Eucalyptus Gunnii Silver Blue Aromatic Evergreen Tree from B&Q

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The Eucalyptus Gunnii, famously known as the Cider Gum, is an architectural evergreen that brings a cool, modern aesthetic to any garden. It is prized for its striking juvenile leaves, which feature distinctive rounded foliage in a shimmering shade of silvery blue-green. Beyond its visual beauty, this plant offers a sensory experience with its refreshing aromatic scent that drifts on the breeze. As a fast-growing evergreen, it provides dependable structure and a unique metallic colour throughout all four seasons.This plant is exceptionally versatile, giving you complete control over its final form. Whether you choose to prune it regularly to maintain a compact, bushy shrub - ideal for large patio pots - or allow it to mature into an elegant, slender tree for dramatic screening, it establishes itself with remarkable speed. It is a robust and resilient variety that thrives in the UK climate, offering bold texture and graceful movement. It is an excellent choice for modern landscapes where you want to achieve a high-impact designer look with minimal fuss.Features:Distinctive silvery-blue aromatic foliage for year-round interestFast-growing habit that adds height and movementVersatile growth - can be kept as a shrub or grown as a treeRefreshing eucalyptus fragrance that fills the airFully hardy and resilient in most UK garden settingsPerfect For:High-impact focal points in modern or coastal gardensYear-round screening and privacy on garden boundariesLarge patio containers for a sophisticated textured lookFlower arrangers looking for fresh home-grown foliageSpecifications:Common Name: Eucalyptus / Cider GumPlant Type: Fast-Growing Architectural EvergreenPot Size: 3 Litre (19cm)Ultimate Height: 4m - 12m (Prune to keep smaller)Ultimate Spread: 2m - 4mFoliage Colour: Blue-Green to Silvery BluePlanting Position: Full SunSoil Type: Moist but well-drainedHardiness: Fully Hardy (UK)Maintenance: Low - Prune to desired height.