Tasmanian Blue Gum (Eucalyptus Globulus) 10 seeds (#2302)

A large and fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 100 meters in height under ideal conditions. Native to southeastern Australia, including Tasmania. The trunk is straight, tall with smooth, mottled bark that splits in long strips, revealing patches of white, bluish-gray, and brownish bark underneath.
The leaves are lanceolate, glossy, dark green bluish, arranged alternately along the branches. When crushed, it has a strong eucalyptus smell.
It blooms with white-cream colored flowers with many stamens. The flowers are arranged in bunches or inflorescences. Attracts pollinating insects and birds.
Unfortunately, it is a zone 8+ plant, so it does not overwinter in our cooler climates. It is grown only as a potted plant, which spends the summer in sunny areas of the garden or terrace, and when the weather cools down, it moves to warm and bright indoor rooms. Thus, it grows up to 2 meters high, is cut and pruned, and the leaves - green and dried - are used for flavoring.
This eucalyptus species is one of the most important economically cultivated species in the world. It is grown for various purposes including timber and ornamental. Wood is highly valued for its strength, durability and versatility. It is mostly used in construction, flooring, furniture and paper production. The wood is pale in color and is often referred to in the timber industry as 'Tasmanian Oak'.
Eucalyptus and the source of essential oils used for their medicinal, aromatic properties.

Genus - Eucalyptus
Species - Globulus
Common name - Tasmanian Blue Gum
Pre-Treatment - Not-required, but recommended
Hardiness zones - 9 - 11
Height - 45-100 m (1,5 - 2 m)
Spread - 10 m (1 m)
Plant type - Tree, Indoor plant
Vegetation type - Ornamental decidious
Exposure - Full sun
Growth rate - Fast
Soil PH - Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil type - Light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay)
Water requirements - Average, drought tolerant
Bloom season - July - August
Leaf / Flower color - Blue-Green / Yellow

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
Short cold/moist stratification recommended.
1. Place a single paper towel on a flat surface and spread the eucalyptus seeds onto the towel in an even layer. Place another paper towel on top of the seeds and then place the towel and seeds onto a plastic sandwich bag. Pour 2 tablespoons of water into the bag and seal it up.
2. Place the bag into a refrigerator that holds a temperature between +2-+4C. Keep the seeds in the refrigerator for 1 month.
3. Fill a seed tray with a potting soil. Place one to two eucalyptus seeds into each compartment and then sprinkle the tops of the seeds with 1-2 mm of soil.
4. Water the soil thoroughly with plain tap water.
5. Place the seed tray in a location that receives direct sunlight, and that has a temperature of between +15-+18C. Keep the seeds moist and they should germinate in about one to two weeks.