Eucalyptus leucoxylon 'Rosea'

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White Ironbark

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

A slender upright grower reaches 80' x 40'. Fairly fast growing. Sheds bark annually with the result being a satin smooth white trunk that may be dappled with gray. Long gray-green leaves are sickle shaped. This form is different than the species in that it has vibrant hot pink blossoms among the gray foliage fall thru winter. Needs to be selected in bloom.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

Red

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.