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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, requires light for germination

Other: Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +).|If germination does not occur after 3–4 weeks, it is recommended to cold stratify for 2–4 weeks.

Native to: Tasmania, Victoria

Introduced to: Albania, Assam, Azores, Baleares, Bangladesh, Bolivia, California, Cambodia, Canary Is., Caroline Is., China South-Central, China Southeast, Costa Rica, East Aegean Is., Easter Is., Ecuador, El Salvador, Eritrea, Ethiopia, France, Great Britain, Guatemala, Hawaii, India, Ireland, Italy, Juan Fernández Is., Kenya, Leeward Is., Madeira, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest, Morocco, New Zealand North, New Zealand South, Pakistan, Panamá, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, Rwanda, Sicilia, Spain, St.Helena, Tanzania, Transcaucasus, Uganda, Windward Is., Zimbabwe

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Eucalyptus globulusEucalyptus globulus

Blue Gum, Tasmanian Bluegum

In Stock: 0.503 lb (Total:0.503lb)

Eucalyptus globulus

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Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

142,659

Quantity:

0.5 lb

Collected in:

Australia

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834240

Characteristics

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Reunion

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, requires light for germination

Other: Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +).|If germination does not occur after 3–4 weeks, it is recommended to cold stratify for 2–4 weeks.

Native to: Tasmania, Victoria

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Introduced

Eucalyptus globulus, often called Tasmanian Blue Gum, stands as one of the most globally recognized eucalyptus species, thriving in diverse climates from its native Australia to California, Spain, and beyond. This towering evergreen can exceed 300 feet under ideal conditions, with its smooth, cream-colored bark and glossy green leaves creating a striking presence. Introduced to California in 1856, it has since become a staple in ornamental and practical planting strategies, widely used in windbreaks and along roadways. Tasmanian Blue Gum flourishes in temperate climates and high-altitude tropical areas, adapting well to various soil types provided they offer good drainage.

Remarkably fast-growing, this species can reach impressive heights rapidly, with certain subspecies achieving up to 34 feet in mere months. It plays a pivotal role in both ecological and economic landscapes, contributing significantly to global pulpwood supplies and yielding eucalyptus oil renowned for its cineole content, valuable in medicinal applications. Beyond its industrial uses, Tasmanian Blue Gum supports biodiversity, offering habitat and food for numerous species, making it a treasured asset in both natural and cultivated environments.