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A small hardy tree that has silvery leaves and a white, black blotched, stem. Bark on mature trees is shed in long strips. The leaves in young plants are round, encircling the stem, but become longer and thinner as the tree grows, developing their distinct glaucous bloom. Can be coppiced to encourage the young foliage which is used in flower arranging.
Eucalyptus perriniana
Common name: Spinning Gum.
Native: New South Wales , Victoria, Tasmania.
Provenance: Australia
Size and spread (10 years): 6m x 4.5m
Treatment required: Requires pre-chill 3-4weeks cold moist followed by 21degC for sowing.
Seeds / kg: 1,369,863
Ideal sowing period: Spring / Early Summer. Surface sow.
Soil conditions: Tolerates most soils but requires direct sunlight.
Planting instructions: Hardy and wind tolerant
Mature height: 15m
| Weight | 2.50 g |
|---|---|
| Genus | Eucalyptus |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Colour | cream |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life Cycle | tree |
| Evergreen | evergreen |
| Interest | bark |
| Requires | sun |
| Size | Seed pack (approx 120 seeds) |
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