Book-Leaf Mallee Eucalyptus Seed
Book-Leaf Mallee Eucalyptus Seed
Compact plants with small, heart-shaped leaves.
Upright plants are not as productive as our other eucalyptus, but the unique, adorable, gray-blue foliage is perfect for small design work and dried florals. 1/2" leaves. Also known as Kruse's Mallee. Ht. 18–30". Avg. 37,800 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
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SOWING: Transplant (recommended): Sow seed into cell trays or open flats 10-12 weeks before last frost. Cover seeds lightly with fine vermiculite. Bottom water or mist to avoid covering seed with displaced soil. If started in open flats, transplant to cell packs or 3-4" containers when the first true leaves appear. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost. Black plastic mulch is recommended in areas with short growing seasons. Eucalyptus may be grown as a perennial in areas that receive no frost.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Well-drained fertile soil.
PLANT SPACING: 12-24".
HARDINESS ZONES: Zones 9-11.
HARVEST: Fresh: Harvest anytime after leaves start to feel leathery. Easily preserved with glycerin.
USES: Excellent cut or dried flower foliage. Accent in beds. Excellent container plants.
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Eucalyptus spp.
ALTERNATE NAMES: Cider gum, gum, euc
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