Eucalyptus gunnii 'Azura' standard — H70-90 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Why are my eucalyptus leaves turning green? A lack of sun or too much nitrogen fertilizer causes them to lose their bluish hue, which returns in new growth once conditions are corrected.
When should you prune a eucalyptus in a pot? In March, cutting it back by one third, which keeps the crown compact and encourages more bluish juvenile shoots.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🪙 Glaucous blue-gray foliage • 🌿 Very graphic opposite round leaves • 🍃 Fragrance released when brushed • ☀️ Full sun • ❄️ Hardy down to -15 °C • 🌳 Grown on a standard
Eucalyptus gunnii 'Azura' is immediately recognizable by its glaucous blue-gray foliage, made up of small round leaves arranged in pairs along slender stems. Native to the highlands of Tasmania, it is one of the few terrace shrubs with distinctly blue foliage.
Its special feature is its hardiness: while most eucalyptus freeze from -5 °C, 'Azura' withstands temperatures down to -15 °C, making it the only eucalyptus genuinely suitable for growing on a terrace in a continental climate. The crown also remains compact, whereas the typical species grows to 10 meters.
Light & placement
Eucalyptus requires full sun to develop the bluish tint of its foliage. In shade, the leaves turn green, the stems become elongated and the plant loses what makes it so decorative.
- Exposure: full sun — at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
- Placement: terrace, exposed balcony, entrance, pathway — sheltered from strong winds that can break the slender stems.
- Hardiness in a pot: down to -15 °C — no protection is needed in most regions.
- Soil type: well-drained and rather poor — potting soil mixed with coarse sand, without excessive fertilisation.
Leave the bamboo stake in place during the first year: eucalyptus grows quickly and its young wood remains flexible until the trunk thickens.
Watering & care
Eucalyptus uses a lot of water while growing, more than most terrace shrubs, but it does not tolerate standing water. A well-drained growing medium is essential in a pot, and the foliage always signals a problem before it gets worse.
- Watering: regular — two to three times a week in summer for this pot size, once every ten days in winter.
- Drainage: essential — never leave standing water in the saucer.
- Pruning: cut back by one third in March to keep the crown compact and encourage young shoots, which are bluer than the older ones.
- Suckers: remove shoots that appear along the trunk, as they spoil the standard form.
- Fertilizer: very little — one application in spring is enough; excess nitrogen turns the foliage green.
Branches cut during pruning keep perfectly well in a dried arrangement: hung upside down in a well-ventilated place, they retain their color and fragrance for several months.
Decorating ideas & plant pairings
Blue-gray is a rare color outdoors. It brightens a terrace and pairs well with everything. The airy crown lets light through, unlike evergreen shrubs with dense foliage.
- For a duo of Mediterranean grays, pair it with an olive tree — two silvery foliage types, one with small round leaves and the other with narrow blades.
- For a contrast of volume, place a Bay laurel standard — the laurel's dense, deep-green crown brings out the bluish lightness of the eucalyptus.
- To structure a corner, add a Goldcrest Wilma cypress with golden foliage — blue and gold create the clearest contrast between two evergreens.
- To enhance the pot, a container made from natural fiber or terracotta warms up the blue-gray foliage, whereas a gray pot dulls it.
Simply brushing against the foliage releases its characteristic fragrance: placed along a path, you smell the eucalyptus before you see it.
Verdeia tips
- Cut it back by one third every spring: eucalyptus grows quickly and becomes bare at the base if left to grow unchecked. Pruning in March keeps the crown compact and encourages juvenile shoots that are noticeably bluer and rounder than the mature foliage.
- Use almost no fertilizer: eucalyptus grows in poor soil in its native habitat. Excess nitrogen turns the foliage green and causes it to lose the glaucous color that makes it worth buying.
- Shelter it from wind rather than cold: it withstands -15 °C without issue, but its slender stems and light crown catch the wind like a sail. A sheltered corner is better than an exposed position.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Eucalyptus gunnii 'Azura'
- Common name: Cider gum, hardy eucalyptus
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Origin: highlands of Tasmania
- Size on delivery: H70-90 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
- Habit: grown on a standard, airy crown
- Mature height: 2 to 3 meters in a pot with annual pruning
- Exposure: full sun, at least 6 hours per day
- Watering: regular during growth, never leave standing water
- Soil type: well-drained and poor, without excessive fertilisation
- Hardiness: down to -15 °C
- Growth: fast, annual pruning recommended
- Foliage: evergreen, small opposite round glaucous blue-gray leaves, fragrant when brushed
- Care: easy, spring pruning required
- Toxicity: toxic if ingested, essential oils concentrated in the leaves
- Decorative style: Mediterranean / Contemporary / Natural
Every plant is unique: the trunk height, crown density and intensity of the blue naturally vary according to growing conditions.
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Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.