Eucalyptus Cider Gum 300mm AP pot

🌿✨ Eucalyptus gunnii – Cider Gum ✨🌿
 
The Cider Gum (Eucalyptus gunnii) is a striking evergreen gum tree, admired for its round, silvery-blue juvenile foliage and smooth bark. 🌿 Often used in floral arrangements, its ornamental leaves and hardy nature make it a favourite for both gardens and cut foliage growers.
 
🌱 Size & Pot
✔️ 300mm Air Prune pot – approx. 1.2m tall right now 🌳
✔️ Fast-growing young tree, ready to establish quickly.
 
☀️ Sun & Soil
✔️ Prefers full sun 🌞
✔️ Thrives in well-drained soil, but adaptable to a range of conditions.
 
🍂 Foliage & Seasonal Changes
✔️ Juvenile foliage: round, silver-blue leaves 🌿
✔️ Adult foliage: longer, lance-shaped grey-green leaves
✔️ Evergreen, providing colour year-round
✔️ White flowers in summer attract pollinators 🌸🐝
 
🌳 Growth Habit & Mature Size
✔️ Upright, medium-sized tree
✔️ Grows approx. 10–15m tall × 4–6m wide
✔️ Can be pruned or coppiced to encourage ornamental juvenile foliage.
 
💡 Special Characteristics
🌿 Iconic silver-blue foliage used by florists 💐
🌿 Fast-growing shade or feature tree
🌿 Hardy, frost tolerant, and low maintenance
🌿 Excellent for cool climates and larger gardens
 
🌸 Planting Ideas
✔️ Plant as a feature tree in larger gardens or lawns
✔️ Grow in rows as a shelterbelt or windbreak
✔️ Ideal for cutting gardens – coppice regularly for fresh foliage
✔️ Combine with wattles and other native gums for a natural landscape