Eucalyptus ligustrina - Privet-leaved Stringybark

Eucalyptus ligustrina

Privet-leaved stringybark

Description: This species from New South Wales is grown primarily for its flowers, buds and fruits. It is a spreading tree with a dense crown and has smooth, flaky cream to gray and tan bark. Adult leaves are glossy and dark green, but quite small. Buds and fruits occur in umbels of three. Flowers can be white, less common pink, rarely red.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 8
Type	Small tree 16-32' (5-10 m), lignotuber
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Moderate
Placement	Sun
Culture	Low to moderate moisture
Native	New South Wales
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Small species to 32'
	Known for flowers, buds and fruits
	Unique, rippled foliage, see picture enlargement

Problem Solving Features

	Attractive foliage
	Low moisture needs
	Low maintenance
	Good small tree for sunny location

Pricing - See Price List Here

*Seed germinates easily with normal methods.

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