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Eucalyptus ovata

Swamp Gum, Black Gum

Commonly known as The Swamp Gum, this is a medium sized tree with dull green leaves. White flowers appear are borne from autumn through winter and result in small, brown nuts. The bark is shed regularly to reveal a smooth, grey-white under-surface. It can reach a height of 30 metres and 10 m wide and will grow on a range of soil types including poorly drained sites. This tree is commonly used for hedging, as a wind break, for screening, or planted on marginal areas of farms where other species would struggle.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Trees
Height:30.00 m
Spread:10.00 m
Flowering time:Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Ponds, Screening
Garden styles:Mediterranean, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asSwamp Gum, Black Gum
Sku11600

Eucalyptus ovata Details

Commonly known as The Swamp Gum, this is a medium sized tree with dull green leaves. White flowers appear are borne from autumn through winter and result in small, brown nuts. The bark is shed regularly to reveal a smooth, grey-white under-surface. It can reach a height of 30 metres and 10 m wide and will grow on a range of soil types including poorly drained sites. This tree is commonly used for hedging, as a wind break, for screening, or planted on marginal areas of farms where other species would struggle.

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