Eucalyptus urnigera

Eucalyptus urnigera

Urn gum

Description: Noted for its unique urn shape seed pods and attractive pale blue juvenile leaves. Very fast growing, from 20 to 45'. It becomes gnarled and picturesque in exposed areas. A well-branched species from SE Tasmania at high altitudes of Mount Wellington and Mount Field National Park. It makes a very attractive plant although it does suffer some dieback in our Zone 6 winters.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 8
Type	Tree 20-45', 15 m, lignotuber
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Fast
Placement	Sun
Culture	well-drained soils, light moisture
Native	Tasmania
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Attractive blue/green foliage
	Well branching species
	Excellent for fresh or dried floral arrangements

Problem Solving Features

	Species for full sun
	Low maintenance
	Low water requirements
	No fertilizer needed
	Fast growing
	Possible use in a planter or container if pruned

Pricing - See Price List Here

*Seed germinates easily with normal methods.

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