Silver Dollar Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus cinerea)
Regular price $49.95Aromatic, Fast-Growing Evergreen with Iconic Silvery Foliage
Silver Dollar Eucalyptus, also known as Baby Blue Eucalyptus, is a striking ornamental tree known for its silvery-blue, coin-shaped leaves, fast growth, and refreshing menthol-like aroma. Native to southeastern Australia, this cold-hardy eucalyptus species is beloved by florists, herbalists, pollinators, and permaculturists alike.
The rounded juvenile foliage is high in essential oils, making it popular for herbal steam, fresh bouquets, dried wreaths, and DIY skin and respiratory remedies. The tree’s upright, slender shape and shimmering leaves add year-round visual interest and movement to gardens, borders, or food forest windbreaks.
Silver Dollar Eucalyptus thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerates drought once established, and repels mosquitoes and pests naturally. It’s also an excellent fast-growing biomass or chop-and-drop tree, making it a favorite for regenerative growers looking to add beauty, aroma, and utility to their landscape.
| Scientific Name |
Eucalyptus cinerea
|
| Common Names |
Silver Dollar Eucalyptus, Argyle Apple
|
| Family |
Myrtaceae (Myrtle Family)
|
| Origin |
Southeastern Australia
|
| Plant Type |
Evergreen Tree / Aromatic Herbaceous Tree
|
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Food Forest Layer |
Mid-Story / Windbreak Layer
|
| Mature Size |
20–40 ft tall (prune to shape or maintain smaller)
|
| Light | Full Sun |
| Water Needs |
Low to Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
|
| Harvest Season |
Year-round (foliage)
|
| Time to Harvest |
6–12 months from planting (foliage)
|
| Self-Fertile | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Zones |
USDA Zones 8–11
|
| Florida Native | No |
| Propagation | Seeds, Cuttings |
| Seasonal Characteristics |
Evergreen; frost-tolerant, fragrant year-round folia
|
Wondering about your USDA Growing Zone and what you can grow? 🌎🌿 Learn how to find your Zone and grow tropical plants anywhere—Florida to Alaska! 👉 Read the full blog here!
We ship every plant plastic-free and planet-friendly—using compostable packaging, recyclable pots, and carbon-conscious shipping from start to finish. 🌎🌱👉 Our Commitment to Packaging & Shipping Sustainability
