Abel Street (11)

Using our Street Tree Selection Matrix we narrow the suitable species down to two options suited for each site.

The species available are shown below.

Trees available for selection:

Brush Box
Lophostemon confertus

TREE SIZE Variable size. Estimated height 12 to 15 metres and canopy width 6 to 8 metres.

LEAVES AND FRUIT Glossy, dark-green leaves. Small white flowers and a bell shaped fruit.

FEATURES An excellent long lived street and shade tree, it is hardy and robust and is adaptable to a wide range of urban conditions. This tree has minimal maintenance requirements.

Chinese Elm
Ulmus parvifolia

TREE SIZE Estimated height 8 to 12 metres and canopy width 6 to 8 metres.

LEAVES AND FRUIT Glossy dark green leaves which turn yellow before falling in Winter. Inconspicuous flowers.

FEATURES A small to medium sized, semi-deciduous tree. Bark exfoliates in patches, revealing beautiful mottled colours of grey, green, orange and brown. Provides great shade during the hot Summer months.

Make your selection below:

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