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Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila (Snow gum)
1 hour care
per year
per year
8m
Max height
Max height
4m
Max spread
Max spread
25 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila
Other names
Eucalyptus niphophila, Snow gum, Eucalyptus pauciflora ssp. niphophila
Genus
Eucalyptus Eucalyptus
Species
E. pauciflora subsp. niphophila - E. pauciflora subsp. niphophila is a small, evergreen, tree with grey-green leaves which become longer and narrower with age. It has a flaking, cream, grey and green patched bark. It bears small, white flowers in summer.
Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila is: Evergreen
Fragrance
Leaves are fragrant when crushed.
Tree shape
Bushy, Spreading
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Flower
White in Summer
Foliage
Grey-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
May be affected by suckers.
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General care
Pruning
The removal of damaged, diseased or crossing branches is advised in late winter or early spring.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila (Snow gum) will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 4m after 25 years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Hedging/Screens, Low Maintenance, Specimen tree
Cultivation
Plant in neutral to slightly acidic soil with full sun and shelter when young. Ideal to plant the youngest available specimens in conditions as specified.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila
Other names
Eucalyptus niphophila, Snow gum, Eucalyptus pauciflora ssp. niphophila
Genus
Eucalyptus Eucalyptus
Species
E. pauciflora subsp. niphophila - E. pauciflora subsp. niphophila is a small, evergreen, tree with grey-green leaves which become longer and narrower with age. It has a flaking, cream, grey and green patched bark. It bears small, white flowers in summer.
Native to
Australia
Foliage
Evergreen
Fragrance
Leaves are fragrant when crushed.
Tree shape
Bushy, Spreading
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
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Colour
Flower
White in Summer
Foliage
Grey-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
May be affected by suckers.
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
The removal of damaged, diseased or crossing branches is advised in late winter or early spring.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila (Snow gum) will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 4m after 25 years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Hedging/Screens, Low Maintenance, Specimen tree
Cultivation
Plant in neutral to slightly acidic soil with full sun and shelter when young. Ideal to plant the youngest available specimens in conditions as specified.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 10, Zone 9, Zone 8
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