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Eucalyptus woodwardii

Also Known As

Lemon Flowered Mallee

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-40'
W: 15'-30'

planting zones

8b-11

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Eucalyptus woodwardii plant details

Eucalyptus woodwardii is a broadleaf evergreen tree with blue foliage. In spring, summer and winter yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and koala making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucalyptus woodwardii

Plant type: tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucalyptus woodwardii

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

VERY popular as a street tree or large shrub in Australia, gorgeous "Lemon Flowered Mallee" explodes into a stunning display of long-lasting, bright lemon yellow bloom, from late Winter to Summer. Small to medium in size, reaching 15'-20', its weeping branches & red stems hold attractive 7" smoky-silver, leathery lance-shaped evergreen, menthol scented leaves. Displayed in large clusters, each fluff-ball bloom is a good 2" across (!) & these are followed by fantastic, frosty grey, nipple-shaped seed pods which are quite nice in dried arrangements. VERY DROUGHT TOLERANT, fast growing & carefree - it even tolerates moderate frost - just provide decent drainage. To maintain as a shrub, prune back in its second year by 1/3, then again every year thereafter. Total bee magnet!