Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. debeuzevillei (Jounama Snow Gum)
Jounama Snow Gum, Giant Snow Gum, Snow Gum, White Sally
Noted for its large silver-green leaves, Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. debeuzevillei (Jounama Snow Gum) is a small, single or multi-stemmed, evergreen tree of open habit. It boasts a fantastic smooth bark flaking in ribbons from both the trunk and branches into shiny white, cream, green and gray patches. The foliage is blue-green, broadly elliptic when juvenile, glossy olive green and lance-shaped when adult. In late spring and early summer, clusters of 9-15 creamy-white flowers are borne amongst the foliage. Easy to grow, tolerant of cold, windy and exposed conditions, Jouana Snow Gum makes a splendid ornamental tree for costal exposed locations and most gardens.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 20-30 ft. tall (6-9 m) and 8-12 ft. wide (2-4 m).
- Performs best in full sun in neutral to slightly acid, well-drained soil. Shelter from cold drying winds. Drought tolerant.
- Easy to grow, easy to care for. Deer resistant.
- Watch for eucalyptus sucker, silver leaf and oedema.
- Propagate by seed.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to Australia.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 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' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
Spread | 8' – 12' (240cm – 3.6m) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | Australia |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Salt |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, 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 | 6
– 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' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
Spread | 8' – 12' (240cm – 3.6m) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | Australia |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Salt |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |