Seeds

• Eucalyptus seeds are available from nurseries and seed distributors. Park Seed suggests sowing eucalyptus seeds outdoors in Zones 8 through 10, where the winters are warm. The soil should be moist and should drain easily. Avoid planting where water stands for long periods. Eucalyptus is a perennial and will continue to grow year after year.
  
  Lightly press the seeds into the top of the soil in early spring. Most seed varieties need not be covered with soil in order to germinate, although some may benefit from a light sprinkling of sand. Check with the seed distributor for specific information about your variety.
  
  In cooler climates, eucalyptus may be grown from seed as indoor ornamentals in a sunny spot. When planting the seeds indoors, a soilless medium is acceptable, and gentle bottom heat may speed germination.
  
  

Plants

• Small eucalyptus plants may be transplanted directly to the spot where they are to grow. Australia's Windmill Outback Nursery suggests digging a hole only slightly larger than the plant's root ball. There is no need to add soil conditioners. Water the eucalyptus plant before placing it in the ground and again after it's planted. Position what was the top of the potted soil evenly with the top of the ground. Avoid breaking up the soil on the root ball as this may stunt the growth of some eucalyptus plants, and skip the fertilizer. Your plants will not need it to put out new roots, and an excess of phosphorus, sometimes found in fertilizers, may harm the plant.
  
  Arrange small decorative rocks, if desired, on the top of the soil surrounding the new eucalyptus plant. The water will drain right through and help the soil beneath retain steady moisture content.