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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: New South Wales, Victoria

Introduced to: Tasmania

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Eucalyptus nitensEucalyptus nitens

Shining Gum

In Stock: 0.092 lb (Total:0.092lb)

Eucalyptus nitens

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Germination:

40%

Germination test:

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Purity:

96%

Seeds per lb:

1,440,000

Quantity:

0.09 lb

Collected in:

New South Wales

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1831656

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: New South Wales, Victoria

Introduced to: Tasmania

Native

Introduced

Eucalyptus nitens, commonly known as Shining Gum, is a fast-growing tree native to Victoria and New South Wales, thriving in coastal and temperate zones due to its ability to withstand winds when mature. Renowned for its shiny, fragrant foliage and tall, straight trunk cloaked in smooth, multi-toned bark, this tree boasts both aesthetic and practical value. Shining Gum features striking juvenile leaves and aromatic adult foliage, making it an increasingly popular choice for cut greenery. This vigorous species grows to impressive heights, though regular coppicing can manage its size. Its robust growth and high yield make Eucalyptus nitens ideal for timber, biomass, and firewood production, often reaching harvest potential within five years. The species is valuable to apiarists thanks to its ample nectar output. However, it is sensitive to cold, with younger trees needing shelter from harsh climates. Eucalyptus nitens is best suited for parklands, arboreta, and large landscapes where it can mature into a majestic specimen tree. It's a preferred choice for regions supporting agriculture enhancement as shelterbelts, adding both visual appeal and practical utility.