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Eucalyptus |
| Eucalyptus spp. |
Eucalyptus is a large genus of rapidly growing broad-leaved evergreen trees.
Juvenile forms are grown as foliage plants for their visual and aromatic appeal.
Dyed in an assortment of colors
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amber, blue-green, concord, green,
merlot, orange, plum, red, sage,
and spring-green |
Perennial
(Annual in some climates) |
| Common Names |
Euc |
| Height |
various |
| Cultivar |
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| Propagation |
By seed sown under screens. |
| Cultivation |
Dry soil in warm climates. |
| Disease |
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| Harvest |
Leaves cut when 'hardened'. |
| Drying |
Preserved with Glycerin (and dyed). |
| Uses |
Eucalyptus is universally used in dried arrangements. |
| Comments |
Under high humidity, the glycerine can leak from the stem. |
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