Eucalyptus Macrocarpa - Rose of the West/Mottelcah

A striking small mallee eucalyptus famous for its enormous red flowers and silvery-blue foliage. The rounded leaves and thick stems give the plant a sculptural appearance, while the spectacular blooms can reach up to 10 cm across and are highly attractive to birds and pollinators. Native to Western Australia, it makes an exceptional feature plant in native gardens and dry landscapes.

🌳 Height:
3–5 m

🌿 Width:
3–4 m

🔧 Uses:
Feature plant in gardens
Native and pollinator gardens
Cut flower foliage and ornamental blooms
Habitat for birds and insects

🌱 Ideal growing conditions:
Well-drained sandy or gravelly soils
Full sun
Low humidity environments
Mediterranean or dry temperate climates

💪 Tolerates:
Poor soils
Heat
Light drought

💧 Drought hardy:
Yes — highly drought tolerant once established

❄️ Frost tolerant:
Low to moderate — light frost only; young plants may be damaged by heavy frost

🧂 Salt tolerant:
Low — prefers inland sites rather than exposed coastal areas