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    • Photo of Eucalyptus grandis form by Peter Richardson

    Photo by Peter Richardson

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    Eucalyptus grandis

    Also Known As

    • Flooded gum
    • Rose gum

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 130'-260'
    • W: 60'-80'

    planting zones

    • 10b-12

    Eucalyptus grandis plant details

    Eucalyptus grandis is a broadleaf evergreen tree with blue foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucalyptus grandis

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: myrtaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 60 FT - 80 FT - wide, 130 FT - 260 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
    Uses: distinctive bark, long-blooming, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucalyptus grandis

    USDA Zones: 10b - 12
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt

    Gardening facts about Eucalyptus grandis plant

    How to Grow Eucalyptus grandis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Eucalyptus microtheca

    aka Eucalyptus coolabah, Coolibah

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 25'-50'

    Width: 15'-40'

    • sun
    • low - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Eucalyptus microtheca foliage by Stan Shebs
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    Eucalyptus gunnii

    aka Cider Gum

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 30'-80'

    Width: 30'-25'

    • sun
    • dry when dormant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Eucalyptus gunnii flower, foliage by Wouter Hagens
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    Eucalyptus gunnii ssp. divaricata

    aka Eucalyptus gunnii var. divaricata, Cider Gum

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 20'-30'

    Width: 15'-25'

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Eucalyptus gunnii ssp. divaricata foliage by Cistus Nursery
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    Eucalyptus parvula

    aka Eucalyptus parvifolia, Small Leaf Gum, Small-Leafed Gum

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    7b-11

    Size

    Height: 20'-35'

    Width: 15'-25'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Eucalyptus parvula form by Cistus Nursery
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    Eucalyptus perriniana

    aka Spinning Gum

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    7a-11

    Size

    Height: 15'-30'

    Width: 25'-50'

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Eucalyptus perriniana form by Patricia Cunningham
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