Tasmanian Bluegum (Globulus)

The Tasmanian Bluegum (Globulus) is generally described as a perennial tree. This is not native to the U.S. (United States) and has its most active growth period in the fall and winter and spring . The Tasmanian Bluegum (Globulus) has gray-green foliage and inconspicuous white flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous black fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the fall, with fruit and seed production starting in the winter and continuing until fall. Leaves are retained year to year. The Tasmanian Bluegum (Globulus) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Tasmanian Bluegum (Globulus) will reach up to 160 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 80 feet.

The Tasmanian Bluegum (Globulus) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, seed. It has a moderate ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 17°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.