In the wild, the eucalyptus grows up to 50 meters high. With a regular pruning, however, you can also cultivate the deciduous tree in a pot. In contrast to a growth height, it roots only 30 cm deep. A bucket culture is also visually worthwhile. You can read more about the advantages of a eucalyptus as a potted plant in this article.
The eucalyptus should also be outdoors as a potted plant
Which species?
There are an estimated 100 species of eucalyptus, with characteristics that make each specimen special. The Eucalyptus gunii variety has proven particularly useful for pot culture. This is a frost-resistant species that grows slowly compared to its peers. This property makes the eucalyptus gunii easy to care for.
location
In summer, the eucalyptus feels most comfortable outdoors. However, you can also keep it as a houseplant or on the balcony. The main thing is that you choose a bright and warm location. Too little light punishes the deciduous tree by fading its blue shimmering leaves.
tips
Plant your eucalyptus near the terrace. Its aromatic scent repels insects, especially mosquitoes.
maintenance
pour
The eucalyptus comes from the warm regions of Tasmania and Australia. The tree is therefore used to heat. When it comes to watering, less is more. The deciduous tree is more forgiving of drought than waterlogging. Wait for the next watering until the substrate has dried.
Fertilize
In the growth phase between spring and autumn, support your eucalyptus with a two-week dose of complete fertilizer.
To cut
The most important thing in pot farming is cutting. Even if you choose the rather slow-growing eucalyptus gunii, neglecting it can quickly exceed the dimensions of the pot. When pruning, you can proceed radically. Also, remove any branches and brown leaves that appear diseased.