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Eucalyptus leucoxylon 'Rosea'

Rosea Eucalyptus

Plant photo of: Eucalyptus leucoxylon 'Rosea'
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Normally an slender upright grower, slender and open 20-80'. Fairly fast growing. Sheds bark annually with the result being a satin smooth white trunk and maybe dappled gray. Long gray-green leaves 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.

 

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

Birds, Wildlife

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.