Alpine Snow Gum, Snow Gum, Eucalyptus niphophila
Exceptionally hardy, Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila (Alpine Snow Gum) is a small evergreen tree or large shrub of open habit, boasting a fantastic smooth bark flaking in ribbons into cream, gray and green patches. The bark is red on young branches, creating a glorious display. The foliage is blue-gray, ovate when juvenile, glossy, blue-green, elliptical, 2-3 in. long (5-8 cm), when adult. In summer, huge clusters of small white fluffy flowers are borne amongst the foliage. A slower-growing Eucalyptus, Alpine Snow Gum makes a splendid ornamental tree for high altitude, coastal exposed locations, and most gardens, where its striking bark will be the garden’s highlight.
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 |
7 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
9 - 10 |
| 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 | Shrubs, 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 | 12' - 25' (3.7m - 7.6m) |
| Spread | 8' - 12' (240cm - 3.7m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Native Plants | Australia |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
7 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
9 - 10 |
| 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 | Shrubs, 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 | 12' - 25' (3.7m - 7.6m) |
| Spread | 8' - 12' (240cm - 3.7m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Native Plants | Australia |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
How many Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila (Alpine Snow Gum) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Eucalyptus pauciflora subsp. niphophila (Alpine Snow Gum) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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