- Size:
Height: 20-30'; Spread: 20'
- Growth:
Moderate
- Character:
Evergreen; oval form with weeping foliage; moderate canopy.
- Foliage:
Green, smooth, narrow leaves, 3-6" long.
- Flower:
Inconspicuous creamy white flowers in sparse clusters near branch tips.
- Fruit:
No fruit or seed drop.
- Bark:
Smooth, gray bark.
- Watering:
In general, 15-20 gallons per week for the first 2 years; 15-20 gallons twice a month for the 3rd year; as needed after 3 years (varies by soil, sun, and wind conditions).
- Tree Care:
Low. Early pruning to train a good shape; regular pruning needed less frequently with age.
- Tolerance:
Drought (once established), sandy soil.
- Special Considerations:
Prefers sun, warmth, and good drainage. Does not tolerate strong winds, salt air, or heavy fog.
- Notable Traits:
Native to Australia. Neat, low maintenance street tree. Weeping form recalls willow without the problems of a true willow. Disease and pest resistant.