My Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Broke Off At Top

Question

and just seems to be growing outward. It’s about 8 feet high and I wanted it to grow much taller. Can I prune or do something with the top of the tree? I live in North Santa Barbara County, CA

Answer 1

This will, permanently, change the shape. You will, eventually, get some shoots that will grow taller, but topping is a means of height control.

You can plant the top and start over with a fresh, shapely, tree.

Otherwise, just care for your tree as usual.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/projects/rooting-plant-cuttings.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/how-to-root-cuttings-from-various-shrubs-bushes-and-trees.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/cuttings/root-stimulating-hormone.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/cuttings/honey-root-hormone.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/eucalyptus/tips-growing-eucalyptus.htm