Plant Name:  Australian Willow Tree

Botanical Name:  Geijera parviflora

Origin: Australia

Height/Physical Description:  Evergreen tree that grows 25 to 30 feet in height and 20 feet wide.

Special Attributes:  Has a “weeping willow” growth habit, leaves are olive green that are aromatic.  Produces small, fragrant creamy white flowers in early Spring and early Fall.  Tall tree that has non-invasive roots, little leaf litter, making it a very good choice for a shade tree near sidewalks and patios.

Purchasing:  Private nurseries and online.

Planting Requirements:  No soil preference.  The best time to plant trees is in the Fall and Spring.

Watering:  Give regular water until established.  Once established, needs little to moderate water.

Fertilizing:  Use compost away from the base of the trunk.

Pruning:  Needs pruning only to correct form, dead or cross branches.

Pest:  Unknown.

Diseases:  Unknown.

Additional Information:  Sunset zones 8, 9,12-24