Merivale Street (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:
Smooth Leaved Quandong
Elaeocarpus eumundi
TREE SIZE Variable size. Estimated height 8 to 12 metres and canopy width 3 to 6 metres with a columnar shape.
LEAVES AND FRUIT Broad shiny green foliage and egg shaped fruit. Sweet scented cream flowers that grow in late Spring to early Summer.
FEATURES This native tree loves full sun, is low shedding and makes a beautiful shade tree with its vibrant Summer flowers. Well adapted to a variety of conditions, resistant to some pollution and thrives in well drained loamy or sandy soil.
White Oak
Grevillea baileyana
TREE SIZE A medium to large evergreen tree with an estimated height of 8 to 12 metres and canopy width of 6 to 8 metres.
LEAVES AND FRUIT Glossy green leaves have a golden or bronze undersurface. Small fruit like a hardy capsule contains a single seed.
FEATURES Fragrant cream flowers appear in spring and attract honey-eating birds and beneficial pollinators. A great low maintenance tree that requires minimal care.
Make your selection below:
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