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Eucalyptus gunnii 'Silver Drop' (Cider Gum)
Eucalyptus gunnii 'Silver Drop'
Also known as Silver Drop Cider Gum
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About This Plant
Eucalyptus gunnii Silver Drop is valued in the landscape for character, form, and seasonal interest.
Cider Gum , among the hardiest eucalyptus species, with rounded juvenile foliage and white peeling bark. Fast-growing.
Full sun suits this species. Plant in well-drained soil. Hardy USDA Zone 7 to 10. More cold-hardy than most eucalyptus; can be coppiced for cut foliage production. Avoid heavy wet soils.
For a Pacific Northwest native tree of similar character, consider Acer macrophyllum (Bigleaf Maple) for canopy, Cornus nuttallii (Pacific Dogwood) for spring bloom, or Arbutus menziesii (Pacific Madrone) for evergreen sculpture and red bark.
Plant Details
- Botanical
- Eucalyptus gunnii 'Silver Drop'
- Common name
- Silver Drop Cider Gum
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Foliage type
- Evergreen
- Mature size
- 20-40 ft tall × 15-25 ft wide
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Bloom time
- Winter through spring
- Bloom color
- White
Care Notes
Garden Attributes
- Pacific NW native
- Deer resistant
- Coastal suitable
- Grown organically
- Pollinator value: Bees, Hummingbirds
- Wildlife: Pollinator support
- ⚠ Toxic to pets if ingested
- ⚠ Skin irritant: wear gloves when handling
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