Eucalyptus neglecta
Omeo gum
Flower Color
Description
A fast-growing, evergreen tree when young, although growth slows down as the tree ages. It reaches a mature height of around 10m (33ft) The smooth bark can vary in colour from yellow-green to greyish-brown. Juvenile leaves are very large, rounded, and green tinged with purple. The adult leaves are broady lance-shaped and mid green. Foliage and young stems are highly aromatic when crushed. Flowers are white and appear in summer, in large clusters of up to fifteen
Mature Height
12m
Mature Spread
8m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.8 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedPoorly-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 7-10
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantCottage and informal gardenCoastalMediterranean climate plantsHedging and screens