Eucalyptus pauciflora Little Snowman

Common Name:
Little Snowman Snow Gum

Description:
Eucalyptus pauciflora ‘Little Snowman’ is a compact, ornamental cultivar of the iconic Snow Gum, selected for its smooth white trunk, tight upright form, and suitability for smaller gardens and urban landscapes. Retaining all the rugged beauty of its parent species, this grafted variety grows with a clean, straight trunk and dense crown of glossy, bluish-green foliage. Its most striking feature is its bright white bark, which peels in ribbons to reveal patches of grey, cream, or pale green underneath—creating a striking year-round display. In summer, clusters of creamy white flowers appear, providing nectar for bees, butterflies, and birds. ‘Little Snowman’ thrives in Melbourne’s climate, withstanding frost, drought, and exposed conditions once established. Its moderate height and neat shape make it ideal as a feature tree, in street plantings, or anywhere a tough yet refined Australian native is desired. Being grafted, it offers reliable performance, making it a favourite in both residential and commercial landscapes.

Form:

• Tree - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 6 to 8 metres

• Width: 3 to 5 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Australian native

• Grafted Form for Improved Shape

• Bird Attracting

• Bee Attracting

• Drought Tolerant

• Frost Tolerant

• Suitable for Feature Planting

• Low Maintenance

• Highly Ornamental Bark

• Evergreen

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

Companion Plants:

• Lomandra ‘Tanika’

• Acacia cognata ‘Mini Cog’

• Grevillea ‘Moonlight’

• Westringia ‘Grey Box’

• Dianella ‘Little Jess’