Lemon Scented Gum - Corymbia citriodora (Warneet) seeds

Lemon-Scented Gum (Corymbia citriodora)
A tall, smooth-barked gum known for its strongly lemon-scented leaves and elegant, upright form.

Quick Facts

• Height: 20–30 m under cultivation, over 40 m in native habitat
• Bark: Smooth, ranging from white, pink, coppery, red, to blue-grey
• Flowering: Important for honey production
• Soil: Tolerates a range of soils; thrives in sandy loam or well-drained gravel
• Climate: Suitable for temperate and tropical regions

Why Grow Lemon-Scented Gum?

• Aesthetic Appeal: Often described as one of Australia’s most beautiful trees, with its striking bark and "reliably vertical" growth habit.
• Versatility: Perfect for streetscapes, large gardens, or windbreaks.
• Fast Growth: Reaches up to 20 m within 10 years, growing up to 2 m per year.

Bush Food Note

• Culinary Uses:
  • Leaves can be dried and ground into powder for citrus dishes.
  • Adds a unique lemony flavor to a variety of recipes.
• Honey Production: Flowers are an excellent nectar source for bees.

Other Uses

• Essential Oils: Leaves produce volatile oil used in cosmetics, medicines, and insect repellents.
• Insect Repellent: The aromatic leaves naturally repel insects.

How to Grow

• Sowing Instructions:

  • Sow seeds directly into containers.
  • Use root-training containers to encourage a strong, well-structured root system.

• Planting and Care:

  • Choose a location with sandy loam or well-drained gravel.
  • Ensure the site has full sun.
  • Minimal maintenance once established, as the tree is drought-tolerant and hardy.

Uses in Your Garden

• Ornamental: Stunning bark and graceful form make it a standout feature tree.
• Practical: Provides shade, wind protection, and supports pollinators.
• Eco-Friendly: Supports honeybees and reduces the need for synthetic insect repellents.

Germination Tips

• Ease: Grows easily from seed with minimal care.
• Timing: Best sown in spring for optimal growth.
• Growth Rate: Rapid growth, up to 2 m per year, achieving significant size within a decade.

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