EUCALYPTUS 
“ THE TIMBER OF THE FUTURE ” 
The Eucalyptus will undoubtedly be one of the most important sources of the general timber supply for the United 
States. The Government Bureau of Forestry makes the statement that at the present rate of destruction, the timber 
supply of this country will be exhausted in less than 20 years. 
EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS—SECOND GROWTH 
There is an increasing demand for hardwood tim¬ 
ber, and as most of the Eucalypt will not stand a 
lower temperature than 15 to 20 deg. Fahrenheit, it 
is up to us to grow them here on the Coast and 
interior valleys. 
Plant now—for now is the time. To be first in the 
field to supply the .needs, is to reap great profits. 
There are no hardwood trees that will grow as rap¬ 
idly as the Eucalypt. They will make ties in 7 to 
10 years, and poles 40 to 50 ft. in 8 to 10 years, and 
each year increases their value. 
If we take into consideration the small area in 
which this tree can be grown on account of its in¬ 
tolerance of frost, and the ease with which we can 
grow this valuable timber, we can begin to appre¬ 
ciate how much a few acres of Eucalyptus will be 
worth in a few years. 
Eucalyptus Rostrata or Red Gum, is one of the 
most valuable, and it grows under a variety of cli¬ 
matic conditions. It is one of the best all-around 
trees; it: thrives at the coast; on the dry mesas; in 
the foothills, and in the dry, hot valleys of the 
interior. The usefulness of this timber is due to its 
durability,: both underground and in water, as it is 
almost as hard as iron. It is used for all kinds of 
furniture, as it takes a beautiful polish. 
For telegraph poles, posts, piles and street curbing, 
it has no equal. 
Eucalyptus Tree Seed 
DIRECTIONS FOR RAISING SEEDLING EUCALYPTUS 
Sow seed in spring or summer in shallow boxes in 
a light, sandy soil with plenty of drainage at the 
bottom of each box. Cover the seed lightly and 
protect from the hot sun. but allow plenty of air; 
water often, but sparingly, especially after seed¬ 
lings appear, for if too much water is given at one 
time they will be liable to damp off. When the 
seedlings are two or three inches high transfer 
to shallow boxes, placing, about 1 y 2 inch apart each 
way, and when large enough transplant to where 
they are to remain, and water well the first year. 
The strong growing kinds can be sown in August, 
September and October, and are ready for plant¬ 
ing out early in spring. Slower kinds, as Euca¬ 
lyptus amygdalina, etc., sow in spring. One lb. 
of seed will produce from 15,000 to 30,000 trees. 
All varieties put up in 15c pkts. 
Eucalyptus amygdalina. “Messmate Gum.” Belong¬ 
ing to this variety are the tallest trees in the 
world. In Gippsland, Australia, are trees over 400 
feet in height. Making first-class timber for floor¬ 
ing boards, scantling, etc., and is well suited for 
avenue planting. Yields more essential oil than any 
other variety; height 400 ft. Oz. 75 cts., lb. $8. 
E. bicolor. “Black Box.” Timber of great strength 
and durability. Useful for piles and railroad ties; 
height 150 ft. Per oz. $1. 
E. botryoides. “Bangalay.” A stately tree, stems 
attain 70 or 80 feet without a branch, and a diam¬ 
eter of 6 feet. Timber very durable and used for 
keels, planking, ribs of vessels, and fencing. Posts 
“l?. 1 * 1 old trees known to last for over 25 years. 
Will thrive m soil containing stagnant water and 
near the sea coast on light soil. Oz. 75 cts., lb. $8. 
i. calopliylla. Ornamental, of rapid growth, with 
large clusters of cream-colored flowers. On account 
or its profuse bloom the tree is an important source 
of nectar for bees. Timber also valuable for car¬ 
pentry above ground; height 50 ft. Oz $1 
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