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Tree Eucalyptus polyanthemos Red Box
Description This Australian native tree grows naturally down the central tablelands of New South Wales to Victoria, and across as far as Ararat. A tough tree, it is capable of tolerating difficult, dry stony soils. Juvenile foliage is oval in shape and grey-green in colour whilst the mature, adult leaves are more ovate. The short trunk can be smooth or box-like (fissured). Flowering occurs from September to January during which small white flowers appear.
Foliage Evergreen
Form Oval
Mature Size 10-15 x 5m
Uses A great street/ avenue planting tree. Can also be used in Parks and Gardens for shade and native habitat
Position & Soil Is tolerant of most soils even the most difficult of sites but does need good drainage. Can tolerate very dry conditions.
Features Large Evergreen Oval Bird Attracting Coastal Feature Flower Feature Foliage Native Shade Tree Signature Trees Specimen
Pot sizes in production 40cm/27L (1.4-1.6m)
Substitutes Eucalyptus melliodora
Eucalyptus melliodora 'Beardsell Pink'
Eucalyptus rubida
Eucalyptus salubris

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