Eucalyptus polyanthemos |
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Silver Dollar Gum |
Description
This evergreen tree is graceful looking, reaching 30'-75' tall and 15'-45' wide, with a moderate growth rate. It has a slender, straight form with foliage that is grey-green in color and oval to round in shape. It needs full sun to grow well. Silver Dollar Gum is drought tolerant once it's established. Juvenile leaves are silver colored and round, thus the common name.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40', 40-60', 60-100'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Silver
Bark Color
Tan
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Clay, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park, Roadside, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).