Prefers a climate with moderate rainfall and tolerates both drought and frost. Can thrive in various altitudes.
Blue Mallet
Eucalyptus gardneri, also known as blue mallet, is a small eucalyptus tree reaching a height of 6-9 meters. It has a straight trunk and a bushy crown. This fast-growing species is highly adaptable, tolerating severe drought and frost. It produces winter honey and its bark contains a significant amount of tannin. The straight trunks of Eucalyptus gardneri are commonly used for various purposes such as poles, rails, and building materials due to their strength and durability.
Eucalyptus gardneri
Australia
Other Information: - Eucalyptus gardneri, commonly known as blue mallet, is native to Western Australia. - It has attractive blue-green foliage. - The flowers of Eucalyptus gardneri are small and white. - This species is commonly found in dry, sandy soils. - Blue mallet is known for its resistance to drought and frost. - The bark of this tree is smooth and sheds in long ribbons. - Eucalyptus gardneri is often used in landscaping and as an ornamental tree.
Loamy or sandy soils with good drainage.
A small eucalypt to 6 - 9 m with a straight trunk and bushy crown. It is fast growing and tolerant of severe drought and frost. The average annual rainfall is typically between 330 - 350 mm.
It is a good source of winter honey. The bark contains up to 30% tannin and the straight trunks are used as poles, rails and in buildings. The wood is light coloured, hard and dense.