Eucalyptus cordata, commonly known as silver gum, is a spreading branched evergreen tree from the Myrtaceae family. Like other Eucalyptus species, it features fragrant leaves and clusters of small flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it suits coastal and Mediterranean-style gardens, offering architectural interest throughout winter. It is best propagated by seed sown in spring or summer at 13-18°C.

Silver gum (Eucalyptus cordata) is an evergreen tree with fragrant leaves and winter flowers, ideal for coastal and low-maintenance gardens in full sun.

Eucalyptus cordata

Silver gum | Eucalyptus cordata

Eucalyptus dealbata is an evergreen tree cultivar within the Eucalyptus genus, known for its spreading branched habit. It thrives in full sun with a preference for south- or west-facing, sheltered positions. This cultivar grows best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils that are moist but well-drained, with an acid to neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for architectural, coastal, cottage, and Mediterranean-style gardens. It flowers in spring and summer, contributing to its ornamental appeal.

Eucalyptus dealbata is an evergreen tree with a spreading habit, ideal for full sun and sheltered spots, offering architectural interest in spring and summer.

Eucalyptus dealbata

Eucalyptus dives, commonly known as broad-leaved peppermint, is a spreading branched evergreen tree belonging to the Myrtaceae family. As a member of the Eucalyptus genus, it features fragrant leaves and clusters of small flowers, typically appearing in spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south or west-facing aspect and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and suits sheltered positions, making it suitable for architectural, coastal, cottage, and Mediterranean-style gardens.

Broad-leaved peppermint (Eucalyptus dives) is a hardy evergreen tree with fragrant leaves and spring-summer flowers, ideal for coastal and low-maintenance

Eucalyptus dives

Broad-leaved peppermint | Eucalyptus dives

Eucalyptus melliodora, commonly known as yellow box, is a spreading branched evergreen tree within the Myrtaceae family. As a member of the Eucalyptus genus, it is characterised by rapid growth and fragrant leaves, producing clusters of small flowers in spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south or west-facing aspect and prefers sheltered locations with fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils that are moist but well-drained and range from acid to neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for architectural, coastal, cottage, and Mediterranean-style gardens, as well as for cut flowers.

Eucalyptus melliodora (yellow box) is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fragrant leaves, ideal for full sun and low-maintenance coastal or cottage gardens.

Eucalyptus melliodora

Yellow box | Eucalyptus melliodora

Eucalyptus nobilis is a bushy evergreen tree belonging to the genus Eucalyptus, known for its rapid growth and often fragrant leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, ideally facing south or west, and prefers moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for coastal areas and flower borders or beds. It is best planted in well-drained soil in sun or part shade, with propagation by seed sown at 13-18°C during spring and summer. Its season of interest is winter.

Eucalyptus nobilis is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fragrant leaves, ideal for full sun and coastal gardens, adding winter interest.

Eucalyptus nobilis

Eucalyptus pulchella, commonly known as white peppermint gum or white peppermint, is a bushy evergreen tree belonging to the Myrtaceae family. Like other Eucalyptus species, it features fragrant leaves and clusters of small flowers. It thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for planting in flower borders, beds, and coastal areas, offering winter interest. Propagation is by seed sown in spring or summer at 13-18°C.

Eucalyptus pulchella, or white peppermint gum, is a hardy evergreen tree with fragrant leaves and winter flowers, ideal for coastal and sunny flower borders.

Eucalyptus pulchella

White peppermint gum | Eucalyptus pulchella

Eucalyptus radiata, commonly known as narrow-leaved peppermint, is an evergreen tree within the Myrtaceae family. It features a spreading branched habit and thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained loam or sandy soils that are moist and slightly acidic to neutral. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for architectural and coastal gardens, as well as Mediterranean-style and low-maintenance plantings. It is notable for its fragrant foliage and interest during the winter season.

Narrow-leaved peppermint (Eucalyptus radiata) is an evergreen tree with winter interest, ideal for coastal and cottage gardens in full sun and sheltered spots.

Eucalyptus radiata

Narrow-leaved peppermint | Eucalyptus radiata

Eucalyptus saligna, commonly known as saligna gum or Sydney blue gum, is a spreading branched evergreen tree belonging to the Myrtaceae family. As a member of the Eucalyptus genus, it shares the characteristic rapid growth and fragrant leaves typical of these trees. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils that are moist but well-drained, with an acid to neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is notable for its interest in spring and summer, making it suitable for architectural and coastal gardens as well as low-maintenance and Mediterranean-style plantings.

Eucalyptus saligna, or saligna gum, is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fragrant leaves, ideal for full sun and low-maintenance coastal or cottage gardens.

Eucalyptus saligna

Saligna gum | Eucalyptus saligna

Eucalyptus sepulcralis, commonly known as weeping gum, is a bushy evergreen tree belonging to the Myrtaceae family. As a member of the Eucalyptus genus, it shares the characteristic rapid growth and fragrant foliage typical of these trees. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils that are moist but well-drained, and can tolerate acid to neutral pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for coastal planting, flower borders, and beds, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.

Weeping gum (Eucalyptus sepulcralis) is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fragrant foliage, ideal for coastal flower borders in full sun, hardy to RHS H3.

Eucalyptus sepulcralis

Weeping gum | Eucalyptus sepulcralis

Eucalyptus smithii is a spreading branched evergreen tree belonging to the Eucalyptus genus, known for its rapid growth and fragrant leaves. It thrives in full sun with a south or west-facing aspect and prefers sheltered locations with moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils that are acid to neutral in pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for architectural and coastal gardens, as well as Mediterranean-style and informal cottage gardens. This cultivar flowers in spring and summer, adding seasonal interest to low-maintenance landscapes.

Eucalyptus smithii is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fragrant leaves, ideal for full sun and sheltered spots, perfect for coastal and cottage gardens.

Eucalyptus smithii

Eucalyptus viminalis subsp. pryoriana is a spreading, branched evergreen tree belonging to the genus Eucalyptus, known for its rapid growth and fragrant foliage. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils that are moist but well-drained and range from acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for architectural and coastal gardens, as well as Mediterranean-style and informal cottage gardens. It flowers in spring and summer, adding seasonal interest, and can be propagated from seed sown at 13-18°C during spring and summer.

Eucalyptus viminalis subsp. pryoriana is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fragrant foliage, ideal for full sun and low-maintenance coastal or cottage gardens.

Eucalyptus viminalis subsp. pryoriana

Eucalyptus woodwardii, commonly known as lemon-flowered gum, is a bushy evergreen tree belonging to the Myrtaceae family. Like other Eucalyptus species, it is a fast-growing plant with fragrant leaves and clusters of small flowers, here noted for their lemon-yellow colour. It thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils that are moist but well-drained, and can tolerate acid to neutral pH. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suited to flower borders, beds, and coastal locations, offering interest in spring and summer.

Eucalyptus woodwardii, or lemon-flowered gum, is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fragrant leaves, ideal for full sun and coastal flower borders in spring