Eucalyptus macrocarpa subsp. x pyriformis
Botanical Information
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Genus | Eucalyptus |
| Species | macrocarpa |
| Subspecies | x pyriformis |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Native to Western Australia. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 1 - 6 m |
| Spread | 3 m |
| Flowering Period | August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Erect, open and sprawling. |
| Landscape | Rock gardens and ornamental use. |
| Cultivation | Full sun and partial-shade. Well-drained heavy clay soil. Frost and drought tolerant. |
| Notable Specimens | Kings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia. |
| Habitat | Hills, rocky ironstone ridges and sand plains. |
| Colour Description | The flowers are rose coloured. The foliage is grey. |
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