Botanical Name
Eucalyptus petiolaris
Common Name
Eyre Peninsula Blue Gum
Description
Eyre Peninsula Blue Gum is a hardy native tree renowned for its exceptional coastal tolerance and attractive blue-green foliage that creates reliable displays in challenging seaside conditions. This resilient species produces clusters of small white to cream flowers that attract nectar-feeding birds and native bees, while the distinctive blue-green leaves provide attractive evergreen foliage year-round. The naturally upright growth habit creates excellent screening and windbreak potential with good salt tolerance. Hardy and drought tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun positions with outstanding coastal wind and salt tolerance. Perfect for coastal windbreaks, feature plantings, and areas where reliable native trees with salt resilience create practical landscape solutions.
Plant Category
Trees
Size (H x W)
Height: 12-20 meters, Spread: 6-12 meters
Eucalyptus petiolaris is endemic to the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, naturally occurring in coastal areas with well-drained soils and full sun exposure in Mediterranean-type climates with excellent salt and wind tolerance.
Kuranga respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Wurundjeri people, as the custodians of this land. We pay respect to all Aboriginal community Elders, past and present, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the history of the region.
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