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Eucalyptus cinerea (Argyle Apple)

Argyle Apple, Silver Dollar Tree

Eucalyptus cinerea, Argyle Apple, Silver Dollar Tree, Evergreen Tree, Beautiful Bark, Fragrant Tree
Eucalyptus cinerea, Argyle Apple, Silver Dollar Tree, Evergreen Tree, Beautiful Bark, Fragrant 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 Myrtaceae
Genus Eucalyptus
Common names Eucalyptus
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 20' - 50' (6.1m - 15.2m)
Spread 20' - 40' (6.1m - 12.2m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
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 Drought, Deer
Attracts Birds
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden
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Eucalyptus kruseana (Bookleaf Mallee)
Corymbia ficifolia (Red Flowering Gum)
Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila (Alpine Snow Gum)
Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. debeuzevillei (Jounama Snow Gum)
Eucalyptus dalrympleana (Mountain Gum)
Corymbia citriodora (Lemon-Scented Gum)

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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 Myrtaceae
Genus Eucalyptus
Common names Eucalyptus
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 20' - 50' (6.1m - 15.2m)
Spread 20' - 40' (6.1m - 12.2m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
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 Drought, Deer
Attracts Birds
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden
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