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Eucalyptus gunnii

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.4m – 1.9m Approx.

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 10m to 15m

Mature Width: 4m to 6m

Eucalyptus gunnii is expected to grow 50cm to 100cm per year (fast).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Eucalyptus gunnii

Eucalyptus gunnii, the Cider Gum, is a Tasmanian native grown chiefly for its foliage. Juvenile leaves are round, blue-grey and almost coin-like, held in pairs along the stem, while adult leaves lengthen and turn grey-green. The bark is smooth and mottled in cream, green and grey, and the habit is upright.

It is one of the hardiest eucalypts in cultivation, surviving heavy and frequent frost without damage, and it is drought tolerant once established. Full sun and free drainage give the best foliage colour. Growth is fast, in the order of a metre a year. It performs in Tasmania, Victoria, the ACT and the cooler tablelands.

Cider Gum is planted as a feature tree, a windbreak, a shelterbelt or a screen on rural blocks and in larger gardens, and its foliage is cut commercially for florists. Councils use it in civic beds. Because it responds so well to hard pruning, you can hold it as a shrubby silver hedge instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Cider Gum

What is Eucalyptus gunnii?

Eucalyptus gunnii is an evergreen eucalypt native to the Tasmanian highlands, named for the sweet sap that can be tapped from the trunk. It is grown mainly for its round, silver-blue juvenile foliage and smooth mottled bark, and it is the eucalypt seen most often in cut-flower work and cold-climate gardens.

How big does Cider Gum grow?

It reaches about 10 to 15 metres tall in cultivation with a broad upright crown of roughly 6 to 8 metres. Regular pruning keeps it well under that, and many gardeners run it at 3 to 4 metres purely for foliage. Left alone in good conditions it can exceed the range, so prune if height is a concern.

How cold hardy is Cider Gum?

Very. It is frost hardy and survives heavy and frequent frost without damage, which is why it is grown in the coldest parts of Australia and right across northern Europe. Cold snaps that damage other eucalypts leave it alone. Young plants are the exception and are worth sheltering through their first winter.

Can Cider Gum be kept small or pruned as a shrub?

Yes, and it is commonly done. Cut it back hard in late winter or early spring and it reshoots from the base and along the stems, producing a flush of the round silver juvenile leaves that are its best feature. Coppiced on a one or two year cycle it will hold as a 2 to 3 metre shrub.

Is Cider Gum evergreen?

Yes, evergreen. The foliage stays on year round, so the silver-blue colour holds through winter when little else does. Older leaves drop steadily rather than seasonally, and the bark sheds in strips through summer to reveal fresh cream and green patches beneath. There is no bare period at any point in the year.

Can I grow Cider Gum in a pot?

Yes, in a large container of 60 litres or more with a free-draining mix. Potted plants stay considerably smaller, and the confinement encourages the round juvenile foliage to persist. Water more often than you would in the ground, since pots dry quickly, and cut back annually to keep the plant in balance with the pot.

How do I care for Cider Gum?

Water through the first two summers, then only in long dry spells. Mulch the root zone and keep it clear of the trunk. Avoid high-phosphorus fertiliser. Prune in late winter, either lightly for shape or hard for fresh silver growth. Stake young trees in windy sites, since the soft new growth catches the wind.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Uses in my Garden

Avenue Planting
Feature Tree
Shade Tree
Windbreak
Rural Property Planting
Screening or Privacy
Council or Civic Landscapes

Eucalyptus gunnii works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Eucalyptus gunnii Evergreen or Deciduous?

Eucalyptus gunnii is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 10m to 15m

Mature Width: 4m to 6m

Eucalyptus gunnii is expected to grow 50cm to 100cm per year (fast).

Growth Rate of Eucalyptus gunnii

Eucalyptus gunnii is expected to grow 50cm to 100cm per year (fast).

They are considered to have a:

Fast Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Eucalyptus gunnii

Is Eucalyptus gunnii frost tolerant?

Eucalyptus gunnii is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Does Eucalyptus gunnii Flower?

Eucalyptus gunnii produces clusters of small creamy-white fluffy flowers from mid-summer into early autumn. These soft blooms sit among the rounded silver-blue juvenile foliage, adding a gentle seasonal highlight to its highly ornamental canopy.

Does Eucalyptus gunnii flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Summer

Flower Type:

Pollinator-attracting

Flower Colour:

White

Is Eucalyptus gunnii an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Eucalyptus gunnii is Native to Tasmania, where it grows in cool, moist valleys and open woodland across the central and southern highlands.

What is the Wildlife Value of Eucalyptus gunnii ?

Its nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. The dense evergreen canopy offers shelter and nesting habitat for small birds, while the aromatic foliage and smooth bark support insects that contribute to a biodiverse garden ecosystem.

How much Sunlight does Eucalyptus gunnii need?

Eucalyptus gunnii will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Eucalyptus gunnii performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained areas unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support its excellent drought resilience, vigorous growth and signature silver-blue foliage.

Is Eucalyptus gunnii Drought Tolerant?

Is Eucalyptus gunnii Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Eucalyptus gunnii develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and cold-climate environments, maintaining strong growth and its distinctive silver foliage with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Eucalyptus gunnii

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Eucalyptus gunnii

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Eucalyptus gunnii is expected to grow 50cm to 100cm per year (fast).

Fast Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Eucalyptus gunnii

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Eucalyptus gunnii in Different Soil

Eucalyptus gunnii performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.