Grow the elegant Eucalyptus Lehmannii in your garden for its aromatic foliage and delicate blooms. This hardy and fast-growing variety is perfect for hedges, screens, or standalone ornamental trees. Its silvery-green leaves and subtle flowers provide year-round interest and add a calming, fragrant touch to your landscape.
Features:
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Produces aromatic, silver-green foliage and small fragrant flowers
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Hardy and fast-growing, suitable for hedges or decorative planting
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Low-maintenance once established
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Adds texture, fragrance, and year-round visual interest
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Ideal for small to medium-sized gardens and container planting
Specifications:
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Type: Evergreen flowering tree
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Height: 15–25 feet (4.5–7.5 m) when mature
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Spread: 6–12 feet (1.8–3.6 m)
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Light requirements: Full sun
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Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
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Germination: 14–28 days under optimal conditions
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in warm climates.
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Plant seeds 1/8–1/4 inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
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Maintain soil temperature around 70–75°F (21–24°C).
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Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings emerge.
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Transplant outdoors when seedlings are sturdy, spacing 6–12 feet apart.
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Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.
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Prune lightly to shape growth and encourage bushier development.