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Eucalyptus delegatensis subsp. tasmaniensis

Eucalyptus delegatensis subsp. tasmaniensi

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A rare species, native to the moist alpine regions of central Tasmania, this majestic gum tree, with an erect habit, is the 2nd tallest eucalyptus and the 9th tallest tree in the world. Highly ornamental and with rapid growth, this large tree can reach 40 to 50 metres (131 feet 2 inches to 164 feet) in height. As an adult, its trunk and main branches are covered with fibrous and filamentous bark that peels off in strips, revealing smooth, mottled, white, cream, yellow and grey bark. Its aromatic vegetation is composed of long glaucous green leaves, with a beautiful shine. Due to its origins, it is able to adapt to the harsh conditions of severe and rainy winters. Attractive all year round, it quickly becomes a highly noticed specimen, provided it is given a prime spot in a large garden.
Height at maturity
40 m
Spread at maturity
15 m
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -12°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil, Damp soil
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Best planting time March, September
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

Eucalyptus delegatensis subsp. tasmaniensis, synonym of E. risdonii var. elata is one of the tallest Australian trees, endemic to the mountain regions of Tasmania, where the largest known specimen reaches 87 metres (285 feet 5 inches). It stands out with its good cold resistance (down to - 12°C (53.6 °F)), and its ability to withstand harsh climate conditions and adapt to wet soils. This beautiful tree, with a majestic and balanced stature, soars on a very straight trunk, covered with fibrous and stringy bark, with an open and airy canopy and glaucous green foliage. The most beautiful specimens can reach 60 metres (196 feet 11 inches) high, which means choosing a suitable location in a large garden or park. It should be planted in an open space, in full sun, in acid or neutral, moist, well-drained soil, not too dry in summer.

Belonging to the Myrtaceae family, the Eucalyptus delegatensis subsp. tasmaniensis is a subspecies endemic to Tasmania, from all the alpine regions located between 500 and 1000 m (1640 ft 5 in and 3280 ft 10 in), outside the southwest. In these regions, with quite high rainfalls (sup. to 1200 mm/year), it grows on well-drained soils, made up of volcanic rocks and exposed to quite harsh climatic conditions (rain, wind, snow, frost). The denomination subsp. tasmaniensis refers to the state of Tasmania, the distribution area of this subspecies. In Australia, this species is an important source of timber.

This eucalyptus forms a tree, with an erect habit and a straight trunk, relatively devoid of branches. With rapid growth, in its natural habitat, it reaches a height of 40 to 60 m (131 ft 2 in to 196 ft 11 in) and 10 to 20 m (32 ft 10 in to 65 ft 7 in) in width. Under our climates it hardly exceeds 40 m (131 ft 2 in) in height. Unlike many Eucalyptus, this species does not have a lignotuber, a swelling of the collar at ground level (rich in starch) which allows the stump to restart in case of severe frost, fire or severe pruning. When young, it displays glaucous to reddish branches, bearing juvenile foliage, consisting of leaves, with short petioles, opposite, ovate, 3 to 7 cm (1.2 to 2.8 in) long and 2 to 6 cm (0.8 to 2.4 in) wide, pendulous, blue-green. Then, as it develops, the leaves are petiolate, alternate and take a lanceolate to crescent shape, 9 to 20 cm (3.5 to 7.9 in) long for 2 to 4 cm (0.8 to 1.6 in) wide, shiny, a pretty green. The leaves are leathery and slightly aromatic and give off a menthol fragrance when crushed, rich in eucalyptol. As it ages, the thick bark peels off in strips, revealing a smooth underlayer, cream to light grey or yellowish, or even green-yellow. Flowering occurs from January to March, on plants a few years old. The inflorescence, arranged in the leaf axil, is composed of 7 to 15 floral buds gathered in a tight bouquet and blooms into small flowers with numerous cream-white anthers, forming a pompom about 1 cm (0.4 in) in diameter. Rich in nectar, they are very attractive to bees. After flowering, the fruits, called "gumnuts", appear in the form of a woody, globular, truncate capsule, attached to the branch by a short petiole. Of a beautiful whitish-grey colour, they remain attached to the stem for a long time.

The Gum tree delegatensis subsp. tasmaniensis finds a place in a large garden, planted as a specimen in an open space to appreciate the beauty of its bark and the elegance of its foliage. In order to highlight its architectural habit, it is trained on a single trunk. It tolerates both semi-mountain and semi-arid climates in summer, and its resistance to cold will go down to -12°C (10.4 °F). Note that this Eucalyptus, native to the highlands and alpine regions of Australia, tolerates peaty and sandy soils well, even regularly waterlogged, but not swampy. It dislikes asphyxiating soils, too clayey or too chalky. It is therefore comfortable in wet soils, which it has the ability to dry out.

 

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Eucalyptus delegatensis subsp. tasmaniensis (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 m
Spread at maturity 15 m
Habit spreading
Growth rate fast

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time February to April
Inflorescence Cluster
Fragrance slightly scented
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour blue
Aromatic? Fragrant foliage when creased
Foliage description Slightly aromatic foliage when crushed.

Botanical data

Genus

Eucalyptus

Species

delegatensis subsp. tasmaniensi

Family

Myrtaceae

Botanical synonyms

Eucalyptus risdonii var. elata

Origin

Australia

Product reference18815

Planting and care

Eucalyptus delegatensis subsp. tasmaniensis is best planted at the beginning of spring in cold regions, at the beginning of autumn in dry and hot climates in well-prepared soil, not too dry to fresh, in a very sunny situation. Clayey or silty soils, even limestone ones, are tolerated, as long as they are well-draining. A well-established specimen is hardy down to -12 °C (10.4 °F) under these conditions and does not mind snow. Young plants are more sensitive to severe frosts, especially if the frost sets in for several days and the soil is moist. In most regions, you can plant it in open ground, ensuring good drainage by adding coarse sand, pozzolan or non-limestone gravel. Then let nature take its course, the growth is rapid.

For the first two years, regular watering is necessary, then the bush can do without watering in summer. Fertiliser is not recommended. Pruning is not necessary, to let the unique habit of this superb eucalyptus express itself. However, it is well tolerated after flowering. The eucalyptus can be trained on a single trunk, by selecting the one that is best placed and cutting all the others flush.

Young plants take root most easily in open ground. The deep root system of the Eucalyptus does not like to be disturbed. Choose its location carefully, which will be permanent.

The mountain species are useful for their hardiness, but they dislike heatwaves and overly dry soils.

Planting period

Best planting time March, September
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Free-standing
Hardiness Hardy down to -12°C (USDA zone 8a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Damp soil, ordinary, not too dry and well drained

Care

Pruning instructions Pruning is not necessary, and even discouraged, to let the unique habit of this superb eucalyptus express itself. However, it is tolerated after flowering. One can form the eucalyptus on a single trunk, by selecting the one that is best positioned and cutting all the others to the ground.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to March
Soil moisture Moist soil, Damp soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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