Eucalyptus nicholii

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Nichol's Willow-leafed Peppermint

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Frommer/Mullany

 

Description

A graceful evergreen, growth on this tree can reach a height of 40'. Its leaves are narrow, light green in color and 3"-5" in length. The main trunk is upright, with spreading, weeping branches. Full sun is necessary for proper growth. Eucalyptus varieties are highly combustible.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Light Green

 

Bark Color

Red

 

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Mediterranean

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Background, Park, Street Tree

 

Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.