{"product_id":"eucalyptus-azura-9-litre-pot-175-200cm","title":"Eucalyptus Azura 9 Litre Pot 175\/200cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEucalyptus gunnii ‘Azura’ – Compact Blue-Grey Eucalyptus with Exceptional Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEucalyptus ‘Azura’ is a compact and improved form of Eucalyptus gunnii, specially selected for its excellent cold tolerance and manageable growth. Its rounded, blue-grey leaves release a fresh, aromatic scent, adding both visual and sensory appeal to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnlike larger eucalyptus trees, ‘Azura’ maintains a naturally bushier and more compact habit, making it suitable for smaller gardens while still delivering the same distinctive colour and texture. The silvery-blue foliage provides a striking contrast against greener planting and works particularly well in contemporary or Mediterranean-style schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast-growing yet easy to manage, it can be lightly pruned to maintain shape or encouraged to produce fresh juvenile foliage, which is often more rounded and intensely coloured.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThriving in a sunny position, it prefers well-drained soil and performs best when not exposed to prolonged waterlogging. Its improved hardiness makes it more reliable in UK conditions compared to many other eucalyptus varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for borders, feature planting, or large containers, it brings height, movement, and year-round interest with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFresh, architectural, and highly adaptable, Eucalyptus ‘Azura’ is an excellent choice for adding colour, fragrance, and structure to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpring: Fresh blue-grey foliage emerges.\u003cbr\u003eSummer: Dense, aromatic canopy provides movement.\u003cbr\u003eAutumn: Continues strong colour and structure.\u003cbr\u003eWinter: Evergreen foliage maintains presence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlue-grey foliage – Distinctive colour and texture.\u003cbr\u003eCompact habit – More manageable than standard eucalyptus.\u003cbr\u003eAromatic leaves – Fresh, pleasant scent.\u003cbr\u003eCold tolerant – Improved hardiness.\u003cbr\u003eLow maintenance – Easy to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeature planting – Eye-catching focal point.\u003cbr\u003eBorders – Adds height and contrast.\u003cbr\u003eContainers – Suitable when young or managed.\u003cbr\u003eModern gardens – Clean, architectural look.\u003cbr\u003eSmall gardens – More controlled growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSun\/Position: Full sun essential.\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Free-draining soil; avoid heavy, wet conditions.\u003cbr\u003eHardiness: Hardy in the UK; more tolerant than many eucalyptus.\u003cbr\u003eCare: Prune to shape or to encourage fresh juvenile foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrasses – Stipa, Miscanthus for movement.\u003cbr\u003eLavender – Complements colour and scent.\u003cbr\u003eMediterranean plants – Olive, rosemary, cistus.\u003cbr\u003eEvergreens – Adds contrast in mixed planting.\u003cbr\u003eGravel gardens – Ideal for dry schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56449887273286,"sku":"172618","price":58.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/d61fe28f-fc9f-49f6-9153-554c5ed78107.jpg?v=1777631011","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/eucalyptus-azura-9-litre-pot-175-200cm","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}