Eucalyptus cinerea (Argyle Apple)
Eucalyptus cinerea (Argyle Apple) is an evergreen tree of rounded habit, boasting a lovely fibrous or furrowed, reddish-brown bark which peels on smaller stems. The aromatic foliage is silvery blue-green and rounded when juvenile, resembling large coins. The adult leaves are long, narrow and mid-green.
Eucalyptus cinerea (Argyle Apple) is an evergreen tree of rounded habit, boasting a lovely fibrous or furrowed, reddish-brown bark which peels on smaller stems. The aromatic foliage is silvery blue-green and rounded when juvenile, resembling large coins. The adult leaves are long, narrow and mid-green. In spring, abundant clusters of white flowers are borne amongst the foliage. Long-lived, this Eucalyptus tolerates exposed conditions and has a high tolerance to drought. It is prized as a garden specimen for its ornamental bark and elegant foliage. In cold climates, it is commonly grown in containers as a shrub or an annual. The stems adorned with juvenile leaves are frequently used in bouquets and flower arrangements by florists.
- Grows up to 20-50 ft. tall (6-15 m) and 20-40 ft. wide (6-12 m). Usually grows 36 in. or more per year (90 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant.
- Easy to grow, easy to care for.
- Watch for eucalyptus sucker, silver leaf and oedema.
- Propagate by seed.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to Southeastern Australia.
Requirements
Hardiness | 8 – 11 |
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Climate Zones | 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Eucalyptus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
Height | 20' – 50' (6m – 15m) |
Spread | 20' – 40' (6m – 12m) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | Australia |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |