Eucalyptus pyriformis
PEAR FRUITED MALLEE
Myrtaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree or shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: ordinary soil, sand, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
5m

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Origins: Australia, WA

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Eucalyptus pyriformis
PEAR FRUITED MALLEE
Myrtaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree or shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: ordinary soil, sand, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
5m

FEATURES

Flowers: cream or crimson

Flowering Time: early winter to late spring

Ornamental Fruit: pear shaped

Bark & Stems: smooth bark


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits bush, coastal & mediterranean designs

Uses: shade tree, border, informal screen, coppice

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: bird attracting






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