Eucalyptus papuana

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Ghost Gum

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Ghost gum is one of the moderately-sized Eucalyptus species, eventually reaching 40' x 20' wide. Tree form can vary from a shorter, multi-trunk specimen to a narrow, single-trunk tree. Plants are somewhat frost tender, but tolerate full sun, reflected heat, neglect, and a wide range of soil types. Has a semi-weeping habit and produces little litter.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low, Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Street Tree, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Wind Break, Shade Tree

 

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.