Eucalipt - Eucalyptus gunnii 'Blue Ice'

Eucalyptus gunnii 'Blue Ice' - a spectacular variety endemic to Tasmania, impressive for its silvery-blue foliage. It is an easy-to-grow shrub, compact, well-branched, evergreen, with rapid growth and high resistance to low temperatures.

Eucalyptus is naturally a good repellent for flies and mosquitoes, which is why it is often grown on terraces or in gardens. Due to its hardiness, it is also used as a windbreak, for covering fences, etc.

The foliage is frequently used in floral arrangements and bouquets because of its appearance and distinctive scent – the plants are pruned several times a year and then branch out quickly. In some countries, this variety is grown and extensively harvested for its hardwood, which can be used in construction, furniture making, or as fuel. The sap extracted from this tree is a good natural insecticide and repellent.

In Tasmania and Australia, the plant’s sap is used to prepare traditional alcoholic beverages through fermentation. The sap is sweet and aromatic, similar to maple syrup, but is considered toxic if ingested raw.

Botanical name: Eucalyptus gunnii var. divaricata

Other known names: Blue Gum, 'Blue Ice' Cider Gum,

Does not require special soil and is resistant to diseases and pests, being naturally considered "pest free." It withstands temperatures down to -20 °C without needing winter protection.

Height including pot: approx. 40-90 cm (varies depending on batch and season)

The appearance of the leaves may vary from one specimen to another – eucalyptus leaves change as they mature.

Recommendation: We recommend planting eucalyptus in the garden or in large pots placed outdoors during the summer. It is an outdoor plant and does not do well long-term in small pots. Do not expose the plant to strong sunlight before planting.

The transport pots in which the plants come are fragile and may break during handling and transport.

Note: This variety may show leaves/branches with defects or affected new growth, especially in the warm season – these aspects are due to international transport (these are imported plants), are characteristic of the species (it is a more sensitive variety), and do not affect the plants’ viability. Plant size and branching level vary depending on the season.