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Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum

Name: Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
Price: 265.00 AUD
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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 0.9m – 1.8m Approx.

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About Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum

Eucalyptus woodwardii, also known as Lemon-flowered Gum, is a graceful small tree native to Western Australia. Its open, weeping canopy and soft grey-green foliage are offset by masses of bright lemon-yellow flowers, which appear in late winter and spring. These blooms are highly attractive to birds, bees, and pollinators, making this tree a great choice for wildlife-friendly planting.

Growing to approximately 12m tall x 3m wide, it forms a narrow, upright habit with rounded form and smooth bark. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established, it's ideal for feature planting, informal screening, or as a specimen tree in dry or coastal gardens.

A true standout for colour, texture, and habitat value.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 6–10 m

Mature Width: 4–6 m

Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum is expected to grow 0.5–1 m per year (moderate to fast).

Frost Tolerance

Is Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum frost tolerant?

Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Eucalyptus woodwardii produces large, soft lemon-yellow fluffy flowers from late winter into spring. These showy blooms hang in loose clusters at the branch tips and create a bright, uplifting display that contrasts beautifully with its blue-grey foliage and ornamental gumnuts.

Native Information

Is Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum an Australian Native? Yes

Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum is Native to Native to the Goldfields region of Western Australia, thriving in sandy and gravelly soils.

Wildlife Value

Its nectar-rich winter–spring flowers attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and other early-season pollinators. The small evergreen canopy provides shelter and perching sites for birds, while the large decorative gumnuts support insects that contribute to a biodiverse native garden ecosystem.

Sunlight Information

Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Eucalyptus woodwardii performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils, tolerating slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged areas 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 its excellent drought resilience, healthy growth and standout lemon-yellow flowering.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Lemon-flowered Gum

Genus: Eucalyptus

Botanical Species: Eucalyptus woodwardii

Family: Myrtaceae

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus woodwardii

Landscape Uses

Feature Tree

Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum 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.
Wildlife Garden – planting to attract birds, bees, and pollinators.

Planting, Spacing & Care

• Choose a sunny, well-drained position.
• Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball.
• Backfill with quality soil and compost mix.
• Water deeply after planting and stake if needed in windy areas.

Feature Planting: Space 4 – 6 m apart
Hedging & Screening: Space 3 – 4 m apart for informal screen
Avenue Planting: Space 5 – 6 m apart for structured layout

• Water regularly during the establishment phase (first 12–18 months).
• Prune lightly to maintain structure and remove any damaged limbs.
• Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Sandy Soils: Performs well; ensure occasional deep watering.
• Clay Soils: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic matter.
• Saline Soils: Naturally tolerant—ideal for coastal and arid areas.

Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum is expected to grow 0.5–1 m per year (moderate to fast).

Fast Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

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)

Ideal Conditions

Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Inland QLD (Darling Downs, Central QLD)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Adelaide Hills & Barossa
Riverland & Murraylands

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Eucalyptus woodwardii develops excellent drought tolerance. Naturally adapted to hot, dry inland conditions, it maintains its open, spreading canopy and strong flowering performance with minimal supplementary watering.

Flowering Information

Does Eucalyptus woodwardii - Lemon Flowered Gum flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Winter
Spring

Flower Type:

Fluffy

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Is Eucalyptus woodwardii suitable for small gardens?
A: Due to its upright, narrow form, it can be suitable for medium-sized gardens, but it needs space to accommodate its height.

• Q: Is it safe for planting near buildings?
A: Yes, when spaced appropriately; roots are not generally invasive.

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