This variable mallee has a single to multi stemmed trunks with rough grey flaky bark at the base, shedding in ribbons from the branches. The dense crown has dull grey green lanced-shaped leaves and the white flowers appear from spring to summer.

Hardiness zones 7 to 9

This mallee (Eucalyptus dumosa) is naturally found in Australia and commonly grows in open scrub formation in the Murray River Basin.

It grows in red sandy soils that are moderately fertile in a open sunny position and is drought and frost resistant.

White Mallee is a medium size tree that is grown in parks or large gardens as a specimen tree for shade. It is suitable for coastal or inland positions along roadsides or planted as a low windbreak. It has a moderate growth rate and establishes in 2 to 3 years. ID 1032

Eucalyptus(ew-ka-LIP-tus) dumosa(dew-MOH-sah)

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