Corymbia citriodora (Lemon-Scented Gum)

Corymbia citriodora (Lemon-Scented Gum) is a tall evergreen tree of upright habit, adorned with a straight trunk and a thin, graceful crown of drooping foliage. The lemon-scented foliage is narrow, lance-shaped, golden-green, 3-7 in. long (7-17 cm), and used to produce citronella oil, which is favored in perfumery. Another ornamental feature is its striking bark – smooth, powdery white, sometimes with a blush of pink or blue. In winter, abundant clusters of white flowers are borne amongst the foliage. Long-lived, this Eucalyptus makes an attractive narrow tree, revealing its presence in gardens or streets by the wonderful fragrance of its leaves.

• Grows up to 40-100 ft. tall (12-30 m) and 15-50 ft. wide (4-15 m).
• Performs best in full sun in medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant.
• Easy to grow, easy to care for. Deer resistant.
• Watch for eucalyptus sucker, silver leaf and oedema.
• Propagate by seed.
• Native to Northeastern Australia.