4" Eucalyptus Red Box

Eucalyptus Red Box (Eucalyptus polyanthemos)
The Red Box eucalyptus is a graceful Australian native tree prized for its rounded, silver-green juvenile leaves and taller, lance-shaped adult foliage. Its bark is pale and shedding, often revealing smooth patches underneath, and in summer it produces clusters of creamy white flowers that attract pollinators. While it’s most often grown as a landscape tree, smaller potted specimens are sometimes used for decorative foliage indoors.

Care Tips (for container or garden growing):
☀️ Light: Full sun is essential; thrives best outdoors in bright, direct light
💧 Water: Drought tolerant once established; water young plants regularly until rooted in
🌱 Soil: Prefers well-draining soil; avoid soggy conditions
❄️ Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 8–10; protect young plants from frost
🐾 Pet Friendly: No (eucalyptus leaves and oils are toxic to pets if ingested)

Fun Fact: The common name “Red Box” refers to the tree’s hard, reddish bark when mature. In its native Australia, it provides food and habitat for wildlife, and its leaves have been traditionally used in medicinal applications. 🌿