Eucalyptus leucoxylon
White Ironbark
Description
This Eucalyptus variety is usually an upright grower, slender and open, reaching heights of 20'-80'. It is fairly fast growing. It sheds bark annually, with the result being a satin smooth, white trunk and sometimes dappled gray. Peeling bark can be litter nuisance. Long, gray green, aromatic leaves have sickle shape. White flowers appear in winter or spring, followed by green capsule fruit appearing in spring or summer. This tree is drought and seaside tolerant. It attracts birds and bees but not deer.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
60-100'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
Grey, White
Fruit Color
Green
Fruit Season
Spring, Summer
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees, Messy
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Background, Park
Special Uses
Wind Break, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.