Eucalyptus ‘Round-leaved Mallee’

Eucalyptus orbifolia

Features

  • Cut-and-come-again
  • Dryable
  • Foliage & Filler
  • Fragrant
  • Heat-loving

Description

This strongly-scented variety has glaucous foliage that bends and arches, sending off whirling side branches. It makes an excellent bouquet filler when the foliage has fully ripened. Each plant produces loads of stems that are perfect for flower arranging and can also be dried for later use. Of all of the eucalyptus we’ve grown, this is our top favorite.

Details

Plant type: tender perennial
Height: 36 to 42 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 120 to 150 days
Plant spacing: 18 to 24 in
Pinch: not necessary

Seed Sowing & Growing Notes

Can be grown as an annual from seed if started early—10 to 12 weeks before last frost. Sow seed on the surface of the soil and do not cover. Seeds are very slow to germinate and take 45 days to sprout, so be patient.

Harvesting/Vase Life

Harvest once foliage is mature and tips are no longer droopy. Expect a vase life of 14 days or more. Foliage can also be dried and used indefinitely.

Details

Description

This strongly-scented variety has glaucous foliage that bends and arches, sending off whirling side branches. It makes an excellent bouquet filler when the foliage has fully ripened. Each plant produces loads of stems that are perfect for flower arranging and can also be dried for later use. Of all of the eucalyptus we’ve grown, this is our top favorite.

Details

Plant type: tender perennial
Height: 36 to 42 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 120 to 150 days
Plant spacing: 18 to 24 in
Pinch: not necessary

Seed Sowing & Growing Notes

Can be grown as an annual from seed if started early—10 to 12 weeks before last frost. Sow seed on the surface of the soil and do not cover. Seeds are very slow to germinate and take 45 days to sprout, so be patient.

Harvesting/Vase Life

Harvest once foliage is mature and tips are no longer droopy. Expect a vase life of 14 days or more. Foliage can also be dried and used indefinitely.

Sources

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