Mappa Tassie Cold Hardy Eucalyptus Tree (Eucalyptus Pauciflora) - Quart Pot

Mappa Tassie Hardy Eucalyptus Tree Eucalyptus pauciflora 'Mappa Tassie' Plant Details USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 7a-11 Find Your Zone Plant Type: Evergreen Tree (May be semi-deciduous in colder climates) Height at Maturity: 25' or more Width at Maturity: 15-20' Spacing: 10-12' for privacy screen; 25 feet or more for space between plants Growth Habit / Form: Upright Growth Rate: Moderate Flower Color: White Flowering Period: Summer Foliage Color: Soft Blue Fragrant Foliage: Yes, strong typical Eucalyptus aroma Sun Needs: Full Sun or Part Shade Water Needs: Average, Low when established Soil Type: Clay (Amended), Loam, Sand, Silt Soil Moisture / Drainage: Well Drained Soil pH: 5.5 to 6.5 (Moderate to Slightly Acid) Maintenance / Care: Very Low when left in it's natural form Attracts: Visual Attention, Bees Resistances: Deer - more info, Disease, Heat, Insect, Drought Description 'Mappa Tassie', named so for its leaf that's shaped like Tasmania, is esteemed as one of if not the most cold hardy of all Eucalyptus snow gum species. It is a patient growing, small to medium size tree that should be a featured ornamental in your landscape. The blue-green juvenile leaves are oval to oval pointed in shape and born on semi-pendulous stems that take on distinctive burgundy highlights. The large adult leaves - almost the size of the palm of your hand - are a glossy olive green and longer and narrower. Small, white dandelion type flowers appear in late spring to early summer. The trunk is artistically contorted; its bark is smooth with patterned white, cream, green and grey patches, which sheds in ribbons from the stems and branches. At maturity, Mappa Tassie can achieve a height of around 20 to 30 feet (maybe 40 feet?), depending on local climate. Responds well to pruning so size is easy to control. "Mappa Tassie" is a Snow Gum that grows all over the alpine regions of Eastern Australia and is highly rated for its cold hardiness. Can be grown in a pot but might not be as cold hardy. The tree adapts well to any soil condition, is salt tolerant, and is disease resistant and long-lived. Cold Hardiness In McDonough, Georga, a 10 month old tree had minimal leaf damage after a brutal winter (2013/2014) when temperatures reached 6 degrees F. In Atlanta, GA a 10 month old tree froze to the ground in 5 degrees but has recovered nicely growing 5 to 7 feet in height in the same year. Landscape Uses Growing to about 25 feet tall and 15 to 20 feet wide, Mappa Tassie Eucalyptus is a moderate growing but smaller Eucalyptus tree that will beg to be planted as a focal point in your garden. It is ideal for use as a focal point specimen, in groupings or as a privacy screen in landscape borders. Effective to frame corners of tall homes and other buildings. A very nice tree near patios, decks and other outdoor living spaces. Suggested Spacing: 10-12' for privacy screen; 25 feet or more for space between plants Growing Preferences Mappa Tassie Eucalyptus is easy to grow in most any moist but well-drained soil and is salt tolerant, disease resistant and long-lived. Mappa Tassie can be encouraged to grow in hot climates but generally performs best in cooler climates. Helpful Articles Click on a link below to find helpful advice from our experts on how to plant, prune, fertilize and water a Eucalyptus tree. How To Plant & Care For A Eucalyptus Tree Plant Long & Prosper! Meet The Wilson Brothers & Staff Questions? Contact Us! Unfortunately this plant arrived in an unacceptable condition. The guarantee was honored though and the seller sent a return label and refunded my payment. I gave a 5 star review for the sellers communication and helpfulness.------------------------------------------We are so sorry you had a problem. But so glad we could offer you a resolution. Have a great day! Thanks for the review! Beth | WBG :)