Description
Eucalyptus wandoo is a tree that typically grow to a height of 25 m (82 ft) and forms a lignotuber.
It has smooth white bark, often with patches of white, grey or light brown. Old layers of bark come off in flakes and it is not uncommon for a few flakes to persist on the trunk for a long time.
The wood of this species is extremely dense, and is used for a range of heavy duty construction purposes, including as railway sleepers and wood flooring. There was once an industry in the extraction of tannin from the bark and wood. These days the wood is not much available, as the wandoo forests are preserved for recreation and watershed protection. Wandoo is also famous for the honey produced from its nectar.
Germination Guide
🌍 Southwestern Western Australia, from Morawa in the north through the Darling Range to the Stirling Range and Pallinup River in the south
Moderate
Eucalyptus wandoo (wandoo or white gum) is a small to medium-sized tree endemic to southwestern Western Australia. Seeds require cold stratification for 2 weeks and light for germination, with seeds sown on the surface of well-draining substrate in a warm, well-lit environment for reliable germination within 2-4 weeks.
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
7 – 28 days
Temperature
Min 18°C
Ideal 21°C
Max 27°C
Substrate moisture
💧 Medium
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
well-draining sandy loam or light soil mix
Recommended container
seed tray or pots in propagator with cover to retain moisture
Growing Tips
Surface sow seeds without burying them as they require light to germinate. Dust lightly with fine soil to reduce tipping. Keep substrate moist but not waterlogged using a propagator or covered container to maintain humidity. Water seedlings from below, not from above, to avoid fungal issues. Germination temperature should be 18-21°C. Pot up seedlings into individual containers once the second set of true leaves develops. Transplant to larger containers when first true leaves are fully expanded and second pair begins to appear. Ready for field planting in early summer after hardening off.
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