Eucalyptus parvula - Small Leaf Gum

Eucalyptus parvula

Small-leaved gum

Description: A very rare species found only in a limited area of New South Wales with mild summers and cold winters. It is generally restricted to the tablelands above 1000 m, E and SE of Cooma, S to Nunnock and Dragon Swamp. This is a small tree with smooth, dull, gray, gray-green to sometimes pink bark. Rated hardy to +5 degrees F, recovered from -12 degrees F. The leaves are rather small.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 8
Type	Small tree to 30', lignotuber
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Slow
Placement	Sun
Culture	Moderate moisture
Native	New South Wales
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Small tree to 30'
	Attractive small leaves
	Rated hardy to +5 degrees F
	Good foliage for arrangements

Problem Solving Features

	One of the more cold hardy species
	Small tree for smaller gardens
	Low maintenance
	Likes sun
	No fertilizer needed

Pricing - See Price List Here

*Seed germinates easily with normal methods.

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