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Forrest's Marlock

Eucalyptus Forrestiana

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Overview

Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus forrestiana) is a unique small tree or large shrub, reaching heights of 10-26 feet. Its notable features include bell-shaped yellow flowers and large, decorative fruits. The plant thrives in well-drained sandy or loamy soils, withstanding dry conditions. Ideal for specimen planting, it adds a touch of Australian native beauty and attracts wildlife. Hardy in USDA zones 9-10, it requires full sun exposure.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 9–11Type TreeClimate Mediterranean
Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — The plant thrives in well-drained sandy or loamy soils, withstanding dry conditions
Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus forrestiana) is a unique small tree or large shrubForrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — Its notable features include bell-shaped yellow flowers and large, decorative fruitsForrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — reaching heights of 10-26 feet

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Myrtaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — The plant thrives in well-drained sandy or loamy soils, withstanding dry conditions
Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus forrestiana) is a unique small tree or large shrub
Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — Its notable features include bell-shaped yellow flowers and large, decorative fruits
Forrest's Marlock (Eucalyptus Forrestiana) — reaching heights of 10-26 feet
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