Botanical Name: Common Names:
Eucalyptus mannifera Little Spotty Dwarf Brittle Gum, Broad Leaved Manna Gum,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Rounded
Description:
A dwarf form of Eucalyptus mannifera, much smaller growing then its parent plant, a great little tree that will bring the honey eating birds in for a visit when its flowering from late winter into spring. Also known for its attractive spotted truck, extremely frost tolerant, ideal around the coast and as a street tree or an urban car park or garden. Grows approx 8m x 6m.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
4-10m 4-10m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Foliage Feature / Colour, Shady Garden, Wind Break
Pests & Diseases: Caterpillars, Thrips
Cultural Notes: There can be some varying leaf forms as seed grown. Tolerates most soil types including clay if well drained. Frost and drought tolerant.
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Myrtaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Cream, White
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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