Corymbia 'Summer Red' (Flowering Gum 'Summer Red')

Corymbia 'Summer Red' (Flowering Gum 'Summer Red') is a stunning small tree prized for its brilliant red blooms and attractive evergreen foliage. A hybrid from the popular Summer Series, this grafted variety combines the vivid flowers of Corymbia Ficifolia (Red Flowering Gum) with improved adaptability from Corymbia Ptychocarpa (Swamp Bloodwood). Its lush green leaves form a dense canopy, making it an excellent feature tree for smaller gardens, streetscapes, or public spaces. The showy clusters of crimson flowers appear in summer, attracting birds, bees, and other pollinators.

The compact, rounded shape of Corymbia 'Summer Red' (Flowering Gum 'Summer Red') makes it ideal for urban settings where space is limited. It thrives in full sun and tolerates a wide range of soils, provided they are well-drained. With its high drought tolerance once established and relatively low maintenance requirements, this tree is a fantastic choice for adding year-round interest and vibrant colour to gardens. Though bred for better performance in humid areas, it still prefers temperate to warm climates.