Eucalyptus burgessiana - Faulconbridge Mallee Ash

Eucalyptus burgessiana

Faulconbridge mallee ash

Description: A rare mallee type shrub, found in a restricted area of the Blue Mountains of New South Wales. The bark picture above was taken at Mt. Tomah botanic garden outside of Sydney. Obviously, with my foliage picture above, I have a long wait! The bark on the species is smooth gray, new bark is orange to tan in color, very pretty!

Culture: Loam or sandy loam soil, pH 5.5 to 6.4, low rainfall

Uses: Ornamental, attractive bark.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 8
Type	Small mallee to 23', lignotuber
Flower Color	white
Growth Rate	Slow
Placement	Sun
Culture	Low moisture
Native	New South Wales
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	A small mallee species to 23'
	White flowers, reports of pale green flowers
	Suitable for container

Problem Solving Features

	Attractive accent plant or tree for small landscape
	Low moisture needs
	Low maintenance

Pricing - See Price List Here

* Seed germinates best if sown on the surface of the media. Germination 2-3 weeks at 70-75 degrees F. No pre-treatment needed.

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