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Eucalyptus microtheca 'Blue Ghost'

Blue Ghost Eucalyptus

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Information by: Desert Tree Farm        Photographer: Desert Tree Farm

 

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

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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.