Lemon-Scented Gum, Citron-Scented Gum, Lemon-Scented Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus citriodora
Corymbia citriodora (Lemon-Scented Gum) is a tall evergreen tree of upright habit, adorned with a straight trunk and a thin, graceful crown of drooping foliage. The lemon-scented foliage is narrow, lance-shaped, golden-green, 3-7 in. long (7-17 cm), and used to produce citronella oil, which is favored in perfumery. Another ornamental feature is its striking bark – smooth, powdery white, sometimes with a blush of pink or blue. In winter, abundant clusters of white flowers are borne amongst the foliage. Long-lived, this Eucalyptus makes an attractive narrow tree, revealing its presence in gardens or streets by the wonderful fragrance of its leaves.
Eucalyptus belongs to the Myrtaceae family, which includes popular shrubs and trees such as Feijoa (Acca sellowiana), Myrtle (Myrtus communis), and bottlebrush (Callistemon spp.).
| 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, Gum |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
| Height | 40' - 100' (12.2m - 30.5m) |
| Spread | 15' - 50' (4.6m - 15.2m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Native Plants | Australia |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
| 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, Gum |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
| Height | 40' - 100' (12.2m - 30.5m) |
| Spread | 15' - 50' (4.6m - 15.2m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Native Plants | Australia |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
How many Corymbia citriodora (Lemon-Scented Gum) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
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| Corymbia citriodora (Lemon-Scented Gum) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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