Eucalyptus pulchella

Also Known As

White Peppermint

Plant type

tree

size

H: 40'-50'
W: 25'-40'

planting zones

8a-11

Eucalyptus pulchella plant details

Eucalyptus pulchella is a broadleaf evergreen tree with blue foliage. In summer cream and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucalyptus pulchella

Plant type: tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 25 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in summer
Uses: distinctive bark, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucalyptus pulchella

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pulchellus' means beautiful in Latin and its use here aptly describes this elegant rounded tree to 50' with long, pendulous, highly aromatic, willowy leaves which smell of peppermint when crushed. Smooth silvery-white bark on mature specimens contrasts beautifully with the dark-green leaves; this species coppices well and so can be kept small for pots or gardens with limited space; tolerates coastal conditions. S/M-D

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Garden photo gallery of Eucalyptus pulchella

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Gardening facts about Eucalyptus pulchella plant

How to Grow Eucalyptus pulchella

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant