Eucalyptus pulv. 'Baby Blue'

Overview and Features

Eucalyptus pulverulenta 'Baby Blue', often referred to as Dwarf Silver-leaved Eucalyptus, is a compact, ornamental eucalyptus prized for its intensely silvery-blue, round foliage and strong aromatic quality. The small, upright habit and striking foliage make it ideal for cutting gardens, containers, or modern landscapes.

'Baby Blue' is a selection of the species Eucalyptus pulverulenta, bred specifically for its smaller size and dense branching, which encourages an abundance of juvenile foliage—the type most valued in floristry for arrangements and bouquets.

• Silvery-blue, rounded leaves that spiral neatly along the stems

• Extremely popular in cut-flower production and floral design

• Forms a compact shrub or small tree: typically 1.5–2.5 m high

• Evergreen, with year-round visual interest

• Aromatic foliage—strong menthol/eucalyptus scent

• Fast-growing and deer resistant

Growing Conditions and Maintenance

Eucalyptus ‘Baby Blue’ is relatively easy to grow in the right setting. It thrives in sunny, open spaces with well-drained soil and requires minimal care once established.

• Light Requirements:

  • Requires full sun—at least 6 hours per day

  • Prefers open positions with good air circulation

• Soil Preferences:

  • Tolerates a wide range of soils, including sandy, loamy, or clay, provided they are well-draining

  • Prefers neutral to slightly acidic pH

  • Avoid waterlogged or compacted soils

• Watering:

  • Water well during the first growing season to establish roots

  • Once established, it is drought-tolerant

  • Avoid excessive watering—roots are prone to rot in soggy conditions

• Feeding:

  • Typically does not require feeding in fertile soil

  • If needed, apply a balanced fertiliser in spring

• Pruning:

  • Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth and preserve juvenile foliage

  • Best pruned in early spring or late summer

  • Can be hard-pruned annually to produce straight stems for floristry

Landscape and Design Uses

'Baby Blue' is ideal for gardens with a modern, Mediterranean, or architectural aesthetic, and is also widely used in commercial cutting gardens and flower farms.

• Best Uses:

  • Cut foliage production for fresh and dried arrangements

  • In mixed borders or specimen planting

  • As a container feature on patios and terraces

  • Excellent for low hedging or screening in small spaces

• Companion Plants:

  • Complements lavender, rosemary, grasses, salvias, and succulents

  • Use as contrast against dark green or purple foliage plants

• Container Growing:

  • Suited to large pots with excellent drainage

  • Choose a loam-based compost with added grit

  • Repot every 1–2 years or root-prune to maintain size

Additional Notes

• Hardiness:

  • Hardy in mild areas (approx. RHS H4, down to –5°C to –10°C)

  • May need winter protection in colder regions or exposed sites

  • Container plants can be moved to shelter during cold snaps

• Pest and Disease Resistance:

  • Generally resistant to most pests and diseases

  • Monitor for aphids or scale insects in sheltered or crowded conditions

• Fragrance and Pollinators:

  • Foliage is highly aromatic

  • Flowers (small white clusters) may appear in older plants and attract bees and pollinators

• Size
  2 Ltr, 3 canes

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