Eucalyptus pauciflora

Common Name:
Snow Gum

Description:
Eucalyptus pauciflora, commonly known as Snow Gum, is one of Australia's most iconic cold-climate eucalypts, known for its stunning twisted form, multi-coloured bark, and exceptional hardiness. Native to high-altitude regions in southeastern Australia, including alpine and subalpine areas, it thrives in frosty and exposed conditions, making it an ideal candidate for Melbourne gardens looking to bring in texture, resilience, and seasonal drama. Snow Gums feature broad, glossy green to bluish leaves and smooth bark that peels away in patches to reveal beautiful blends of grey, cream, green, and even pink and orange beneath. In summer, they produce clusters of small, creamy white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. Eucalyptus pauciflora is typically a small to medium-sized tree with a spreading canopy and can develop a gnarled, sculptural form in exposed conditions. It grows well in full sun and tolerates poor, well-drained soils, frost, snow, and drought, making it extremely versatile for both ornamental and ecological applications.

Form:

• Tree - Small

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 6 to 15 metres

• Width: 4 to 10 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• White

• Cream

Key Attributes:

• Australian native

• Bird Attracting

• Bee Attracting

• Drought Tolerant

• Frost Tolerant

• Suitable for Feature Planting

• Suitable for Windbreaks

• Suitable for Revegetation Projects

• Highly Ornamental Bark

• Cold Climate Tolerant

• Evergreen

Toxicity:
Not known to be toxic to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Acacia alpina

• Poa labillardierei

• Bursaria spinosa

• Leptospermum rupestre

• Lomandra longifolia