Eucalyptus nicholii
Nichol's Willow-Leafed Peppermint
Description
A graceful evergreen, growth on this tree can reach a height of 30' with a spreading crown of 25'-40'. Its leaves are narrow, light green colored and 3"-5" in length, smelling like peppermint. The main trunk is upright and coarse, reddish brown in color. This tree has a weeping habit, prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once it's established.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.