Eucalyptus glaucescens

Also Known As

Tingiringi Gum

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-70'
W: 30'-60'

planting zones

8a-11

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Eucalyptus glaucescens plant details

Eucalyptus glaucescens is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen tree with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucalyptus glaucescens

Plant type: tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 30 FT - 60 FT - wide, 30 FT - 70 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: distinctive bark, fragrant, peeling bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucalyptus glaucescens

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From sub-alpine areas where snow can occur any month, this lovely species has narrow, silvery-blue leaves and peeling white bark. S/M

By: Forestfarm

One of the best of the hardy Eucalypts for our area. This has rounded blue leaves when juvenile and lance shaped leaves when all grown up and responsible. Striking white bark is beautifully displayed with its open growth habit. Loves it dry and is a very fast grower and deer-proof.

By: Far Reaches Farm

One of the most sought after hardy eucalypts, this species is commonly planted for its silvery ornamental foliage. The juvenile leaves are indeed nice, being rounded, very silvery, and closely set on the stems compared to some eucs. As the tree matures, it grows into a large, straight-trunked specimen that tends to have shimmering outer leaves with much darker foliage towards the center the crown. The bark begins silvery on medium to large branches but ultimately matures to a rich, deep tan color, remaining smooth even on very large trees. It is closely related to E. gunnii, but perhaps a little hardier to cold; in fact, it is one of the very hardiest eucs. It can be expected to endure brief drops to -5 to 0 °F when mature. 60'+ Australia.