Eucalyptus gregsoniana
Wolgan snow gum
A slightly tender evergreen spreading shrub with long blue-green to grey-green leaves that become narrower and red-edged as they mature. The shoots are a vibrant red on the side exposed to the sun. Flowers are white and appear in clusters in late spring and early summer
Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red | White | Grey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Red | White | Grey | |
| Autumn | Red | Grey | ||
| Winter | Red | Grey |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- 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
- Plant range
- Australia
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, neutral to slightly acid soil that does not dry out, in full sun and sheltered from cold, drying winds. See eucalyptus cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by seed at 13-18°C in spring and summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Cut flowers
Pruning
Pruning group 1 or, for young specimens giving the best display of juvenile foliage, Pruning group 7
Pests
May be susceptible to eucalyptus sucker
Diseases
May be susceptible to silver leaf, oedema and honey fungus
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