Botanical Name
Eucalyptus pulverulenta baby blue
Common Name
Baby Blue
Description
Eucalyptus pulverulenta ‘Baby Blue’ is a compact, small-growing eucalypt with a dense, spreading habit, often retaining its juvenile foliage into maturity. The rounded leaves are a soft silvery-blue, with a fine powdery bloom that covers the foliage, stems and new growth. Creamy white flowers appear from late autumn through to spring, followed by woody, cup-shaped capsules. It is widely grown for its ornamental foliage and neat habit, making it well suited to feature planting, low hedging or use as cut foliage.
Plant Category
Trees
Size (H x W)
4-6 m x 3-5 m
Reliability
Habitat
A cultivated selection of Eucalyptus pulverulenta, a species native to south-eastern Australia, typically found on slopes and tablelands in well-drained soils. In the garden, it performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of dry conditions once established and is well suited to open positions. Light pruning can be used to maintain a compact shape and encourage fresh juvenile growth.
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