QuestionsHow to growTrees and ShrubsFrost damageWhat to do with “dead” eucalyptus tree? 0 Vote Up Vote Down Robert Corrigan asked 14 years ago The past two very cold winters have taken a considerable toll on our eucalyptus tree. Apart from some recent new growth at the base, the entire tree looks dead and at times smells of rotting timber. , many Thanks for any help. 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Gerry Daly Staff answered 7 years ago Many eucalyptus have been killed or damged. Cut it down to the new growth and wait to see what happens.