Currently, Grafted Eucalyptus
are unavailable.
We apologise for any inconvenience and will keep
you informed when we have supply again.
Important
Information:
Grafted Eucalyptus are
hardy, once established in the garden.
They are grafted plants,
and require care when handing.
Please DO NOT pick up
or pull the plant out of the pot using
the trunk.
These plants have fine
roots down the side of the pot and care
needs to be taken to minimise their
disturbance. This will ensure your plant
gets off to the best possible start.
Growing
Tips:
Getting the plant out
of the pot - . Gently tip the plant
(and pot) upside down and tap the rim
of the pot to loosen it. Carefully remove
the pot from the plant while it is upside
down. Then gently turn the plant up
the right way and place in the prepared
hole or pot (while supporting the bottom).
Potting Up – use
a quality, well drained mix.
Planting Out –
place in a well drained position in
good quality soil. Plant the eucalyptus
out when it is moist, and mulch around
the base, avoiding the trunk.
Fertilising – use
a good slow release fertiliser and avoid
ones high in phosphorous like thrive.
Watering - for pots (we
recommend using a large tub if you are
going to keep your plant in a pot) –
a dripper system works best. You will
really need to keep a close eye on your
plant if you choose to leave it in a
pot for any extended period of time.
They will die if they get too dry for
too long. Do not allow them to stand
in water for extended periods as this
can lead to root rot.
Watering - in the garden
– water in thoroughly after planting.
Continue to water every few days until
it is established and starts to grow.
Then, watering well once a week should
be sufficient.
Problem
Solving:
Winter– the leaves
can appear to be bleached (looks similar
to dieback) as a result of the plants
being VERY cold and VERY dry in frost
areas. Grafted Eucalyptus will tolerate
frost provided they are planted in Spring/Summer
and allowed to establish themselves
before their first winter. Remember
that even in winter your eucalyptus
will still need water.
Borer damage - can be
recognised by sawdust looking matter
on the stems. They will often lose a
branch or stem if they have borer.
Fungal damage –
browning of the leaves can be a result
of fungal problems. Use a fungicide
to drench the roots. Consult your local
nursery for products you can use.
Eucalyptus ficifolia
varieties – the Orange Splendour
and Apricot Dawn may not look as good
as the Summer Series Eucalypts over
the cooler months.
Pruning - the best time
to prune is after flowering. Avoid cutting
the plant back too hard.
Flowering
and Form:
On some rootstocks (e.g.
tesselaris) the trees may not flower
in their first or second season. Also,
it is not uncommon for Summer Beauty
to flower slightly paler after being
planted out. All plants will return
to full flowering & colour once
established.
The type of rootstock
used will result in slightly different
growth habits.
