Willow Peppermint Gum Also known as narrow-leaved black peppermint, Eucalyptus nicholii boasts an amazingly attractive foliage when coppiced regularly, with its exceptionally short narrow leaves, and bright red stems, it is best kept to a smaller size in smaller garden to appreciate its young leaves and stunning scent, though equally at home in a larger garden where it will grow to a mid sized tree. Site: Requires some shelter from wind when young,Soil: Prefers Well-drained, not too dryPosition: Full sun,Season of Interest: Evergreen, Attractive bark all year, Summer flowersHardiness: Hardy to -10°Height: 40ft (12m) Spread: 20ft (6m)