Botanical name
Eucalyptus gunnii
Other names
Cider gum, Tasmanian cider tree
Genus
Eucalyptus
Species
E. gunnii – E. gunnii is a large evergreen tree with peeling cream and brown bark; round, bright glaucous-blue leaves when young, turning grey-green with age; and clusters of small white flowers.
Foliage
Evergreen
Tree shape
Broadly conical
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
COLOUR
Flower
White, Insignificant or absent in Summer
Foliage
Grey-green in All seasons
HOW TO CARE
Watch out for
Specific diseases
Silver leaf , Oedema
General care
Pruning
When mature Eucalyptus can be left to its own devices, if one grows it as a tree. The removal of damaged, diseased or crossing branches is advised in late winter or early spring. To sustain the most attractive youthful growth, cut shoots.
Propagation methods
Seed
WHERE TO GROW
Eucalyptus gunnii (Cider gum) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 12m after 15-20 years.
Suggested uses
Containers, Flower Arranging, Architectural, Sub-Tropical, Foliage only
Cultivation
Plant in slightly acidic soil with full sun and shelter when young. Ideal to plant the youngest available specimens in conditions as specified.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South
Exposure
Sheltered
