Key features
Final size7 x 3.5 metres in 20 years
FoliageSilver-green leaves in all seasons (evergreen)
PositionFull sun
SoilPrefers moist yet well-draining soil
Description
Eucalyptus gunnii Silverana is a slower growing variety of Eucalyptus gunnii with silvery-blue rounded leaves when young. As the tree matures, the evergreen foliage develops a green-blue colour and more slender, oval profile. Insignificant fluffy flowers appear in summer followed by rounded, woody fruits.
Attractive peeling bark reveals shades of cream, pink and pale brown. Tolerating all soil types, Eucalyptus gunnii Silverana prefers a moist and well-draining to well-draining site in full sun. Expect a height and spread of 7 x 3.5 metres
AKA Cider Gum tree, Eucalyptus gunnii Silverana ‘Lon40’
Planting Steps
1Preparation
- Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
- Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
- Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
- To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.
2Planting
- Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
- Ensure the top of the plant’s compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
- Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
- Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.
3Last Steps
- Water generously around the base of the plant.
- If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.
Aftercare Advice
Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.
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