Information About Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus plants abound but most eucalyptus tree care is relatively simple, especially when you have pertinent information on growing eucalyptus trees, inside or out in the garden. Get tips on this here in the articles that follow as well as what you need to know to keep your eucalyptus plants healthy.

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Eucalyptus Leaf Uses – What To Do With Eucalyptus Leaves

By Amy Grant

Eucalyptus leaves are a favorite of one of Australia’s most adorable marsupials. but that isn’t the only use for the plant. What else are eucalyptus leaves used for? Click the following article to learn about eucalyptus uses and what you can do with eucalyptus leaves.

Canker Of Eucalyptus Trees – How To Treat A Eucalyptus Tree With Canker

By Amy Grant

In areas of the world where eucalyptus has been cultivated as an exotic in plantations, the deadly eucalyptus canker disease can be found. Canker of eucalyptus is caused by the fungus Cryphonectria cubensis. Find out more about the disease in this article.

What Is Eucalyptus Pauciflora – How To Grow A Snow Gum Eucalyptus

By Liz Baessler

A beautiful, showy tree native to Australia, the Snow Gum eucalyptus is a tough, easy-to-grow tree that produces lovely white flowers and grows in a wide variety of conditions. Learn about Snow Gum eucalyptus care in this article.

Silver Princess Gum Tree Info: Caring For Silver Princess Eucalyptus Trees

By Mary H. Dyer, Credentialed Garden Writer

Silver princess eucalyptus trees (Eucalyptus caesia) are native to Western Australia, where they are also known as Gungurru. Learn more about silver princess eucalyptus trees in the following article. Click here for additional information.

Eucalyptus Plant Care: Tips On Growing Eucalyptus Herbs

By Mary H. Dyer, Credentialed Garden Writer

Eucalyptus is marked by distinctive, fragrant oil in the leathery leaves, bark and roots, although the oil may be stronger in some species. The aromatic oil provides a number of herbal eucalyptus benefits, as described in this article.

Growing Lemon Eucalyptus – How To Care For Lemon Eucalyptus

By Teo Spengler

Lemon eucalyptus is an herb but it's hardly a typical one. Lemon eucalyptus information suggests that the herb can grow to 60 feet high and even taller. For more lemon eucalyptus information, including how to care for lemon eucalyptus, click here.

Eucalyptus Branch Drop: Why Eucalyptus Tree Branches Keep Falling

By Teo Spengler

Although they are quite drought tolerant, the trees can react to insufficient water by dropping branches. Disease issues can also cause branch drop. This article has more information about falling eucalyptus branches.

Eucalyptus Tree Problems: How To Avoid Eucalyptus Tree Root Damage

By Teo Spengler

Eucalyptus are tall trees with shallow, spreading roots adapted to their native Australia. In the home landscape, though, the shallow root depth can become problematic. Click here for more information about eucalyptus shallow root dangers.

Eucalyptus Hazards: Tips On Growing Eucalyptus In Wind Prone Areas

By Karen Boness, Owner of Wild Willow Landscape Design

Eucalyptus trees are known for their large stature. Unfortunately, this can make them hazards in the home landscape, especially in wind-prone areas. For tips on preventing eucalyptus tree wind damage, this article will help.

Eucalyptus Houseplant: How To Grow Eucalyptus In A Container

By Teo Spengler

Anyone used to seeing eucalyptus trees stretch to the skies in parks or woodlands may be surprised to see eucalyptus growing indoors. Can eucalyptus be grown indoors? Yes, it can. This article will help get you started.

Eucalyptus Tree Watering: Information On Irrigating Eucalyptus Trees

By Bonnie L. Grant, Certified Urban Agriculturist

Knowing when to water a eucalyptus tree is only part of the equation. The rate and diameter needed to reach the roots is also important knowledge. Guidelines on watering eucalyptus trees can be found in this article.

Eucalyptus Fire Hazards: Are Eucalyptus Trees Flammable

By Bonnie L. Grant, Certified Urban Agriculturist

Are eucalyptus trees flammable? In a nutshell, yes. These beautiful stately trees are filled with aromatic oil, which makes them highly combustible. Learn more about the fire hazards of eucalyptus trees in this article.

Eucalyptus Tree Bark – Learn About Peeling Bark On A Eucalyptus

By Jackie Carroll

Most trees shed bark as new layers develop under older, dead bark, but in eucalyptus trees, the process is punctuated by a colorful and dramatic display on the trunk of the tree. Learn about peeling bark on a eucalyptus tree in this article.

Weeping Eucalyptus Trees: Why Is My Eucalyptus Tree Leaking Sap

By Teo Spengler

A eucalyptus tree dripping sap is not a happy plant. Since it is stressed trees that are infested, the best defense it to provide adequate irrigation and use good cultural practices. This article has more information about the causes of eucalyptus tree oozing.

Eucalyptus Tree Diseases: Tips On Treating Disease In Eucalyptus

By Mary H. Dyer, Credentialed Garden Writer

Eucalyptus is a sturdy, fairly disease-resistant tree, and attempting to troubleshoot dying eucalyptus trees is a difficult and disheartening endeavor. Click here for more information about eucalyptus tree diseases and tips on treating disease in eucalyptus.

Eucalyptus Tree Types: Popular Varieties Of Eucalyptus For Landscapes

By Teo Spengler

Although more than 900 species of eucalyptus trees exist, some are more popular than others in the United States. Read this article to learn about poplar eucalyptus tree types. Click here for more information about different types of eucalyptus.

Can You Grow A Rainbow Eucalyptus Tree?

By Jackie Carroll

Rainbow eucalyptus is one of the most stunning trees you'll ever see. Intense color and astringent fragrance make the tree unforgettable, but it's not for everyone. Find out how to grow this amazing tree, and whether it is right for your landscape in this article.

Eucalyptus Cold Damage: Can Eucalyptus Trees Survive Cold Temperatures

By Bonnie L. Grant, Certified Urban Agriculturist

Even if you choose a hardy specimen and protect it, you should still know how to fix cold damaged eucalyptus since weather can be surprising. This article can help with that. Click here to get more information.

Propagating Eucalyptus: How To Grow Eucalyptus From Seed Or Cuttings

By Amy Grant

Propagating eucalyptus plants isn't that difficult if you know something about it. Learn more about how to grow eucalyptus from seed and other methods of eucalyptus propagation in this article.

Causes Of Problems With Eucalyptus Trees

By Jackie Rhoades

Problems with eucalyptus trees are a fairly recent occurrence. The trees are native to Australia and up until 1990 were relatively pest and disease free. Find out more about eucalyptus tree problems in this article.

Eucalyptus Tree Care – Tips On Growing Eucalyptus

By Nikki Tilley, Author of The Bulb-o-licious Garden

Eucalyptus is a tree most often associated with its native Australia environment and fun-loving koalas. There are many species of eucalyptus trees that can be grown in the home landscape. Click here for more info.

Eucalyptus Trimming – Tips On How To Cut Eucalyptus Plants

By Nikki Tilley, Author of The Bulb-o-licious Garden

Eucalyptus tree plants are well known for their rapid growth, which can quickly become unmanageable if left unpruned. Read here to learn more about how to prune a eucalyptus tree.

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