The Best 25 Trees for Hawkesbury Gardens
If you’re looking for ideas for your garden, one of the best spots to start is the trees. They offer many advantages to our environment, from producing oxygen to providing shade and shelter for wildlife. In Hawkesbury the city, there’s an array of trees seen within gardens. Each with their own distinctive particularities and attributes. In this blog post we’ve made a list of 25 common trees that are commonly found throughout Hawkesbury gardens, along with their scientific names and brief descriptions of their key features. You may be looking for a tree which provides shade, beautiful flowers or vibrant autumn colours this list can help you choose the ideal tree to plant in your garden.
Common Name | Scientific Name | Description |
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Jacaranda | Jacaranda mimosifolia | An ornamental tree of great repute with gorgeous purple flowers that bloom in spring. |
Eucalyptus | Eucalyptus spp. | A diverse genus of trees that are native to Australia and known for their distinctive bark and strong scent. |
Magnolia | Magnolia spp. | A tree that is evergreen with huge, fragrant flowers which bloom in summer and spring. |
Frangipani | Plumeria spp. | A deciduous tree that is fragrant with, colorful flowers that bloom in the summer. |
Bottlebrush | Callistemon spp. | A species of evergreen trees, with round flower spikes that resemble the shape of a bottle brush. |
Lemon tree | Citrus limon | A small evergreen tree that has aromatic flowers and acidic juicy fruits. |
Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla | A tall evergreen tree that has unique symmetrical shapes which is commonly used for ornamental purposes. |
Lilly Pilly | Syzygium spp. | A collection of evergreen trees, with thick green foliage, and edible fruit that are loved by birds. |
Weeping Willow | Salix babylonica | A deciduous tree that has large, drooping branches as well as short leaves. |
Crepe Myrtle | Lagerstroemia spp. | An ornamental tree with showy crepe-like, flowers with shades of purple, pink, and white. |
Japanese Maple | Acer palmatum | A small deciduous shrub with delicate, deeply lobed leaves in shades of orange, red, and green. |
Grevillea | Grevillea spp. | A Genus of evergreen trees that have attractive flowers and foliage that attract birds. |
Banksia | Banksia spp. | A collection of evergreen trees featuring distinctive flower arrangements and seeds that are often used in floral arrangements. |
Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | An evergreen tree with bright flowering red blooms during the summer and spring. |
Golden Penda | Xanthostemon chrysanthus | A evergreen tree that is adorned with clusters full of yellow and bright flowers which bloom in summer. |
Bunya Pine | Araucaria bidwillii | A huge evergreen tree with huge, spiky cones which have edible seeds. |
Illawarra Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | A evergreen tree that is adorned with stunning bright red flowers that bloom during the late summer and spring. |
Brush Box | Lophostemon confertus | A evergreen tree that has round crowns as well as smooth bark. It also has tiny white flowers. |
Australian Willow | Geijera parviflora | A tree of evergreen with narrow leaves and cream-white flowers that flower in summer. |
Blackwood | Acacia melanoxylon | An evergreen tree with attractive dark wood and clusters of flowers in yellow that bloom in winter. |
Lilly Pilly Acmena | Acmena smithii | A evergreen tree with thick foliage and edible berries that are popular with birds. |
Tallowwood | Eucalyptus microcorys | A evergreen tree that has a tall straight trunk, straight branches and rough bark, which is popular for timber. |
Flame Pea | Chorizema spp. | A collection of evergreen trees sporting showy flame-like flowers. |
Having trees in your garden will not only enhance the beauty of your garden, but also contributes to the natural environment as well as the overall health of your home. With the following list of 25 commonly-used trees in Hawkesbury landscaping, it is possible to now have a better idea of the many trees you can choose from when adding new trees to your garden.
If you’re planning to add additional trees to your garden it’s crucial to take into account the area available as well as the specific requirements of each tree. While doing this should you decide to get rid of any trees in order to make room for new ones our arborists experts can help you complete the task effectively and safely.
At Hawkesbury Tree Cutting, we are committed to providing efficient and safe tree removal services to our clients in Hawkesbury. Our team of professional arborists have the experience, knowledge, and equipment necessary to handle any tree removal task. Contact us today to learn what we offer and to assist you in making a beautiful and secure garden with healthy trees.