Mountain Gum (Eucalyptus dalrympleana)
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❤️ Why you'll love it
A beautiful, fast-growing evergreen tree, Mountain Gum is prized for its smooth bark, attractive silvery-green foliage and graceful form. Native to south-eastern Australia, it makes an impressive feature tree, bringing year-round structure and a touch of woodland character to larger gardens. Its aromatic leaves release the distinctive fresh scent of eucalyptus when crushed, while its flowers provide a valuable source of nectar for pollinating insects. Best suited to spacious gardens, it is a hardy and adaptable choice for those looking to grow an unusual and striking tree.
🌿 Details
How to look after Mountain Gum (Eucalyptus dalrympleana) in the UK
Position & Light:
Grow in full sun in a sheltered position, away from buildings, drains and overhead wires. Mountain gum is a fast-growing, hardy evergreen tree with attractive peeling bark in cream, grey and pink tones, and aromatic, silvery-green foliage. It is among the hardiest eucalyptus species for the UK and suits large gardens, shelterbelts and woodland plantings.
Soil & Watering:
Plant in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil. It tolerates a wide range of soils but dislikes waterlogging. Water regularly during the first two summers while the roots establish, particularly in dry spells. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Once established, it is fairly drought tolerant.
Feeding:
In most soils no feeding is needed. A balanced slow-release feed in spring can help young trees settle in. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilisers that cause soft growth vulnerable to frost.
Pruning & Maintenance:
Stake young trees in exposed gardens for the first two years, as fast top growth can lead to wind rock. Little pruning is needed apart from removing damaged branches. To keep it smaller and encourage rounded juvenile foliage, cut back hard in spring every year or two (coppicing). In the first winters, protect young plants with a mulch around the roots and fleece in severe frosts.
Common Problems:
- Frost damage on young plants: Protect with fleece and mulch in the first winters.
- Wind rock: Fast growth can leave young trees unstable. Stake and plant small.
- Leaf browning or drop: Caused by waterlogging, drought or cold winds. Keep moist and shelter from wind.
- Peeling bark: Natural and attractive. No treatment needed.
- Large size: Mature trees become very tall. Position away from buildings and coppice if needed.
Supplied bare root, carefully packed with a moisture source to ensure freshness.
Plant height: approximately 20cm.
Please remember that most plants (except Evergreens) are dormant in Autumn/Winter so your order may have no leaves until Spring.
🪴 What Does Bare Root Mean?
Our plants have their full root systems but are carefully removed from the pot and soil before delivery.
The roots are wrapped in moist material and eco-friendly packaging to keep them fresh during transit.
It's less messy, reduces waste, and allows the plant to settle into your garden more easily once planted.
🌱 Sustainably Grown in Britain
Plants are sustainably grown and harvested at our nursery in the South West UK, without the use of pesticides or herbicides.
Packaged using biodegradable materials for an eco-conscious delivery.
📜 Certified & Compliant
We are APHA-authorized for Plant Passports: your assurance that our plants are healthy, pest-free, and meet UK plant health regulations.
🚚 Combined Postage & Fast Dispatch
No extra delivery charge when you buy multiple plants from us! Simply add all the plants you love to your basket and pay one flat delivery fee at checkout.
Shipped via UPS Express, so they are in transit for less than 24 hours: includes care cards tailored to each plant you order.
Orders are sent out at the beginning of each week to reduce time in transit,
see Delivery information.
📌 Planting Advice
Upon arrival, plant immediately in a cool, shaded spot (indoors or outdoors) and water thoroughly.
Once new growth appears, move to the final growing location.
💚 Our Guarantee
If your plant doesn't survive delivery*, just send us a photo and we'll send a replacement (or issue a refund).
No hassle, no worries.
* provided you accept the first delivery attempt