Eucalyptus archeri
Eucalyptus archeri
Eucalyptus archeri
Eucalyptus archeri
Eucalyptus archeri
alpine cider Gum
Planted in the open ground, it survived a week of heatwave, then came through the winter well (-5°C), and finally Storm Nils with gusts of 150 km/h! A real pioneer! It leans a little but branches out well and is putting on new shoots upwards since the sun returned...
Nathalie, 24/03/2026
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Description
Eucalyptus archeri, commonly known as the alpine gum, comes to us from the Tasmanian Alps where it faces challenging climate and soil conditions. While it is similar to the Eucalyptus gunii, well-known to gardeners, it differs with slightly greener foliage, less significant growth, and superior hardiness. Starting as a bush in its youth, it eventually forms a graceful small tree with a light crown and fragrant foliage, decorative even in winter. Its pretty white pompom, winter flowers, and bark gently mottled with pink, grey-green, and white are also noteworthy. An ideal variety for small gardens, adaptable to most regions.
Eucalyptus archeri is an endemic species found in the northern Central Plateau and Northeast Tasmania. It can be found up to 1000m (3280 ft 10 in) altitude, growing in shallow soil among rocky outcrops, on mountain tops, and in sparse woods. Like all Eucalyptus, it belongs to the myrtle family. It grows relatively quickly, eventually forming a small elegant tree with an oval crown measuring about 8-9m (26 ft 2 in-29 ft 6 in) in height and 4.50m (14 ft 10 in) in width, depending on growing conditions. Its bark is smooth, pale grey or grey-green mixed with pink and white, sometimes with transverse scars. The foliage remains juvenile for 4 or 5 years on its branches. The juvenile leaves are round and small, a very light bluish-grey colour. The adult leaves are pendulous, larger, thinner, and thicker, with an elliptical or lanceolate shape. They are a shiny grey-green to silver-green and when crushed, the foliage emits a typical Eucalyptus scent. Flowering occurs from November to May, depending on the climate and year, typically in February-March. The white flowers are grouped in clusters of 3 at the axils of the leaves. This eucalyptus has a lignotuber just below the surface of the soil. This organ allows it to regenerate from the stump in case of severe frost, fire, or severe pruning. The plant also produces numerous shoots from dormant buds located under its bark, which makes it respond well to pruning and layering. Note that the alpine gum tolerates snow, wind, and sea spray. Its shallow root system is less hazardous to buildings and provides less competition for other plants in the garden. Its foliage only offers very light shade.
Eucalyptus archeri is likely to find its way into our gardens, given its numerous qualities. It works well in predominantly white or silver scenes. It adds an elegant and poetic touch to the garden when planted in hedges with other shrubs, in groups, or as a standalone specimen. Some suggested combinations include pairing it with a coyote willow or a weeping silver pear, both beautifully silver, or a purple hazelnut for contrast. It is easy to maintain, can withstand temperatures down to -18°C (-0.4 °F) once mature and is easily controlled through pruning. Lastly, it is ornamental at all stages of growth, from young to adult. Undemanding in terms of soil, it tolerates clay and some limestone.
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Eucalyptus
archeri
Myrtaceae
alpine cider Gum
Oceania
Planting and care
Eucalyptus archeri is best planted in early autumn or early spring, in well-prepared soil, not too dry but moist, in a very sunny location. Clay or loamy soils, even limestone, are well tolerated. However, this mountain species does not like very hot summers and arid soils. Water well at planting, then regularly during the first year, especially in dry weather and if the summer is dry and hot. Then let nature take its course, the growth is very rapid. No need to prune, but the plant tolerates pruning very well after 3 or 4 years of cultivation. In March, you can cut back near the ground to form a beautiful, dense bush, 2-3 m (6 ft 7 in-9 ft 10 in) tall.
This eucalyptus loves fresh and deep soils, near ditches or compost piles. Its roots are less powerful than those of other species, allowing it to be planted closer to foundations and installations (such as septic tanks, for example).
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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