About
A broadleaf, evergreen tree with blue and green foliage and small, cream flowers appearing in spring and summer. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Drought-tolerant once established.
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, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spreadwider than 8 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationPrefers well-drained soil but can adapt to a variety of soil conditions. Keep soil on the dry side in summer
PruningPruning group 1, or for the best display of juvenile foliage, Pruning group 7
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 and oedema. Resistant to verticillium wilt