This mallee to small tree is variable in size from 2m (6ft) to 10m (30ft) with multiple trunks that form an irregular crown. It has large broad dull green leaves and large cream coloured flowers appear in a cluster during autumn. 

Hardiness zones 8 to 10 

Eucalyptus cosmophylla is naturally found in Australia growing on Kangaroo Island and the adjoining coast to Mount Lofty in South Australia. It prefers a sandy moderately fertile slightly acidic soil in an open sunny position and is drought and frost resistant.

Bog Gum is an attractive small tree that is grown in coastal or inland gardens as a lawn specimen for shade and as a windbreak in exposed positions. It is also planted around water features or dams tolerating damp soils. It is fast growing and establishes in 1 to 2 years. The peeling bark and large flowers makes this an excellent feature tree. ID 923

Eucalyptus (ew-ka-LIP-tus) cosmophylla (kos-moh-FY-lah)

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