EUCALYPTUS PULVERULENTA Florists Silver Dollar – Baby Blue Bouquet 4,5L

Description

4L Baby Blue Bouquet Eucalyptus – Florist’s Favorite Greenery
(Eucalyptus pulverulenta ‘Baby Blue’)
Elevate your garden, patio, containers, or floral creations with our premium 4L Baby Blue Bouquet Eucalyptus! This stunning variety is a top choice for cut-flower growers, landscapers, and home gardeners seeking that signature silvery-blue eucalyptus look with exceptional vase life.
Key Features:
Compact, Jewel-Like Foliage – Smaller, rounder leaves (typically 3–5 cm across) in a soft, powdery blue-green hue – much more delicate and compact than standard Silver Dollar Eucalyptus.
Adorable Tips & Florets – Leaf tips form charming rounded clusters that add whimsical texture; excellent vase life (often 2–3+ weeks) thanks to the natural waxy coating – stays fresh without quick wilting.
Bush-Like Growth Habit – Grows as a dense, sprawling shrub or small multi-stem tree. Easily maintained at 1.8–3.6 m tall (and 1.5–2.5 m wide) with regular pruning; can reach 6–9 m if left unpruned. Ideal for smaller gardens, pots, or ongoing stem harvesting.
Sturdy, Long Stems – Strong, erect stems (great for cutting bunches 40–80 cm or longer) – perfect for bouquets, wreaths, bridal arrangements, fresh or dried displays. Highly aromatic!

Growing Conditions & Care:
Sunlight – Full sun is essential (at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily) for the best foliage colour, compact growth, and overall health.
Soil – Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates a range including sandy, loamy, or clay mixes. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH (around 6.0–7.5). Avoid waterlogged conditions to prevent root issues.
Watering – Regular watering for young plants (keep soil moist but not soggy during the first 1–2 years to establish roots). Once established, highly drought-tolerant – allow the top soil to dry slightly between waterings. In containers, check more frequently as they dry out faster.
Hardiness & Climate – Hardy in zones 8–11 (handles light frosts down to about -7°C to -12°C once mature). Protect young plants from strong, cold, drying winds. In mild coastal areas like the Western Cape, it’s low-maintenance and evergreen.
Pruning & Maintenance – Prune regularly (spring/summer) for bushier shape, more stems, and to control height. Easy to grow and care for overall – deer-resistant and low-fertilizer needs (light feed in growing season if desired).
Whether you’re a professional florist creating airy, romantic designs or a home gardener wanting fragrant, long-lasting blue greenery, this Baby Blue Bouquet Eucalyptus delivers texture, colour, and reliability.
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(Pro tip: Harvest stems regularly to encourage bushier growth and endless fresh cuts!)