Eucalyptus coccifera

Tasmanian Snow Gum

Also known as Mount Wellington peppermint or Ironbark, Eucalyptus coccifera is a vigorous, fast-growing, evergreen tree, with a spreading habit and peeling, white to grey bark, sometimes with a pinkish tinge. The juvenile leaves are round and mid-green with an attractive bronze flush; mature leaves are elliptical, 4”/10cm long, and grey-green; the leaves are aromatic. Creamy-white clusters of flowers appear in summer. This eucalypt can be hard-pruned to keep the attractive, juvenile foliage, which is very good for flower-arranging. It is one of the few eucalypts that can be grown in a large container, if clipped. Tasmanian snow gum can suffer from stem die-back and damage to leaves in harsh winters.

Site: Sheltered
Soil: Any well-drained soil
Position: Full sun
Season of interest: All year
Hardiness: Fully hardy, to -10ºC
Height: 60’ (18m) Spread: 23’ (7m) in 20-50 years, sometimes taller

Type | Size: Pot | 9cm
Price
£5
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