Eucalyptus

Silvery eucalyptus leaves dance in the breeze, and the aromatic leaves and bark smell like a blend of menthol and sage. The tan to orange bark peels, exposing smooth, silky wood underneath. Despite its arid "down under" origins (eucalyptus hails from Australia), the tree thrives in consistently moist, well-drained soil. In colder climates, grow eucalyptus in patio containers, then move indoors for the winter.

Light:

Sun

Zones:

8-10

Plant Type:

Tree

Plant Height:

50-160 feet tall

Plant Width:

10-70 feet wide

Landscape Uses:

Containers,Beds & Borders,Privacy,Slopes,Groundcover

Special Features:

Flowers,Attractive Foliage,Fragrant,Winter Interest,Cut Flowers,Dried Flowers,Attracts Birds,Attracts Hummingbirds,Attracts Butterflies

Top Varieties

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Silver dollar gum

Eucalyptus polyanthemos is an evergreen with silvery foliage. It grows 80 feet tall and 40 feet wide. Zones 9-10
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Propagation

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Seed