Janet Street (Henry to Algie odd side)

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. Please complete the below form by Monday 10 February 2025.

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.

Jerilderie Red
Brachychiton populneus x acerifolius

TREE SIZE An attractive evergreen tree with a wide canopy that grows to around 8 metres tall and 7 metres wide in Newcastle’s urban environment.

LEAVES AND FRUIT During the summer months, the tree is densely packed with stunning powdery-red flowers that are shaped like small bells.

FEATURES This evergreen tree has a round canopy shape and can be used as a feature tree. It has a bloated trunk and large lobed leaves.

Make your selection below:

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Purpose of collecting personal details: Council is collecting this information to determine the local community’s choice for future street tree planting.

Intended recipients: Information provided as part of the consultation will be used to determine what tree species will be planted outside specific properties where street tree planting has been identified as suitable.

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