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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, requires light for germination

Other: Seeds need warmer temperatures to germinate (77°+ F), and take 2-6 weeks to sprout.

Native to: Australia, New South Wales, Queensland

Introduced to: Bangladesh, California, Cape Provinces, China Southeast, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Florida, Kenya, Malawi, Morocco, Peru, St.Helena, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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Introduced

Eucalyptus grandisEucalyptus grandis

Flooded Gum, Grand Eucalyptus, Rose Gum

In Stock: 22.426 lb (Total:22.426lb)

Eucalyptus grandis

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22.43 lb

Details

Germination:

40%

Germination test:

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Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

2,940,000

Quantity:

22.43 lb

Collected in:

India

Crop year:

2021

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1831239

Characteristics

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Reunion

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, requires light for germination

Other: Seeds need warmer temperatures to germinate (77°+ F), and take 2-6 weeks to sprout.

Native to: Australia, New South Wales, Queensland

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Introduced

Eucalyptus grandis, commonly known as Rose Gum or Flooded Gum, stands as one of Australia’s most versatile and productive hardwoods, renowned for its rapid growth and impressive size. Reaching towering heights of up to 180 ft and sometimes even 250 ft, with a straight trunk that dominates the eastern coastal landscapes of Australia, this magnificent tree is not only an icon of native flora but also a stalwart of the timber industry. Its bark is distinctly rough and stringy at the base, transitioning to a smooth, powdery white as you move higher.

Rose Gum adapts to a range of soil types from sandy loams to heavy clays, proving its resilience and robustness. It plays a crucial role in general construction, offering timber for paneling, flooring, and joinery, while its aesthetic pink to red-brown heartwood is celebrated in fine furniture and decorative applications. With moderate durability and a straight grain, it also finds usage in boat building and structural plywood. Although not termite-resistant, its sapwood is immune to lyctid borers, further enhancing its appeal in various industries.

Beyond its commercial value, Eucalyptus grandis contributes to ecosystem balance, serving as a valuable food source for pollinators and enhancing biodiversity. Its grand presence and utilitarian value make it a prized possession for plantations, ensuring its availability for future generations and sustaining the timeless legacy of this majestic tree.