus Blakelyi
A small to medium-sized eucalyptus tree native to eastern Australia, known for its smooth, patchy bark and dull green to grey-green leaves.
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