Eucalyptus camaldulensis

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Evergreen tree grows quickly to 80' x 50'. Leaves are medium green long and slender. They appear to cascade off the branches. Bark peels revealing smooth gray, tan or whiteish bark on trunk and branches. Very drought resistant. Native to Australia.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

40-60', 60-100', 100' and up

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Ranch

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Background

 

Special Uses

Shade Tree, Fire Resistant

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.