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Moon Lagoon Dwarf Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus 'Moon Lagoon'
Pronunciation: EWE-cal-LIP-tuss
SKU #41422
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established water during dry spells.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 10 ft. tall, 8 to 10 ft. wide.
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| Description | A unique, fine-leaved, dwarf shrub with exceptional blue juvenile foliage that matures to blue-green. Regular pruning will promote the showier new foliage. A beautiful waterwise plant for use as a colorful evergreen hedge, screen or low windbreak. Excellent foliage for cut flower arrangements. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring to summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Bottlebrush (Callistemon); California Lilac (Ceanothus); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Aloe (Aloe); Cordyline (Cordyline) |
| Care Instructions | Provide well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system. Once established in landscape, reduce frequency - tolerates drought; continue to water container plants regularly. Feed before new growth begins in spring. Easily maintained to only 4 ft. tall with regular pruning. |
| History | Often listed as a selection of Eucalyptus latens, which is native to Western Australia, however it is also possible that this is a naturally occurring hybrid. |
Details
| Description | A unique, fine-leaved, dwarf shrub with exceptional blue juvenile foliage that matures to blue-green. Regular pruning will promote the showier new foliage. A beautiful waterwise plant for use as a colorful evergreen hedge, screen or low windbreak. Excellent foliage for cut flower arrangements. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring to summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Bottlebrush (Callistemon); California Lilac (Ceanothus); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Aloe (Aloe); Cordyline (Cordyline) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system. Once established in landscape, reduce frequency - tolerates drought; continue to water container plants regularly. Feed before new growth begins in spring. Easily maintained to only 4 ft. tall with regular pruning. |
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History
| History | Often listed as a selection of Eucalyptus latens, which is native to Western Australia, however it is also possible that this is a naturally occurring hybrid. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.