How to Grow Eucalyptus

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Study catalogs and references to find a species suitable for your location.

   Choose a species hardy enough for your climate.
   
   Some varieties are hardier than others but eucalyptus will only become a tree in frost-free climates.
   
   Choose a species of eucalyptus that will fit into your landscape when mature.
   
   There are species from 20’ to 60’ (6 to 18 m) high at maturity and some make a broad tree while others are slender.
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   Step 2: Choose smaller trees for transplanting.

   Root bound plants do not transplant well. ,, Dig a hole 3” to 4” (7.6-10.2 cm) wider than the root ball and the same depth.
   
   Remove the pot or any burlap around the root ball.
   
   Center the plant in the hole and refill the hole with the soil you took out.
   
   Water well to settle the soil.
   
   Add more soil if necessary to bring the level to the top of the root ball. ,,,
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   Step 3: Select a full sun

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   Step 4: well drained location.

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   Step 5: Plant the eucalyptus.

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   Step 6: Keep eucalyptus well watered the first season after planting.

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   Step 7: Don’t water after the first season unless there is a prolonged drought.

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   Step 8: Fertilization is generally not required.

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