This graceful, weeping tree grows to 6 m tall. Its young stems, leaves, buds and fruits are blue-green in color and are covered with a showy white, waxy flower, that is, they are glaucous. The mature trunk has decorative minni-ritchi bark—bark that peels in small curly flakes but does not come off. the trunk, the bark,foliage, flowers and fruit are all very appealing features.FlowersSilver Princess flowers vary in color from pink to red and are up to 4 cm in diameter. It is a signature plant that heralds the winter months. The spectacular showy flowers occur in clusters and produce nectar which is a good food source for birds during the winter.Plant conditionsThis plant occurs naturally on granite slabs and thrives in all soil types, but it is important that the site is free draining and in full sun. The Silver Princess is best planted in autumn and winter.WateringWater well at planting time and monitor soil moisture until rain returns after winter. Give a deep watering twice a week during the first summer.Once established, it should not require additional water, except for prolonged periods dry periods.PruningThis tree has a natural irregular and weeping shape that is part of its character and it is therefore difficult to prune. Some light pruning can be done once established if desired, including cutting stems for flower arrangements.Selective removal of certain fruits reduces branch weight and the risk of splitting.It can be cut at the base and allowed to reshoot.FertilizerApply slow release naturally blended 8-9 month fertilizer at time of plantingand annually as needed during the spring months.Pests and diseasesThis species sometimes scales and is prone to wind damage, but usually recovers easily. Any damaged branches can be carefully pruned.VariousPlant the Silver Princess as a specimen tree or in groups. Eucalyptus caesia is threatened inwild but has been a garden favorite for many years.
