Rainbow Eucalyptus Mindanao Gum Tree

The Rainbow Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta), also called Mindanao Gum, is a fast-growing ornamental tree famous for its multicolored bark that peels to reveal streaks of green, blue, orange, and maroon. Grown in Homestead, Florida, it ships in a 2-gallon container at roughly 3 to 4 feet tall.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Eucalyptus deglupta (Mindanao Gum)
• Light: Full sun
• Water: Regular; well-drained soil
• Cold hardiness: Tolerates temperatures down to the 20s F
• Size on arrival: About 3 to 4 feet, 12 to 18 months old
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance once established
• Type: Ornamental shade tree

Best for

• A colorful focal point in the landscape
• Warm and subtropical gardens
• Gardeners wanting a low-maintenance ornamental
• Large open spaces where the trunk can be admired
• A standout conversation piece

How to grow

Plant in full sun in well-drained soil and water regularly while the tree establishes. It is cold hardy into the 20s F and needs little maintenance once settled, rewarding you with its signature multicolored trunk over time.

About Everglades Farm

Everglades Farm grows its Rainbow Eucalyptus in Homestead, Florida, where the subtropical climate supports strong, healthy growth.