Evergreen Trees (Flowering) – Silver Dollar Tree

Botanical name: eucalyptus cinerea

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 80 ft tall in height and 20 ft in width

Bloom time: spring and summer

Hardy zone: zones 4-9

Flower color: white

Foliage color: green/blue/gray/white

Growth rate: can grow 4-6 ft per year

Pruning instructions: trim to maintain shape and size in the winter

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: privacy/windbreak

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun a day

Special features: often used in flower arrangements, strong and calming aroma

Watering instructions: keep soil consistently moist

Fertilizing instructions : slow release liquid fertilizer once a month or as needed during the spring/summer

Best time to plant: spring or fall

Best type of soil: loam

Companion plants: lantana, salvia, oleander

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested

Invasive species: no