Eucalyptus youmanii
Youman's gum
A broadleaf, evergreen tree with blue and green foliage and small, cream flowers appearing in spring and summer. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Drought-tolerant once established
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Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Cream | Blue Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue Green Cream | |||
| Autumn | Blue Green | |||
| Winter | Blue Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Genus
Eucalyptus are evergreen trees or large shrubs, often fast-growing, some with attractive bark, most with aromatic foliage, and clusters of small, white, yellow or red flowers
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Prefers well-drained soil but can adapt to a variety of soil conditions. Keep soil on the dry side in summer
Propagation
Propagate by seed at 13-18°C in spring and summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
Pruning group 1, or for the best display of juvenile foliage, Pruning group 7
Pests
May be susceptible to eucalyptus gall wasp and eucalyptus sucker
Diseases
May be susceptible to silver leaf and oedema. Resistant to verticillium wilt
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