Eucalyptus - Silver Dollar (Eucalyptus cinerea) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Foliage

Eucalyptus - Silver Dollar (Eucalyptus cinerea) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Foliage

Type: Perennial (Grown as an annual in colder climates)

Description:

Eucalyptus ‘Silver Dollar’ (Eucalyptus cinerea) is a striking evergreen shrub or small tree prized for its rounded, silvery-blue leaves with a soft, aromatic fragrance. The foliage adds unique texture to gardens, floral arrangements, and dried bouquets. Fast-growing and highly ornamental, this variety is deer-resistant and attracts pollinators while offering a refreshing scent.

Start Indoors:

Begin seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before your last expected frost date. This gives young seedlings time to establish before transplanting outdoors in warmer weather.

How to Sow:

1. Gently scarify the seeds by lightly rubbing them between two pieces of sandpaper.

2. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours prior to planting to enhance germination.

3. Sow seeds on the surface of a moist, well-draining seed-starting mix. Do not bury—light aids germination.

4. Cover with a clear dome or plastic wrap to retain moisture, and place in a warm, bright location (70–75°F / 21–24°C).

5. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Germination Rate:

Approximately 50–70% under ideal conditions. Germination may take 14–28 days, so be patient and keep conditions steady.

Cultivation Instructions:

• Soil: Prefers well-draining, sandy or loamy soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5.

• Light: Requires full sun for optimal growth.

• Watering: Moderate; water regularly until established, then allow the soil to dry between waterings. Drought-tolerant once mature.

• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to support vigorous growth.

• Spacing: Space plants 3-5 feet apart for shrub growth or 6-8 feet for tree formation.

• Pruning: Regular pruning encourages bushier growth and controls size.

Stratification & Germination:

• Germination Temperature: 70-80°F

• Stratification: Cold stratification recommended. Refrigerate seeds in moist sand for 30 days before sowing.

• Sowing: Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed.

• Depth: Sow seeds on the soil surface and press in lightly; they require light to germinate.

• Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 14-30 days.

Seed count: 5

Eucalyptus ‘Silver Dollar’ is a fast-growing, aromatic foliage plant ideal for gardens, floral arrangements, and container growing, bringing beauty and fragrance year-round.