About
A slow-growing, dwarf form of this species eventually reaching around 8m (27ft) with smooth, cream to white bark with cinnamon and pink shades. The juvenile foliage is blue-green and ovate, while the adult foliage is sickle-shaped and blue green. Young growth and foliage is moderately aromatic when crushed. White, honey-scented flowers are produced in summer.
About the genus
Eucalyptus are evergreen trees or large shrubs, often fast-growing, some with attractive bark, most with aromatic foliage, and clusters of small, white, yellow or red flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height4-8 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants
FragranceFlower, Foliage
Care notes
CultivationGrows best in full sun and a mildly acidic to neutral soil that is moist but well-drained. Able to withstand cold temperatures when mature, but shelter from cold, drying winds especially when young. See eucalyptus cultivation
PruningPruning group 1 or, for best juvenile foliage, pruning group 7 For more information see Eucalyptus: pruning
PropagationPropagate by seed at 13-18°C in spring and summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to eucalyptus gall wasp and eucalyptus sucker
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to silver leaf, oedema and honey fungus