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Baby Blue Bouquet
Shrub
ShrubEucalyptus pulverulenta
- Full sun
- Zones 7–10
- 120 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 18" spacing
- Low water
- Perennial
Overview
Very similar to Baby Blue. Robust plants produce column-like, sturdy stems packed with waxy, silvery blue leaves. Round, 2" leaves. Also known as silverleaf mountain gum, gum, and euc. Tender perennial in Zones 9-11.
Planting
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost on moist seed-starting mix (do not cover; seeds need light). Transplant outdoors after all frost danger and soil warming.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil: Well-draining loam or sandy soil, low to moderate fertility, slightly acidic to neutral pH. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 10-21 days.