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Eucalyptus macrocarpa

Also Known As

Rose of the West

Plant type

tree

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

9b-11

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Eucalyptus macrocarpa plant details

Eucalyptus macrocarpa is a broadleaf evergreen tree with white foliage. In spring and summer pink and red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, hummingbirds 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 lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucalyptus macrocarpa

Plant type: tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen white
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: big flowers, cutting garden, menthol-scented

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucalyptus macrocarpa

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Eucalyptus macrocarpa is one of several Mallee Eucalyptus that we grow. All are well-behaved and have numerous features that endear them to gardeners. This lanky character stops everyone in their tracks with its monster gold-tipped, red flowers contrasted against the ghostly leaves. The woody fruits are fun for floral design, crafts, or for throwing at folks who think all Eucalyptus are invasive pests plotting to take over the world.

By: Waltzing Matilija

STUNNING large, almost white, powdery oval leaves to 5” long would create a thrilling look even if this very rare shrub/small tree Eucalyptus never bloomed... but then it does - with enchanting, HUGE blooms (most often red, but sometimes pink) to 7” across! You want hummers? You’ll get hummers! Growing to a multi-branching size of only 8’-10’ tall/wide, it’s so worth trying to find a place for it in a low-water garden. Although it can grow into a somewhat erratic shape, it takes quite readily to pruning & can be easily coaxed into a single-trunked small tree. Adaptable to moist soils, but do add amendments to solid clay soil. Great cut flowers with menthol-scented foliage. Hardy to 20 °F.