This small tree or mallee has multiple trunks with spreading branches that form a rounded crown. It has narrow dark green leathery lanced-shaped leaves and the nodding red flowers appear in a cluster from winter to spring.
Hardiness zones 8 to 10
Eucalyptus nutans is naturally found in Western Australia growing in a restricted region on the coast in well drained moderately fertile moist sandy soils. It prefers an open sunny position and is frost and drought resistant.
The Red-flowed Moort is a shrub to small tree that is grown for its flowers. It is planted in bushland settings or gardens as a specimen. It is also planted in borders or used in exposed positions as a low windbreak and attracts birds. It has a moderate growth rate and attains a height of 2m (6ft) in 5 years.ID 926
Eucalyptus(ew-ka-LIP-tus) nutans(NEW-tans)
Myrtaceae(mir-TAY-see-ee)
Myrtle, Eucalyptus, Clove and Guava Family