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We received some Lemon Eucalyptus on Mar 11, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Mar 11, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: Toxic
Pet safety guideAbout Lemon Eucalyptus
Lemon Eucalyptus (Corymbia citriodora, formerly Eucalyptus citriodora) is a tall fast-growing evergreen tree native to Queensland, Australia, recognized by its smooth powdery-white bark and narrow foliage with a strong lemon-citronella scent. In Florida landscapes it can reach considerable heights and is noted for its graceful upright crown.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Care essentials
Plant Lemon Eucalyptus in full sun; it requires maximum direct sunlight to thrive. This fast-growing tree is well-suited to NE Florida's climate once established and tolerates heat, drought, and sandy soils.
Water deeply at planting and during the first growing season; plant at the start of Florida's summer rainy season (June) for best establishment. Once established, Lemon Eucalyptus is drought-tolerant and needs little supplemental irrigation except during extended dry spells.
Performs best in well-drained sandy or loamy soil; amend with organic matter or ground rock phosphate on low-nutrient sandy sites. Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting to encourage establishment, but mature trees need minimal fertilization. Avoid planting in heavy clay or poorly drained soils to prevent root rot.
Similar needs
Lemon
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
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Persian Lime
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Abelia
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
African Daisy
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African Iris
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Common questions
Is Lemon Eucalyptus a good plant for St. Augustine?
Lemon Eucalyptus is an evergreen tree. Mature size: 40-100 feet × 15-30 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Low to Moderate. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.
What is the recorded pet toxicity for Lemon Eucalyptus?
Toxic