Location specific values:
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Plant specific values:
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Tasmanian Snow Gum (Eucalyptus coccifera) | Easyscape Plant Profile

Tasmanian Snow Gum

(Eucalyptus coccifera)

Tasmanian Snow Gum (Eucalyptus coccifera)

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Climate Requirements for Shoreline, Washington

This Plant Your Site Plant Suitability for Your Location
Precipitation 22" - 103" 41" Aquatic Aquatic
High Temp. 59°F - 81°F 74°F Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. Excellent
Low Temp. 28°F - 43°F 35°F Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant Excellent
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.

Summary

Eucalyptus coccifera, commonly known as Tasmanian Snow Gum, is an evergreen tree native to subalpine and alpine areas of Tasmania. It typically grows to a height of 12-45 feet (3.6-13.7 meters) and a width of 3-18 feet (0.9-5.5 meters). The Tasmanian Snow Gum has a striking appearance with smooth, white to pale grey bark that often sheds in ribbons. During the summer, it produces clusters of cream and white flowers that are attractive to bees and other pollinators. The leaves are aromatic when crushed and are a blue-green color, providing year-round visual interest.

This species is valued for its ornamental bark and foliage, as well as its ability to withstand frost and drought, making it suitable for cultivation in a variety of challenging climates. It is often used in gardens and parks for its aesthetic appeal and is also planted for windbreaks in rural settings. Eucalyptus coccifera requires full sun and can adapt to a range of soil types, provided they have good drainage. While it is fairly frost-hardy, gardeners should be aware that extreme frost events can impact its distribution and health. In cultivation, it is important to provide space for its root system to prevent issues with infrastructure, as eucalypts are known for their vigorous roots.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Tree
  • Height: 30-50 feet
  • Width: 3-18 feet
  • Growth Rate: Rapid
  • Flower Color: Cream, White
  • Flowering Season: Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Medium, Low
  • Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Drought Tolerant, Fragrant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Salt Tolerant, Water Garden

Natural Habitat

Subalpine and alpine areas of Tasmania

Other Names

Common Names: Mt. Wellington Peppermint, Tasmansk Snöeukalyptus

Scientific Names: Eucalyptus coccifera, Eucalyptus coccifera var. viridifolia, Eucalyptus daphnoides, Eucalyptus alpina, Eucalyptus coccifera var. parviflora, Eucalyptus coccifera var. viridiflora

GBIF Accepted Name: Eucalyptus coccifera Hook.fil.