QuestionsHow to growTrees and ShrubsWateringSafe to plant now? 0 Vote Up Vote Down Michael Grace asked 14 years ago I have a Eucalyptus Gunnii nad snow gum to plant, is it safe at the moment to plant them with the frost and snow expected? I was going to heavily mulch around them, I just didnt want to leave them in their pots over the winter. 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Gerry Daly Staff answered 7 years ago It is bet not to plant during frosty weather or when the ground is wet. No harm waiting until spring and unwrap encircled roots.