Eucalyptus neglecta, commonly known as Omeo gum, [3] is a species of small tree that is endemic to a small area of Victoria, Australia. Older plants have rough, fibrous bark on the trunk, otherwise smooth grey to brownish bark, a crown of mostly lance-shaped, egg-shaped or oblong leaves arranged in opposite pairs, flower buds in groups of ...

Eucalyptus neglecta is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen tree with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by brown and green fruit. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

Noteworthy Characteristics White blooms and attractive, richly scented foliage. Care Root-hardy through Zone 6, possibly Zone 5, so stems die back to the ground each winter. Treat as a perennial in these zones. Performs best in full sun to partial shade. Tolerates heavy clay soils. Water well throughout the growing season and as winter approaches.

Common Name: Omeo Gum, Omeo Round-leaved Gum (Victoria) Status: Evergreen tree. Origin: Australia, distantly allied to the blue gums . Meaning of the name: neglecta – apparently so named because the species was originally overlooked (literally neglected) by the botanists, when it came to classification; it was not recognised as a distinct ...

Eucalyptus neglecta, commonly known as Omeo gum, is a species of small tree that is endemic to a small area of Victoria, Australia. Older plants have rough, fibrous bark on the trunk, otherwise smooth grey to brownish bark, a crown of mostly lance-shaped, egg-shaped or oblong leaves arranged in opposite pairs, flower buds in groups of between ...

Native to Australia, mountains of east Victoria, often an understory tree along creeks at higher altitudes. Omeo is a very small town in Victoria. The name is derived from the Aboriginal word for 'mountains' or 'hills'.

Eucalyptus neglecta omeo gum tree is the perfect ornamental tree for any garden! With a fast growth rate and fragrant smell, this unique tree will turn heads to passersby. It makes the perfect focal point in your landscape! Native in Australia, the eucalyptus tree migrated to the USA for fiber production in 1959.

The Omeo Gum is a popular species and deservedly so, having spectacular large leaves on a small tree or large shrub that make it ideal for use as a screening plant. It is tolerant of some shade, and of both cold and humid heat, making it one of the few eucalypts suitable for the southeastern United States.

Grows best in a moist, but well-drained soil in full sun, but can also tolerate wetter soils and unusually partial shade. Suitable for mildly acidic to mildly alkaline soils. Able to withstand cold temperatures when mature but shelter from cold, drying winds especially when young. See eucalyptus cultivation.