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Old 13-07-2003, 02:56 AM
David Hare-Scott
 
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"zebrin" wrote in message
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Anybody grow these & personal experience with them. Also which state
is everybody in? Hello I'm new.

Zebrin


There are 700-800 species of Eucalyptus that live in many different
climates and conditions, mostly in Australia. There are species that
like swamps, deserts, snow country and sub tropics, and all in between.
They vary from trees that will grow well over 70m (200ft) to stunted
dwarfs less than 1m (3ft). They can be used as wind breaks and shade
trees, firewood and construction timber, and many are also quite
ornamental.

The trick is to get a type that suits your climate, soil and needs. I
have several books on this, if you describe your situation and needs I
may be able to make some suggestions. There are some specialist
nurseries in the USA that supply them and you may get Australian growers
who will supply seeds by mail order, a google will turn up some with web
sites.

David