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Eucalyptusgracilis

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Eucalyptus gracilis by Stake
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Family
Myrtaceae (mir-TAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Eucalyptus (yoo-kuh-LIP-tus)
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Species
gracilis (GRASS-il-is)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Shiny/Glossy
Height
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

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Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Shrubs
Trees
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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