Eucalyptus globulus - Tasmanian Blue Gum, Bloekomboom (10 Seeds)

Eucalyptus globulus

Common Name: Tasmanian Blue Gum, Southern Blue Gum, Blue Gum (Afr) Bloekomboom
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Plant Family: Myrtaceae

Plant Type: tree, evergreen, scented or aromatic, edible

Growth habit: erect
Growth Rate: fast, mature size: 30m. high x 15m. wide

 

Colour: leaf- dark green, flower- cream, fruit- grey, stem- brown

Season of interest: Winter
Position: full sun
Soil: moist, clay, sandy, pH preference - Neutral-Acid, pH tolerance - Any
Hardiness: minimum -12°C, USDA zone 9 to 10
Origin: Australia

Description:
An evergreen tree, one of the most widely cultivated trees native to Australia. The bark sheds often, peeling in large strips. The cream-colored flowers are borne singly in the leaf axils and produce copious nectar that yields a strongly flavored honey.

Cultivation:
It is especially well-suited to countries with a Mediterranean-type climate, but also grows well in high altitudes in the tropics.

Propagation:
Surface sow, dry and well-drained, rich soil preferred though many soils tolerated, full sun. Irregular germination optimal at 21- 24C. May be propagated using grafting, as well.

Design and Other Uses:
Windbreak, Shade tree, Firewood Timber, Essential oil, Honey, Herb tea

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