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Lemon Eucalyptus Seeds - Evergreen Tree
(Eucalyptus / Corymbia citrodora)
* Common Names = Lemon Eucalyptus or Blue-Spotted Gum Tree
* Tall and slender evergreen tree - native to Australia, where it is used for structural timber
* Smooth, gray bark and narrow 7-inch-long yellow-green lemon-scented leaves.
* Sometimes grown as an annual from seed - rapidly reaching 6-8' tall in just one growing season.
* The essential oil of the Corymbia citriodora mainly consists of about 80-90% citronella, used in perfumery, potpourri, and as an insect repellent.
* Aboriginal traditions use very small amounts of oil from the leaves to relieve coughs, colds, sore throats, and as an antibacterial.
* Can grow in a container as an indoor or outdoor ornamental plant.
* Drought-tolerant and does well in poor soil.
* Not suitable for cold, windy climates.
The dried leaves are also available in our shop, when stock is plentiful.
OTHER QUANTITIES OF THESE SEEDS:
www.ebay.com/itm/123813688842 ALL SEEDS AVAILABLE: www.ebay.com/str/trifectabotanicals/Planting-Seeds/_i.html?store_cat=40687257012 Life Cycle: Evergreen
Height: 60-90 ft (3-4 ft if container-bound)
Max Width: 25 ft
USDA Zone: 6-11
Light: Full Sun / Partial Sun
GROWING RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. Surface-sow seeds in shallow pots with moistened seed-starting mix. Spritz with water to settle into soil.
2. Place in warm indirect sunlight and keep soil moist. Germination will occur in 7-21 days.
3. Transplant into bigger pots as needed-- Trees will remain under 4 ft if container-bound. Grow indoors near a sunny window, or move outdoors after last frost as a mosquito-repelling patio ornament.
Germination: 85%
HAPPY PLANTING!
PACKAGING & SHIPPING
Your order will be safely wrapped, and shipped USPS First-Class Package within 1-3 business days of payment.
A tracking number will be automatically provided when the shipping label has been printed.
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