Willow Peppermint


Scientific Name: Eucalyptus nicholii Maiden & Blakely
Family: Myrtaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 8 - 24
USDA: 8b-10

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Australia

Growth Habits: Evergreen tree with weeping branches, fast growing to 40 feet tall (12 m); Brown bark with deep longitudinal fissures; pendulous blue-green, willow-like leaves, 2 to 3 inches long (5-7.5 cm) and 0.25 inch wide (6 mm), with a peppermint aroma when crushed

Watering Needs: Occasional deep watering, needs good drainage

Propagation: Seeds


Blooming Habits:
Small clusters of creamy-white flowers in summer.


 

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