Botanical Name: Common Names:
Eucalyptus caesia Silver Princess Gungurru, Silver Princess, Gum,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Pendulous
Description:
Stunning, unique small native tree growing to approx 6 metres tall. Young branches are red and glossy and dark brown bark on the trunk eventually peels to show a white under surface. Habit is pendulous and flowering occurs in winter and spring. Flowers are a spectacular red or pink and followed by large gum nuts. Great in small gardens as a feature tree or in a group planting.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
4-10m 2-4m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Borders / Shrubbery, Foliage Feature / Colour
Pests & Diseases: Aphids, Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes: Tolerant of hot dry conditions and alkaline soils. Does better in climates with dry summers and low humidity. Needs well drained soil and protection from wind. Can be pruned back had to near ground level if rejuvenation is required. Gum nuts can be very weighty and branches my bend excessively.
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Myrtaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Silver
Flower Colour: Pink, Red
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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