Eucalyptus

HIGHLIGHTS

• Popularly used as  – Rainbow Eucalyptus
• Flower – white to pale yellow
• Edible – part no
• Growth – Fast growth rate
• Uses -Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally

PLANTING & CARE

• Temperature – Prefers temperature 20 to 30 degrees C
• Water – Newly planted-Water moderately, watering thoroughly throughout the soil, but let the top third of the mixture dry out before re-watering.
• Light – If you’re growing eucalyptus indoors, place the tree in the sunniest window, preferably south-facing
• Fertilizer – As for fertilizer, much of the eucalyptus tree information recommends against the use of fertilizer, as they do not appreciate phosphorus.
• Pruning – pruning too near the onset of cold weather or post freezing temperatures can trigger dieback and encourage disease.

SPECIFICATION

• Plant – Eucalyptus
• Flower colour -white to pale yellow
• Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
• Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
• Weight – 2-3 Kgs