But if you’re growing it as an ornamental tree or shrub, knowing when to prune eucalyptus is key. Eucalyptus can grow ...

Eucalyptus and lime are often pollarded every two to three years to maintain a compact size or smaller foliage. Remember to feed your tree after pruning to encourage plenty of new young growth.

“Choose the late winter through to the early spring to prune a eucalyptus tree, just before shrubs begin to grow again.” For standard trees, in the first year, Melanie shares the following ...