I'm from Melbourne Australia, and I can tell you that the eucalyptus can take many climates and even snow. They are also one of the fastest growing trees in the world
Hi Matthew. No, This is not a fast growing tree but it's an amazing tree. The whole eucalyptus family trees are my favorites. Research Kiri tree. That's a fast growing tree. And they are beautiful. I hope everything gets better in Australia brother.
@@MrEnso That would be Flagstaff, in northern Arizona. Also higher elevations, not generally where you'd be planting trees such as the ski resort near Tuscon, Mt. Lemon.
@@raulopatriot9034 i planted some of these 30yrs ago in far north queensland, they are very fast growers, listed in guiness world records book, fastest growing tree in world, did get replaced in later editions...........
The reason you don't have to worry about winter is that you have a building made out of concrete/block next to it. That keeps it warm enough during the winter. I remember my Ficus trees had the same advantage at my previous house and they never froze much. My worry would be that it would get brittle like most eucalyptus trees and a huge branch could destroy that guest house. Love the video though and bought a tiny rainbow gum from Shamus recently as well after watching this. Thanks for the inspiration!
i planted a couple relatively close to my house , i built it ,i will fix it, i really enjoy them. will i be very annoyed if they fall on the house, YES..
I just bought a sapling rainbow eucalyptus here in Ventura County, CA. Now everyone is telling me not to plant it, that it's invasive, has shallow, destructive roots, and in high winds (which we have) they can lose lots of branches and even the entire tree can blow over. Is this your experience with it?
What a beautiful tree! Its definitely doing its part feeding the pollinators! I am ordering some to try myself as we speak. Thanks for the inspiration!
I love the smell of eucalyptus. Does this variety have a smell? Can you use the dried leaves in this variety in flower arrangements? What kind of soil did you plant it in? Thanks is advance.
We have not had a very cold winter here in many yrs...and you have the base at least and much of the rest in a nice microclimate...but it may also be a function of improperly stated or never truly tested cold tolerance...nice !
how deep did you plant this one.. I hear the roots are pretty invasive. so I see tou having it close to that guest house and I'm wondering how the roots behave
A Rainbow-Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta) is compared with other eucalyptustypes (like Eukalyptus Gunnii) pretty cold sensitive and the roots don’t grow so strong in Arizona‘s nativsoil (in nature they’re stronger). Shamus said this in a Video …
How can you tell the difference between the rainbow eucalyptus vs the Australian ones, specifically Red Mallee during the 1-3 years? I think the leaves look about the same when young but want to make sure I have the rainbow tree.
I found the pollinator density to be particularly interesting. Eucs are an important nectar source for all sorts of parrots in Australia---this would suggest that they make a lot of nectar. What time of year did they bloom? Winter/summer/spring/fall?
i love rainbow eucalyptus, but it just is'nt cold hardy at all. it comes from a place where freezes are basically impossible. Do you want a branch to fall from 100 feet high onto your house because there was a freeze and the 400 lb branch died? I certainly don't. I try to stick to the blue gum or lemon eucalyptus just because they can take the cold better. I don't want to waste my time with a tree that will get 40 ft tall or more and then freeze back halfway to the ground. Edit: mind you I'm in 10a Florida. We still every few years get down below freezing. (10a's lowest number is -1.1C which is still technically below freezing). Even that is enough to upset a rainbow and cause dead branches. I would say these things are less hardy than a coconut even. They may survive, but youll have a 40ft tall hazard one of these years if the polar vortex ever decides to throw you the finger. I hate the USA's climate.... lol. Anyway, not to be all negative, hopefully the tree is doing fantastic and you are in an excellent microclimate. Take care.
yes it will grow in phx. i planted one a couple years ago. i ordered it from a nursery from florida on ebay. they are sensitive to frost when young but these past few 'winters' (esp. this one) have been so warm you should have no problem unless we have a real freeze when it's young. i wouldn't recommend planting it anywhere near this close to your house though, or near any underground pipes/utilities, etc. mine is planted out in the middle of my back yard and it's already the biggest tree on my property. bigger than other tree's i planted 5 years prior.
@@El_3ce far and away the biggest tree in my yard lol. started from a 3 foot tall pencil thin stick. it's at least 40 feet tall and blooming like crazy right now the bee's are in heaven. mine doesn't have the amazing coloring of jay's though it's a lot more muted.
@@franksflytraps thx. I may give it one good effort with mine when they get bigger and if it doesn't work I'll give up. Are you getting any viable seeds? I assume the one by your house may grow away from the wall as it isn't going to get as big as the ones in the natural habitat.
Dude! Wow I don't think you realize HOW FAST AND HOW HUGE.... this species grows! Ummm sorry but in 2-3 years time this tree will be moving the shed for you to make room for itself .... you really have not given it ANYWHERE near enough room to grow.... but dame it will be a magnificent tree if you give up you shed .....
A Rainbow-Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta) is compared with other eucalyptustypes (like Eukalyptus Gunnii) pretty cold sensitive and the roots don’t grow so strong in Arizona‘s nativsoil (in nature they’re stronger). Shamus said this in a Video …
I live 60 miles SE of San Antonio Texas. zone 10/11. could I grow it here? We have 105 on some summers, but it can freeze to 20° f on some winters. but just for very short periods of time. and where can I get the seeds? Thanks
Our climates are similar but were probably worse as were most likely dryer here in Phx. This video is in Phx btw. Normally we'll only get down to 30 degrees, maybe 28-29
Jay do large eucalyptus trees suck soil from the earth? Does this effect food forests if you have a large eucalyptus nearby i am worried for my fruit trees.
Can anyone recommend a reliable site where I can buy rainbow eucalyptus tree seeds? I planted some in 2016 and they are now about 8ft tall but they do not look like rainbow eucalyptus tree. The leaves look different (more purple).
There is a Huge Rainbow Eucalyptus tree about 4 stories tall right next to my house. It was planted in the 8 feet area between the sidewalk and the street. I am in south Florida, I am worried that a hurricane might bring it down over my house. Should I be worried?
No, because a Rainbow-Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta) is compared with other eucalyptustypes (like Eukalyptus Gunnii) pretty cold sensitive and the roots don’t grow so strong in Arizona‘s nativsoil (in nature they’re stronger). Shamus said this in a Video …
You mentioned you have a video of the rainbow eucalyptus when you first planted in January? I can't find the video. Can you share the link? I just bought one from Shamus. I can't wait!
WHAT IS SHAMUS?CAUSE I WOULD LOVE TO ORDER ONE AS WELL...I LOVE RAINBOWS AND EUCALYPTUS AND LAVENDER ARE MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITES.COULD YOU SEND ME A SITE TO ORDER THESE TREES OR SEEDS?dawn235edwards@gmail.com
No, because a Rainbow-Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta) is compared with other eucalyptustypes (like Eukalyptus Gunnii) pretty cold sensitive and the roots don’t grow so strong in Arizona‘s nativsoil (in nature they’re stronger). Shamus said this in a Video …
No, because a Rainbow-Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta) is compared with other eucalyptustypes (like Eukalyptus Gunnii) pretty cold sensitive and the roots don’t grow so strong in Arizona‘s nativsoil (in nature they’re stronger). Shamus said this in a Video …
