Eucalyptus Cold Damage: Can Eucalyptus Trees Survive Cold Temperatures

By Bonnie L. Grant There are over 700 species of Eucalyptus, most of which are native to Australia, with a few in New Guinea and Indonesia. As such, the plants are suited for warmer regions of the globe and eucalyptus cold damage in trees grown in cooler zones is a common problem. Some varieties are more cold hardy than others, and eucalyptus cold protection can help the plants sustain less damage. Even if you choose a hardy specimen and protect it, however, you should still know how to fix cold damaged eucalyptus since weather can be surprising. Winter damage in eucalyptus can be mild or severe and needs to be triaged before treatment. Recognizing Eucalyptus Cold Damage The scent of the volatile oils in eucalyptus is unmistakable. These tropical to semi-tropical trees and shrubs are not used to freezing temperatures, which can cause considerable damage. The plants are adapted to

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