Eucalyptus olivacea Summer Scentsation

Eucalyptus Summer Scentsation is a delightful and compact flowering gum ideal for suburban gardens. Contrasted against glossy grey-green leaves are the attractive fluffy yellow flowers which produce a spectacular summer display across the Christmas to early autumn period. Along with the visual beauty, these blooms are brimming with nectar and a most alluring perfume. This species can be used as a specimen in almost any sized garden or contained in a large courtyard pot. The flowers have a long vase life, so make a great cut flower for brightening your home.

Soil: Sandy soils and seasonally wet soil.
Conditions: Full sun or part shade, a wide range of climates including frost, humidity, coastal spray and winds, dry inland heat
Size: Height 4-6m x width 3-4m