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Tristaniopsis laurina
Water Gum/ Kanuka Box
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Medium sized, evergreen tree with a dense canopy of oblong shaped green leaves. Produces a mass of fragrant yellow flowers in Summer. Smooth, pale bark shedding in strips. Leaves can turn red in cooler climates. Use as a street tree, specimen tree, shade tree and wind break.
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Naturally Occurring:
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Occurs in coastal forests, rainforests, and along riverbanks and streams of Eastern Australia.
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Dimensions:
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Parkland/ Large Open Space: Up to 15m h x 10m w
Moderate Open Space: 8m h x 5m w
Urban Environment: Usually to about 8m h x 5m w in cultivation |
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Aspect:
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Full sun to semi shade.
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Coastal Tolerance:
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Good choice for coastal plantings.
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Soil Requirements:
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- Prefers moist well drained soil rich in organic matter.
- Tolerant to compacted, wet soils
- Tolerant to saline soils
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Moisture Requirements:
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Requires consistent moisture levels in soil. Regular supplementary watering in Summer is beneficial. Mulching will help retain soil moisture.
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Temperature Range:
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Perform best in warmer climates. Tolerant of medium frosts.
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Maintenance and Fertiliser Requirements:
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Prune regularly to desired shape. Fertilise with slow release fertiliser in Spring.
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Pests and Diseases:
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Susceptible to attack from free- living psyllid (Not pimple forming psyllid) and scale insects. Treatment not usually required.
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Spacing Guide:
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8 metres
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Typical Container Sizes Available:
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300mm, 45ltr, 75ltr, 100ltr, 150ltr and 200ltr
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