Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box - Evergreen Trees Direct

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Evergreen Trees Direct

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box

$265.00

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Size: 40cm/45L

100L 40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.2m – 2m Approx.
100L: 2.3m – 2.7m Approx.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only.

As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range.

If minimum heights are required, you must confirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase.

Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

About Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box

Eucalyptus polyanthemos, commonly known as Red Box, is a resilient and striking Australian native tree celebrated for its dense canopy, textured fibrous bark, and unique blue-grey foliage. Growing 10–15 metres tall and spreading 6–10 metres wide, this medium-sized evergreen tree brings both structure and soothing colour to a wide range of landscapes—from native habitat gardens to contemporary rural settings.

Its standout feature is the foliage, with soft, rounded juvenile leaves giving way to elliptical, silver-blue adult leaves that contrast beautifully with natural elements like stone or timber. Creamy-white flower clusters appear in spring to early summer, attracting bees, birds, and other pollinators, adding life and movement to your outdoor space.

Thriving in full sun and adapting to most well-drained soils, Red Box is highly drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance. Its rough, grey to brown bark adds texture and character year-round. Best suited to spacious areas, this tree excels as a feature specimen, habitat garden addition, rural windbreak, or streetscape tree.

It looks excellent in natural and designed landscapes alike, offering enduring beauty and native charm with effortless care—ideal for anyone seeking a dependable and elegant evergreen native tree.

Distinguishing Features

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box is a great option for you if you:

Want Low Maintenance
Want Fast Growing
Want Your Tree To Grow Tall
Want Shade
Want To Avenue Plant
Want To Add Impact With A Feature Tree
Want An Australian Native for Biodiversity
Want Something Easy to Manage

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 10m - 20m Approximately

Mature Width: 6 – 10 m

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box is expected to grow Approx. 0.8 – 1.3 m per year.

Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box

Eucalyptus polyanthemos, commonly known as Red Box, is a resilient and striking Australian native tree celebrated for its dense canopy, textured fibrous bark, and unique blue-grey foliage. Growing 10–15 metres tall and spreading 6–10 metres wide, this medium-sized evergreen tree brings both structure and soothing colour to a wide range of landscapes—from native habitat gardens to contemporary rural settings.

Its standout feature is the foliage, with soft, rounded juvenile leaves giving way to elliptical, silver-blue adult leaves that contrast beautifully with natural elements like stone or timber. Creamy-white flower clusters appear in spring to early summer, attracting bees, birds, and other pollinators, adding life and movement to your outdoor space.

Thriving in full sun and adapting to most well-drained soils, Red Box is highly drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance. Its rough, grey to brown bark adds texture and character year-round. Best suited to spacious areas, this tree excels as a feature specimen, habitat garden addition, rural windbreak, or streetscape tree.

It looks excellent in natural and designed landscapes alike, offering enduring beauty and native charm with effortless care—ideal for anyone seeking a dependable and elegant evergreen native tree.

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Uses in my Garden

Avenue Planting
Council or Civic Landscapes
Rural Property Planting
Revegetation or Regeneration
Shade Tree

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
Wildlife Garden – planting to attract birds, bees, and pollinators.
Heritage / Traditional Garden – timeless, classic plantings for period homes.

Is Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box Evergreen or Deciduous?

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 10m - 20m Approximately

Mature Width: 6 – 10 m

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box is expected to grow Approx. 0.8 – 1.3 m per year.

Growth Rate of Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box is expected to grow Approx. 0.8 – 1.3 m per year.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box

Is Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box frost tolerant?

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Does Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box Flower?

Eucalyptus polyanthemos produces clusters of small creamy-white fluffy flowers from late spring into summer. These soft blooms sit neatly along the branchlets and provide a subtle seasonal highlight that contrasts beautifully with its rounded blue-grey foliage.

Does Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring
Summer

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

Cream

Is Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box is Native to South-eastern Australia, including Victoria, New South Wales, and southern Queensland, where it grows in open woodlands and on rocky hillsides.

What is the Wildlife Value of Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box ?

Its nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and a wide range of beneficial insects. The dense evergreen canopy provides shelter, perching and nesting opportunities for small birds, while the fibrous bark supports insects and microfauna that contribute to a biodiverse native ecosystem.

How much Sunlight does Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box need?

Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Eucalyptus polyanthemos performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained areas unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support its strong drought performance, healthy growth and reliable canopy density.

Is Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box Drought Tolerant?

Is Eucalyptus polyanthemos - Red Box Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Eucalyptus polyanthemos develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry inland and coastal conditions and maintains its dense, rounded canopy with minimal supplementary watering.

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