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Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet

$250.00

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 0.8m – 1.3m Approx.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 6–10 metres

Mature Width: 4–6 metres

Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet is expected to grow 50 – 100 cm per year (fast).

Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)

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 spathulata – Swamp Mallet

Eucalyptus spathulata, commonly known as the Swamp Mallet, is a striking Western Australian native tree known for its smooth, glossy bark and dense, fine-textured canopy. The trunk and branches are often coppery-bronze to dark grey in colour, shedding annually to reveal a satiny surface. The narrow, bright green leaves form a tidy, rounded canopy, and small clusters of white flowers appear from late winter to spring, attracting birds and pollinators. Mature trees typically reach 6–10 metres tall with a spread of 4–6 metres, forming an upright, compact shape suited to open landscapes or street plantings.

This hardy evergreen species thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, particularly sandy or gravelly types. Eucalyptus spathulata is drought and frost tolerant once established and performs exceptionally well in exposed, coastal, and low-rainfall areas. It’s a fast-growing, low-maintenance tree that provides both ornamental appeal and environmental value through habitat and shade.

They look excellent as feature trees in native or Mediterranean-style gardens, planted in avenues, or used for windbreaks and habitat restoration. With its attractive bark, tidy form, and resilience, the Swamp Mallet is a versatile choice for both urban and rural landscapes.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Features and Benefits

Organically certified product
Improves aeration for roots
A rich blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, Gypsum, composted coarse bark and wetting agent
Excellent to mix with heavy clay soils, an organic mixture with added gypsum which is perfect for exotic plants
Revitalises tired soils, adds nutrient and organic matter, no chemical additives, weed free
Assists in retaining moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering

Directions For Use

Water plant well at least several hours prior to planting.
Dig a hole at least twice the width of the pot and 7cm deeper than the pot.
Mix Grow Better Enriched Planting Mix with the soil that has been dug out of the hole, adding about 1/3 planting mix.
Spread a 7cm layer of improved soil in the hole and remove plant from the pot. Tease roots gently if the root ball is very firm and place plant in the planting hole. Check that pot soil is level with the surrounding soil surface level, not higher or lower.
Fill in the hole with improved soil mixture, firm down soil and water well adding Grow Better Plant Starter to final watering.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Avenue Planting
Windbreak
Council or Civic Landscapes

Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet Evergreen or Deciduous?

Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 6–10 metres

Mature Width: 4–6 metres

Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet is expected to grow 50 – 100 cm per year (fast).

Growth Rate of Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet

Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet is expected to grow 50 – 100 cm per year (fast).

They are considered to have a:

Fast Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet

Is Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet frost tolerant?

Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet Flower?

Eucalyptus spathulata produces clusters of small creamy-white fluffy flowers from late summer into autumn. These soft blooms sit neatly along the slender branchlets and create a gentle seasonal highlight against its narrow, glossy green foliage and smooth coppery bark.

Does Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Winter
Spring

Flower Type:

Clustered
Pollinator-attracting

Flower Colour:

White

Is Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet is Native to Southern Western Australia, particularly around the Esperance region, where it grows naturally in sandy and clay-loam soils, often in low-lying areas.

What is the Wildlife Value of Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet ?

Its nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and a range of beneficial insects. The evergreen canopy provides perching and shelter for small birds, while the smooth bark supports insects and microfauna that contribute to a biodiverse native garden ecosystem.

How much Sunlight does Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet need?

Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Eucalyptus spathulata 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 ground unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support strong drought resilience, healthy growth and its naturally elegant mallet form.

Is Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet Drought Tolerant?

Is Eucalyptus spathulata – Swamp Mallet Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Eucalyptus spathulata develops excellent drought tolerance. Despite its common name, it thrives in hot, dry and exposed environments and maintains its tidy, mallet-form canopy with minimal supplementary watering.

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