Eucalyptus preissiana - Bell Fruited Mallee

Eucalyptus preissiana ssp preissiana

Bell-fruited mallee

Subgenus EUCALYPTUS

Description: Upright form with fibrous dark gray bark. The smooth bark sheds in ribbons from the upper branches and new foliage has dull slate color and peppermint scent when crushed. Cape Riche West Australia.

Culture: Sun, well drained soils, gravels or loam, 16" annual rainfall

Uses: Ornamental plantings, honey production, coastal area plantings, frost resistant, wind resistant.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 9
Type	Small mallee 6-9', lignotuber
Flower Color	Yellow
Growth Rate	Moderate
Native	West Australia
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Small, 6-9'
	Shedding bark
	Attractive yellow flowers
	Peppermint scented leaves

Problem Solving Features

	Low moisture needs
	Likes sun
	No fertilizer needed
	Low maintenance
	Provides attractive yellow flowers

Pricing - See Price List Here

*Seed germinates easily with normal methods. 70 viable seeds per gram.

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