Eucalyptus microtheca 'Blue Ghost'
Blue Ghost Eucalyptus
Description
'Blue Ghost'? is a superior eucalyptus for handling heat, cold, drought and alkaline soil conditions. Its blue/silver foliage, fast growth to 40' tall and lack of susceptibility to chlorosis makes this variety of Eucalyptus microtheca the best for southwestern landscapes. -Desert Tree Farm
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Blue Green, Silver
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Leaf Season
Evergreen
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Clay
Soil Condition
Average, Poor
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
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Location Uses
Background, Lawn
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
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Water Saving Tip:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.