About
It is one of the most widely used eucalypts in flower arranging. A slow-growing, compact evergreen tree, reaching 3-4m (10-13ft) in height, making it more suitable to grow in smaller gardens, than many other eucalypts. Both the juvenile and adult foliage is round and an intense silver blue. The foliage and stems have a very strong eucalyptus aroma. Flowers are white and appear in winter and spring.
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 typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationGrows best in full sun and a mildly acidic to neutral soil that is moist but well-drained, but will also tolerate mildly alkaline soil. 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