How long does Eucalyptus grandis take to grow?

-Grandis Eucalyptus trees take less than 4 years to reach market maturity. -A few trees may die or fail to grow properly along the way. 90% success rate would be a good estimation to start with.

How many eucalyptus trees can be planted in an acre in Kenya?

2500 to 3000 eucalyptus trees
An acre of land can hold 2500 to 3000 eucalyptus trees. An acre of land with 2500 trees can fetch a farmer $500000 10 years from now. The demand for timber has been on a sharp increase in Kenya and Africa in general.

How many eucalyptus trees can you plant per hectare?

If you can secure some land in the village, a hectare is a good place to start. The three by three metres spacing required for the eucalyptus means you can only plant about 1,111 trees per hectare. Before you acquire the land, you need to know that one hectare equals 2.5 acres.

Does Eucalyptus grow in Kenya?

The trees spread across the Kenyan countryside and today eucalyptus forests cover nearly 250,000 acres in Kenya. The trees are grown primarily for construction materials, utility poles and the production of tea leaves.

Do eucalyptus trees need lots of water?

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.

Where is the best place to plant a eucalyptus tree?

full sun
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.

How profitable is eucalyptus farming?

For 500 plants in one acre, we can get approximately Rs. 8,00,000 to 10,00,000. The profit is 8,39,000.00 (10,00,000-1,61,000).

Is it profitable to grow eucalyptus?

While foodgrains fetch an annual profit of Rs 2,000 per acre, the trees which in two to three years grow to over 50 ft yield, at a minimum, Rs 75,000 every five years (roughly Rs 1,200 a month) per acre.

How much is a mature eucalyptus tree in Kenya?

Timber poles In western Kenya, a six-year-old eucalyptus tree can fetch up to 6,000 Kenyan shillings ($60) in the local market. For 750 trees – assuming that 50 of them may have structural flaws by then – Otieno could earn up to 4.5 million shillings ($45,000).

How many eucalyptus trees are in an acre?

An acre of land can accommodate up to 1,111Eucalyptus seedlings, which are thinned at five years, leaving 800 trees.

What is the best fertilizer for eucalyptus trees?

Eucalyptus plants don’t require a lot of extra fertilizer when growing in the garden, but potting soil and containers provide less nutrients than garden soil. A single application of 10-30-10 or 10-10-10 fertilizer in spring gives potted eucalyptus all the nutrients they need.

How to plant eucalyptus trees in Kenya?

Note: Different types of Eucalyptus Species Include Grandis, Saligna, Globulus and Regnans. A forestry expert will be able to advice you on which species best suits your region. Generally Grandis is the most popular type in Kenya. Plant the trees at around the long-rains season and cover with enough soil.

How long does it take for a eucalyptus tree to grow?

-Grandis Eucalyptus trees take less than 4 years to reach market maturity. -A few trees may die or fail to grow properly along the way. 90% success rate would be a good estimation to start with.

Are eucalyptus trees a good investment?

Demand for mature Eucalyptus trees is very high in most parts of the country and this trend is expected to hold for at least the next 20 years – and herein lies a good investment opportunity for you. Eucalyptus trees can grow in almost every part of the country (from Turkana to Central Highlands and Coastal Lowlands).

Where can I buy tree seedlings in Kenya?

Only get seedlings from reliable outlets. For starters, you can check with your nearest KEFRI office, they have branches in Muguga, Maseno, Kitui, Nyeri, Londiani, Gede, Kakamega and Turbo. Alternatively you can consult the Kenya Forest Service or any KFS-approved tree nursery in your area.