Eucalyptus deglupta (Rainbow Eucalyptus) | 50 Seeds | £3.49

An extremely ornamental and fast-growing broadleaved tree and the only Eucalyptus indigenous to the Northern Hemisphere, growing throughout humid tropical forests of the Philippines, New Guinea and Indonesia.  The trees are heavily used for pulpwood plantations for paper production within the Philippines

The main feature of the tree is its impressive array of intense bark colours.  The bark of the previous season peels off in time to display a multitude of bright colours underneath– with the bark eventually displaying all the colours of the rainbow, providing interest right the way through the year

The lanceolate leaves are very aromatic when crushed and airy, bright white inflorescences are produced at various times of the year

Growing to a height of around 100-125 ft in 30-40 years within the UK and temperate Europe, it should be planted within an open area and can grow up to 3 feet per growing season

Hardy to around -7°C (19°F) once established.  Protect using horticultural fleece or keep soil on the drier side during very cold snaps when young

Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack

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Genus: Eucalyptus

Species: deglupta

English name: Rainbow Eucalyptus / Mindanao Gum / Rainbow Gum

Plant type: Subtropical broadleaf tree

Eventual height: 100-125 feet (30-38m) within 30-40 years

Season of Interest: All year

Hardiness: Hardy to around -7°C (19°F) once established. Protect using horticultural fleece or keep soil on the drier side during very cold snaps when young

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Soil: Moist but well-drained

Propagation methods: Seeds and cuttings

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