Key Benefits
 | Small specimen to 9' |
| Mallee or small tree habit |
| Attractive buds and flowers |
| Drought tolerant |
Problem Solving Features
| Small size suited for smaller landscape projects |
| Low water use |
| Low maintenance |
| No fertilizer needed |
| Drought resistant |
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Eucalyptus sessilis Finke river mallee |
Description: This is a small mallee or shrub to about 9' high. Outstanding, large red pods with bright cream/yellow flowers in groups of 7 make this one you should add to your list! The bark is smooth, gray and deciduous. Leaves are thick, broadly shaped like a lance and gray-green in color. The fruit buds are ribbed with a prominent erect ring surrounding the valves. Needs well drained, low moisture.
| Temperature Rating | USDA Zone 9 |
| Type | Small specimen to 9' (3 m) |
| Flower Color | Cream/Yellow |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Placement | Sun |
| Culture | Low moisture |
| Native | Central Australia |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
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