Blue gum
Eucalyptus saligna
Blue gum eucalyptus is a vigorous, fast-growing tree best suited to large outdoor spaces with full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering during its first growing season but becomes quite drought-tolerant once established. Be mindful of its ultimate size and litter of bark and leaves, and check local regulations as it can be invasive in some regions.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
480″ – 840″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
360″
Flowers
yellow
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days During The First Year; Rainfall-Dependent Once Established • Water Deeply To Encourage Deep Root Growth, Allowing The Top Few Inches Of Soil To Dry Out Between Waterings
Soil pH
4 – 6
Temperature
15° – 110°F
Mature Spread
up to 360″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 19, 2020 by jazper stride (cc-by-sa)
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