Eucalyptus glaucescens - Tingiringi Gum

Eucalyptus glaucescens

Tingiringi Gum

Description: The bark is dark gray on the lower trunk and sheds in ribbons, smooth and green-gray above. Leaves are slightly glaucous. Found native in the high mountain country of (1) New South Wales, (2) eastern Victoria (Mt Erica, Mt Hotham, Brumby Point, Mt Tingiringi (3) Canberra along the Tinderry and Tidbinbilla Ranges. Distinguished from other related species by its larger, cylindrical, glaucous fruits. The foliage on this species is quite attractive and the shedding bark is an asset as well. The term glaucous describes the "blue-green foliage with a white coating on the leaves." It branches fairly well and has an attractive scent.

Culture: Sun, acid pH soils, clay loam, loam or sandy loam,

Uses: Excellent ornamental, provides shade, fragrant foliage,

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 8
Type	Mallee to (12m) or tree to 147' (45m), lignotuber
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Moderate
Placement	Sun
Culture	Low to moderate moisture
Native	New South Wales, Victoria, Canberra
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	May be large tree to 147', but usually a mallee to about 36'
	Unique, blue/green foliage
	Attractive trunk

Problem Solving Features

	Very attractive accent plant or tree
	Low moisture needs
	Low maintenance

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*Seed needs 4 weeks cold treatment.

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