Eucalyptus is incredibly hardy but its natural oils can seal stem ends quickly if not properly processed. Upon arrival, strip away lower leaves to clear the baseline. Give the tough, fibrous woody stems a heavy-duty angled cut using sharp loppers or commercial bypass shears. Place immediately into clean buckets filled with deep, warm water treated with a professional flower or foliage preservative. Store in a cool room or flower chiller. Note: The leaves naturally secrete a sticky sap when cut; wearing processing gloves is highly recommended.
