Eucalyptus cinerea (Argyle Apple)
Argyle Apple, Silver Dollar Tree
Eucalyptus cinerea (Argyle Apple) is an evergreen tree of rounded habit, boasting a lovely fibrous or furrowed, reddish-brown bark which peels on smaller stems. The aromatic foliage is silvery blue-green and rounded when juvenile, resembling large coins. The adult leaves are long, narrow and mid-green. In spring, abundant clusters of white flowers are borne amongst the foliage. Long-lived, this Eucalyptus tolerates exposed conditions and has a high tolerance to drought. It is prized as a garden specimen for its ornamental bark and elegant foliage. In cold climates, it is commonly grown in containers as a shrub or an annual. The stems adorned with juvenile leaves are frequently used in bouquets and flower arrangements by florists.
- Grows up to 20-50 ft. tall (6-15 m) and 20-40 ft. wide (6-12 m). Usually grows 36 in. or more per year (90 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant.
- Easy to grow, easy to care for.
- Watch for eucalyptus sucker, silver leaf and oedema.
- Propagate by seed.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to Southeastern Australia.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Eucalyptus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 20' – 50' (6m – 15m) |
Spread | 20' – 40' (6m – 12m) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | Australia |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Eucalyptus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 20' – 50' (6m – 15m) |
Spread | 20' – 40' (6m – 12m) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | Australia |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |