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Intermediate
skill rating |
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12m
max. spread |
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15m
max. height |
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15-20 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Eucalyptus gunnii
Other names: Cider gum, Tasmanian cider tree
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Genus: Eucalyptus
Species: E. gunnii - E. gunnii is a large evergreen tree with peeling cream and brown bark; round, bright glaucous-blue leaves when young, turning grey-green with age; and clusters of small white flowers.
Eucalyptus gunnii is: Evergreen
Flower: White, Insignificant or absent in Summer
Foliage: Grey-green in All seasons
Tree shape: Broadly conical
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Eucalyptus gunnii (Cider gum) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 12m after 15-20 years.
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Suggested uses: Containers, Flower Arranging, Architectural, Sub-Tropical, Foliage only
Cultivation: Plant in slightly acidic soil with full sun and shelter when young. Ideal to plant the youngest available specimens in conditions as specified.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Well-drained, Moist but well-drained |
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Acid, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3) |
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Comment from
gilly webber
I want to keep my eucalyptus low growing - a low bush - have been told can cut down every 2 or 3 years. How low can I safely cut without destroying it?
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- Replies: 2
- Posted: Mon. 9th May 2011 20:11
- Last reply: Tue. 10th May 2011 17:05
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