This variable large tree has a straight trunk with rough brown bark at the base that shreds in ribbons to reveal smooth white drooping branches. It has dull green lanced-shaped leaves and the cream flowers appear in a cluster during summer.

Hardiness zones 7 to 11

Eucalyptus viminalisis naturally found in Australia growing from south-eastern Victoria to Tasmania and on the tablelands of New South Wales in tall open forests.

It prefers a sandy soil with a clay base in a open sunny position and is frost and drought tolerant.

Manna Gum is a large tree that is grown for its stately habit and rounded crown. It is planted in parks and large gardens as a lawn specimen for shade. It is also used in roadside plantings and in open plains on farms. The timber is not durable but it is used in framing and flooring and the tree is fast growing when young, establishing in 2 to 4 years. It is very hardy and long lived and re-shoots after low intensity fire. ID 638

Note:
It is not suitable for urban gardens due to its size. Care should be taken when selecting a site, allowing ample room for it to grow as it has vigorous invasive roots that can lift concrete and block drains.

Eucalyptus (ew-ka-LIP-tus) viminalis (vee-mi-NAH-lis)

Myrtaceae(mir-TAY-see-ee)
Myrtle, Eucalyptus, Clove and Guava Family