Eucalyptus seeanaEyre Yate Gum

The Eucalyptus seeana, or Eyre Yate Gum, is a tall and elegant Australian native tree known for its smooth, mottled bark in shades of grey and cream, complemented by its narrow, glossy green leaves. This fast-growing evergreen species can reach heights of 20 to 30 metres, making it ideal for windbreaks, shade, or as a striking feature in large landscapes. In summer, it produces clusters of small, creamy white flowers that attract birds, bees, and other pollinators.

Hardy and drought-tolerant once established, Eyre Yate Gum is well-suited to a variety of climates and soil types, offering ecological benefits and visual appeal.

Specifications

• Height20 to 30 metres
• Width8 to 12 metres
• Native toAustralia (Western Australia)
• FoliageNarrow, glossy green leaves; evergreen
• Growth rateFast

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
• LightFull sun
• WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate, arid, and subtropical regions

Additional Features

• BarkSmooth, mottled grey and cream bark, peeling in strips
• FlowersClusters of small, creamy white blooms in summer
• FormUpright growth with a spreading canopy
• UsesIdeal for windbreaks, shade, reforestation, or as a feature tree
• SpacingPlant 8 to 12 metres apart for individual displays or rows
• Low MaintenanceMinimal pruning required; shape as desired
• Pest ResistanceNaturally resilient and pest-free
• Drought TolerancePerforms well in low-water gardens once established
• Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract birds, bees, and pollinators
• TimberDurable wood suitable for construction and furniture-making

The Eyre Yate Gum is a hardy and versatile tree, perfect for adding shade, beauty, and ecological value to large gardens, farms, and landscapes.