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Eucalyptus macrocarpa

Desert Malee

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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This small shrub will grow 4'-15' high and has a light green bark with grayish blue leaves. It produces pink, white, red, or yellow white flowers that grow right on the branch instead of stems. Eucalyptus varieties are highly combustible.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

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

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.