Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Seed
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Eucalyptus cinerea
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Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
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120 - 150 days
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Life Cycle
Life Cycle
Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).
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Tender Perennial
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Hybrid Status
Hybrid Status
Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
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Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next. -
Open Pollinated
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Product Features
Product Features
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Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets
- Variety good for fresh cut-flower displays.
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Ideal for Drying and Crafts
- Variety is excellent for creating dried flowers.
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Fragrant
- Variety is highly fragrant.
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Grows Well in Containers
- Variety does well when grown in a container.
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Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Seed
Large silvery blue-green leaves appear to be strung on the stem.
The most popular foliage for fresh, dried, or preserved use for large bunches and decorating. Also known as gum and euc. Tender perennial in Zones 9–11.Specs:
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Eucalyptus cinerea
-
Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
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120 - 150 days
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Life Cycle
Life Cycle
Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).
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Tender Perennial
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Hybrid Status
Hybrid Status
Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
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Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next. -
Open Pollinated
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Product Features
Product Features
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Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets
- Variety good for fresh cut-flower displays.
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Ideal for Drying and Crafts
- Variety is excellent for creating dried flowers.
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Fragrant
- Variety is highly fragrant.
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Grows Well in Containers
- Variety does well when grown in a container.
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- This product does not ship to the following states and jurisdictions: HI.
DAYS TO GERMINATION:
7-10 days at 75-80°F (24-27°C) or 14-21 days at 65-75°F (18-24°C). Provide high humidity during germination for best results.SOWING:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow into 128-cell flats or preferred seedling container 8-10 weeks before planting out. Cover seeds lightly at the time of sowing. Bottom water or mist to avoid displacing seeds. Seedlings do not like root disturbance. Harden off and transplant outdoors after danger of frost. Solar mulch is recommended in areas with short growing seasons.LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies.PLANT SPACING:
12-24".HARDINESS ZONES:
Zones 9-11. Eucalyptus may be grown as a perennial in areas that receive no frost or with adequate protection from frost in cooler regions.HARVEST:
After leaves start to feel leathery and stems are woody. Fresh cut stems can be hung to dry or preserved in a glycerin and water solution. Preserving with glycerin will result in more durable and pliable dried stems that have the appearance of freshly cut foliage.SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Well-drained, fertile soil.USES:
Excellent cut or dried flower foliage. Accent in beds. Excellent container plants.ALTERNATE NAMES:
Cider gum, gum, eucJohnny's is committed to your success, every step of the way.
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