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Australian Native Plants, located in Ventura, CA, is a leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens. Shop the online store or come visit us (by appointment only).

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Eucalyptus youngiana

Description

Ornamental large shrub or small tree from arid areas in Western Australia and South Australia. Large creamy yellow to red flowers very profuse in winter-spring. Suitable to most soils. Grows well in California and Arizona. Lower trunk has tan bark, upper parts of the tree smooth grey- white trunk. Can tolerate clay sub soils. Hardy to extended dry periods and moderate frost. Attracts bees and insects. Great for honey bees. (linotuberous- so branching from the base)

Details

Biological Name: Eucalyptus youngiana

Common Name: Large Fruited Mallee

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Western Australia

Exposure: Full Sun

Irrigation: Drought tolerant once established

Frost: Frost Tolerant 25F-18F (-8C)

Soil: Well-drained to poorly drained soils

Flower Color: Cream-Yellow or Red

Flower Time: Winter-Spring-Summer

Height: 12'-20'+

Width: 15-25'

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