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- Size:
Height: 20-35'; Spread: 10-35'
- Growth:
Moderate to fast
- Character:
Evergreen; columnar, arching canopy, open and weeping
- Foliage:
Gray-green needle-like leaves.
- Flower:
Inconspicuous flowers, fall.
- Fruit:
Brown cone, .5-1.5" in spring
- Bark:
Light green to gray; exfoliating
- 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. Requires light annual pruning for structure when young.
- Tolerance:
Drought (once established); sea-side conditions including salt spray and wind; any soil, some shade.
- Special Considerations:
Has shallow roots and prefers good drainage. Less susceptible to pests than most trees.
- Notable Traits:
Native to Australia. Needle-like leaves look similar to pine needles. Good as a windbreak.