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Eucalyptus leucoxylon

White Ironbark

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Normally an upright grower, slender and open 20-80'. Fairly fast growing. Sheds bark annualy with the result being a satin smooth white trunk and maybe dappled gray. Long gray-green leaves sickle shaped. Australian native.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

White

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Background, Patio

Special Uses

Wind Break, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.