caesia Silver Princess

Eucalyptus caesia Silver Princess

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus caesia Silver Princess Common Names: Gungurru, Silver Princess, Gum, Native: Yes Foliage Type: Evergreen Type: Trees Plant Habit: Pendulous

Description: Stunning, unique small native tree growing to approx 6 metres tall. Young branches are red and glossy and dark brown bark on the trunk eventually peels to show a white under surface. Habit is pendulous and flowering occurs in winter and spring. Flowers are a spectacular red or pink and followed by large gum nuts. Great in small gardens as a feature tree or in a group planting.

Mature Height: 4-10m Position: Full Sun

Mature Width: 2-4m Soil Type: Any

Family Name: Landscape Use(s): Bird Attracting, Borders / Shrubbery, Foliage Feature / Colour, Native Garden Origin: Australia

Characteristics: Pest & Diseases: Aphids, Generally trouble free Foliage Colours: Green, Silver Flower Colours: Pink, Red Flower Fragrant: No Cultural Notes: Tolerant of hot dry conditions and alkaline soils. Does better in climates with dry Flowering Season: Spring summers and low humidity. Needs well drained soil and protection from wind. Can Fruit: Yes be pruned back had to near ground level if rejuvenation is required. Gum nuts can be very weighty and branches my bend excessively. Requirements:

Growth Rate: Moderate Plant Care: Maintenance Level: Low Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well Water Usage: Low

Tolerances: Drought: High Frost: Moderate Wind: Moderate

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