This species is one of the best for winter rainfall areas. It grows naturally on neutral yellow or brown sand over limestone. Still it is said to be unsuitable for high lime soils and for frosty areas. It tolerates lower fertility than E. camaldulensis. Cultivation by dry farming techniques is best in the first year or two to suppress weed growth.
Trees regenerate readily from coppice.
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