Evergreen Shrub – White-Leaved Mallee

White-leaved mallee 

Botanical name: eucalyptus albida 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 6-10 ft in height with a spread of 6-12 ft 

Bloom time: summer

Hardy zone: zones 8-10

Flower color: white

Foliage color: dark green/gray 

Growth rate: grows 1-3 ft per year 

Pruning instructions: prune in the late winter/early spring to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing 

Landscape use: accent or screening plant, container plant, herb garden 

Special features: deer and rabbit resistant, heat tolerant, attracts pollinators 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top several inches of soil to dry between watering periods 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced, slow release fertilizer once a year in the early spring as new growth begins to emerge 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam or clay 

Companion plants: lavender, salvia, rosemary, coneflower

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no