Eucalyptus Globulus, Tasmanian Blue Gum, Tree 50 Seeds (Fast Fragrant Evergreen) Uses The dusty blue-green leaves of the Eucalyptus are refreshingly aromatic. The attractive, peeling bark also carries the familiar fragrance for use in closets, drawers, or anywhere you want to add a fresh scent. Wonderful in flower arrangements, with its showy leaves. Plus its fresh, clean aroma will fill your home for days. The Eucalyptus aroma naturally repels fleas and ticks away from your yard. For added protection, put some leaves under your pet's bed or in areas where they like to sleep. No leaves to rake. It keeps its foliage year-round. So you enjoy color in the winter when all other trees are bare and brown. Say the word 'eucalyptus' and many people will instantly think of koalas and the smell of the tree's oil. However, Eucalyptus is not a single species but an entire genus with almost 750 species. Aside from a few exceptions from Papua New Guinea and Indonesia and one from the Philippines, Eucalyptus is native exclusively to Australia. The oil extracted from its leaves has numerous medicinal uses but can be toxic in large quantities. Koalas and some possums are tolerant to its effects, which is just as well as the koala feeds on virtually nothing but Eucalyptus leaves. Other Names: Tasmanian Blue Gum, Southern Blue Gum Zone: 9-11 (Hardy to 25F) Growth Rate: Fast (up to 6 feet per year) Plant Type: Aromatic Evergreen Tree Family: Myrtaceae Native Range: Australia Height: 100 to 180 Feet Shape: Slender, airy canopy Bloom Time: Winter Bloom Color: White Flower/Fruit: Very small creamy white flowers in winter, followed by urn-shaped seed capsules. Sun: Full Sun Fall Color: Evergreen Drought Tolerance: High Water: Light to Moderate Maintenance: Low Site Requirements/ Soil Tolerances: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy Soils. Succeeds in most soils, dislikes chalk. Tolerant of salt and wind making it a useful plant for coastal areas. Neutral to slightly acidic soil. Our seeds/bulbs are guaranteed to be fresh but are NOT guaranteed as to results. Sorry, but there are too many variables in gardening that can impact germination. Flower seeds/bulbs are a live organism. Their germination depends on many factor including heat, cooling, sun, shade, moisture, time of sowing, etc. None of these things We can control so We can not be held responsible for them. So please do not ask for a refund, replacement or to return unused seeds/bulbs.