What Is Eucalyptus Tree?
Eucalyptus globulus, commonly known as southern blue gum or blue gum, is a species of tall, evergreen tree endemic to southeastern Uganda.
How To Grow Eucalyptus Tree In Uganda?
For good growth it required soil having good drainage capacity. It can grow in variety of soil but it give best result when grown on well drained, rich in organic content loamy soils. Water logged, heavy alkaline and saline soils are not suitable for eucalyptus cultivation.
What Is The Spacing Of Eucalyptus Trees In Uganda?
In high potential areas, and with timber, transmission and construction poles in mind, a spacing of 2-2.5m by 2-25m is ideal, while in arid and semi-arid areas, the spacing should be increased to 3m by 3m to reduce excessive competition for water.
How Close Can You Plant Eucalyptus In Uganda?
A general rule to use as a guide is to take the mature height of the tree, and times this by 1.5 to get your planting distance. This would mean a tree with a mature height of 10 metres should be planted 15 metres from any building.
How Many Years Does It Take A Eucalyptus Tree To Grow In Uganda?
60% of growth of Eucalyptus established in first 10 years. Most of these are growing at a rapid rate and attains a height of about 30 to 180 feet or more depending on the varieties. Eucalyptus is moderately large trees in general and attains a height of 40-60 feet and a diameter of 40-45 inch.
How Much Is A Eucalyptus Tree iIn Uganda?
Currently a mature eucalyptus pole cost between Shs150,000 and Shs200,000 depending on its height.
How Long Does Eucalyptus Tree Take To Grow In Uganda?
In Uganda, environmental conditions allows the eucalyptus to mature in just four years.
How Many Eucalyptus Trees Can Be Planted In An Acre In Uganda?
An acre of land can accommodate up to 1,111Eucalyptus seedlings, which are thinned at five years, leaving 800 trees.
Where Is The Best Place To Plant A Eucalyptus Tree In Uganda?
Eucalyptus plants prefer areas that receive at least eight to 10 hours of full sun. If you plant your eucalyptus indoors, place the potted eucalyptus near a south-facing window so that it gets plenty of sunlight. If you’re planting eucalyptus in your garden, make sure the soil drains well.
What Is The Fastest Growing Eucalyptus Tree In Uganda?
Plunkett Mallee, Eucalyptus curtisii, is a fast-growing small tree with many smooth barked trunks and masses of white, nectar-laden flowers in spring. Checklist: 7m (21′) tall but slender, fast-growing and quick to flower.
How Many Eucalyptus Trees Can Be Planted In An Hectare In Uganda?
This is usually in the order of 300 trees ha -1 for pruning or 500 trees ha -1 if an intermediate thinning is to take place for products such as poles.
Do Eucalyptus Trees Need A Lot Of Water In Uganda?
Overall, in hot climates, it is best to water new trees at least once per week and established trees every 7 to 21 days. The more frequent time recommendation is for trees in sandy soil.
What Is The Best Fertilizer For Eucalyptus Trees In Uganda?
Recommended Plant Feed: Chempak No. 4 High Potassium Soluble fertiliser; for flowering plants, but is good for Eucalyptus too! Phostrogen – high in potassium, balanced fertiliser.
What Type Of Soil Does Eucalyptus Tree Need In Uganda?
Most Eucalyptus prefer mildly alkaline, neutral and acid soils (pH range 4.5 – 7.5), but that does not mean to say you have to worry too much about this issue.