About
Eucalyptus nitens, the shining gum, is a tall, fast-growing evergreen tree with smooth, white to grey, peeling bark and shining, aromatic foliage. A handsome specimen tree for a large, sheltered garden or parkland planting.
About the genus
Eucalyptus are evergreen trees or large shrubs, most native to Australia, often fast-growing with attractive, often peeling or mottled bark, aromatic foliage and clusters of fluffy white, yellow or red flowers. Grown as specimen trees, hedges or coppiced for foliage in gardens and parks.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitSpreading branched
FoliageEvergreen
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants
Native toshining
Fragrancearomatic foliage and white flowers. A handsome specimen tree for a sheltered
Toxicitylarge garden.,Eucalyptus are evergreen trees or large shrubs
Care notes
CultivationPrefers neutral to slightly acidic soil that does not dry out, but will tolerate most soil types. Requires a sunny situation with shelter from cold drying winds. See eucalyptus cultivation
PruningPruning group 1 or, for best juvenile foliage, pruning group 7 6895,eucalyptus-nitens,Eucalyptus nitens,shining gum,Eucalyptus nitida
Propagationthe shining peppermint
Pest resistanceis an evergreen eucalyptus with smooth
Disease resistanceornamental bark