Eucalyptus Red Box Seeds (Eucalyptus Polyanthemos)

Meet Eucalyptus polyanthemos, better known as Red Box but, don’t be fooled by the name, because this beauty is anything but ordinary packaging! With fluttery, glaucous blue-green leaves, peeling bark, and a naturally elegant, open habit, this Aussie native is tree-mendous in both the garden and the vase.

Its juvenile leaves are round and silvery, earning it the nickname “Silver Dollar Eucalyptus,” but as it matures, its leaves shift to soft gray-green lances, like it's trading in coins for class. No matter the shape, these aromatic leaves are florist favorites, perfect as fresh or dried filler in arrangements, wreaths, or just a statement stem in a single bud vase.

Tough, adaptable, and surprisingly tidy (it’s one of the least messy eucalyptus varieties), Red Box is drought-tolerant, heat-hardy, and can be grown in the landscape, containers, or even indoors with the right light. Stake it young for a strong upright form, or let it lounge with natural grace. And if you listen closely, its leaves whisper sweet nothings in the wind, a rustling soundtrack to your garden daydreams.

Whether you're going for rustic romance or modern minimalism, Eucalyptus Red Box brings texture, fragrance, and movement to any bouquet or backyard. It’s not just foliage, it’s flair in botanical form!

Scientific Name: Eucalyptus polyanthemos

Height: Typically grows to a height of 30 to 75 feet. While it can grow taller, it often stays smaller in urban gardens. 

What you're purchasing: Packet of at least 20 seeds

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