Eualyptus tree

This Eualyptus tree seems to be in bad shape. Looks as if leaves are dying. It does get a fair bit of wind. I trimmed the top.

 

That is exactly what has happened to mine. Actually thought it was dead but there are still some lush water shoots on the trunk, don't think the long cold winter has helped.

Found this on a Q&A forum earlier:

Julie Southern asks...
My eucalyptus tree (approx 4yrs old) seems to be dying. The once beautiful green/silvery leaves are turning brown and the tree is drying out. Can you offer any advice please?

Bill replies...
Eucalyptus trees are susceptible to frost and wind scorch damage Julie and this could quite easily be the cause of your Eucalyptus leaves turning brown. We have had a very cold winter this year and both trees and shrubs have been susceptible to the sharp cutting cold winds which have occurred over the past few months. I am sure that your tree will recover but you will need to keep an eye on the larger branches they are prone to breaking off and also you will need to consider the height to which your Eucalyptus will grow - some trees grow to over fifty feet high. You can however prune your tree back in the springtime.

Hope this helps.

 

Thanks for your help. Glad tree is okay

 

I cut my tree back very hard in autumn (not the best time, but had no choice).

Since march the remaining leaves have browned and dried up and a split has appeared in the bark at the base. Basically, I think it has died. My mum seems to think that eualyptus tree are tough and it might have a chance at growing back. My question is though, how long should I wait before I give up on it and dig it out?