Botanical Name: Common Names:
Callitris oblonga Nana South Esk Pine, Pygmy Cypress Pine, River Pine, Tasmanian Cypress Pine, Conifer,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Hedging / Screening, Shrubs, Conifers TBA
Description:
A native conifer with a very dense growing habit. It has small blue-grey leaves and egg shaped cones. Great for screening and general landscaping. Grows to 2.5m in height.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Any
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Formal Garden, Hedging / Screening, Low Water Garden, Wind Break, Container / Pot, Native Garden
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser
Family Name: Origin:
Cupressaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High