





Eucalyptus pulverulenta

Lavandula angustifolia

Salvia nemorosa

Papaver orientale

Lavandula intermedia

Erigeron karvinskianus

Achillea millefolium

Lavatera hybrida

Salvia pratensis

Helleborus orientalis

Helleborus orientalis

Digitalis purpurea

Phlomis russeliana

Achillea millefolium

Alchemilla mollis

Verbena bonariensis

Aquilegia vulgaris

Salvia nemorosa

Gypsophila paniculata

Helleborus orientalis

Eragrostis spectabilis

Rudbeckia fulgida

Anemone tomentosa

Achillea millefolium

Delphinium hybrida

Helichrysum bracteatum

Helichrysum bracteatum

Paeonia

Helleborus orientalis

Nepeta faassenii
Lemon-scented eucalyptus will arrive as a strong and healthy seedling, ready for its new home under your care. Because this species is classified here as a portable plant with limited frost resistance, growing it in a container or a spacious planter is essentially the only reliable way to succeed. Place the pot with the eucalyptus in the sunniest spot available to you – full sun and plenty of warmth are essential for the production of aromatic essential oils, which give the plant its wonderful lemon scent. When choosing a container, keep in mind that the plant grows very quickly and typically reaches a height of 150 to 200 centimeters in containers. The soil itself should be relatively lean and, above all, perfectly permeable. If repotting is needed, mix standard potting soil with some sand so that water can always drain away freely and the roots do not sit in water.
Proper watering and fertilizing are the foundation of success, even if the cultivation difficulty is rated for more advanced gardeners. The rule for watering is quite clear: water the eucalyptus evenly; it dislikes overwatering, but long periods of drying out are also not beneficial. During hot summer months, the plant uses more water in a sunny spot, so check the moisture of the substrate regularly. To strengthen growth and overall resilience, fertilize older plants once every 14 days from April to August with a liquid fertilizer containing potassium. Great news for every grower is that this tree is completely free of diseases and pests. Its strong scent acts as a natural repellent. It is important to note, however, that although it smells amazing, its leaves are poisonous, so it is meant purely for decorative purposes and to scent the air, not for consumption.
Aesthetic appearance and the compactness of your plant can be encouraged with proper pruning. Regular pinching is recommended for dense and even growth, which will help the eucalyptus form a richer crown and prevent it from stretching too much toward the sun. These clipped branches with beautiful green, elongated leaves are very popular in floristry, as they are excellent for both fresh arrangements and drying. In June, with a bit of luck, delicate white or cream-colored flowers may appear, although this is not the rule for young potted plants. As the end of the season approaches and outdoor temperatures threaten to drop below freezing, it is time to move it. Frost resistance is limited to temperatures around -6 °C (zone 9a). Overwintering should be done in a bright and cool space, where you can protect the plant from frost while giving it a winter rest with reduced watering.
The information given is based on our experience, please use it as a guide only. Times may vary depending on the season, climate, location, sowing and transplanting dates and possibly also the conditions in the greenhouse/greenhouse. We always recommend testing how the plant performs in your conditions. Please do not take this as a guarantee.
See how the seedling looks over the course of a year.




Eucalyptus cinerea

Eucalyptus pulverulenta

Eucalyptus websteriana

Alchemilla mollis

Achillea millefolium

Verbena bonariensis

Salvia nemorosa

Perovskia atriplicifolia

Gaura lindheimeri

Echinacea purpurea

Echinacea pallida

Salvia nemorosa

Eryngium planum

Echinacea purpurea

Calamintha nepeta

Rudbeckia fulgida

Calamintha nepeta ssp. nepeta

Gaura lindheimeri

Salvia nemorosa

Leucanthemum vulgare

Achillea millefolium

Perovskia atriplicifolia

Salvia nemorosa