Family: Myrtaceae
Scientific name: Eucalyptus camphora
Common name: Mountain Swamp Gum
Origin: New South Wales and Victoria (Australia)

The Mountain Swamp Gum originally grew in the swamps and valleys of the mountains in New South Wales and Victoria. The species is resistant to regular flooding and therefore thrives in a moist environment. The species is hardy up to -15 degrees Celsius and is one of the few eucalyptus trees that can grow well in partial shade. The maximum height is 10 meters in nature.

Sowing description: Sow seeds on the surface of sowing mix. Keep the soil constantly moist and let them germinate at around 25 degC on a bright spot. 

Sowing time: Whole year 
Difficulty: Intermediate
Minimum temperature: -15 degrees Celsius

Photo 2: Thornhayes Nursery