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Gum Tree (Cider Gum)
Eucalyptus gunnii
This form of the popular eucalyptus is a magnificent tree with flaking bark in shades of grey, cream, green and brown. It has silvery-blue, rounded young leaves that give way to long, glaucous, sickle-shaped adult foliage. This is a fast growing, hardy variety that bears beautiful creamy-white blooms when if flowers in July to October. Prefers a position in full sun where a neutral to slightly acidic, moist soil is available. The plant is very easy to care for, as it requires minimum pruning and attention. Eventual height is 25 metres with a potential spread of 10 metres, although this can be easily controlled with annual pruning.
Position:
Prefers Full sun
Soil:
A neutral to slightly acidic soil that doesn't dry out
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Flowering Period:
July to October
Flower Colour:
Creamy-white
Other Features:
Flaking bark in shades of grey, cream, green and brown. Also has silver-blue, rounded young leaves and sickle-shaped adult foliage.
Hardiness:
Fully hardy: stands a temperature down to -15°C
Garden Care:
This plant requires very little pruning if grown as a tree. Simply remove any dead, damaged, diseased and crossing branches in late autumn or winter. To encourage young growth to develop the stems can also be pruned back to two or three buds above the base in early spring. Lots of well-rotted garden compost should be incorporated into the planting hole and it should be staked firmly.
Eventual Height: 25m
Eventual Spread:
10m
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2 litre pot |
60-80cm |
£7.55 |
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