Robert Street (odd side)

Using our Street Tree Selection Matrix we narrow the suitable species down to two options suited for each site.

The species available are shown below. Please complete the below form by Wednesday 5 March 2025.

Trees available for selection:

Blueberry Ash
Elaeocarpus reticulatus

TREE SIZE Estimated height up to 8 metres and canopy width of 3 to 6 metres.

LEAVES AND FRUIT Foliage is a deep luscious green and dense making it ideal for shade and privacy. Bright blue olive-shaped fruits produced in Autumn and Winter and Spring.

FEATURES A hardy evergreen. Flowers and fruits often appear at the same time and are a key attractive feature. Attracts fruit-eating birds. Masses of white-pinkish delicate flowers appear in Spring and Summer.

Red Beach Hibiscus
Hibiscus tiliaceus ‘Rubra’

TREE SIZE A typically small tree, expected to grow to around 6m in Newcastle’s urban environment.

LEAVES AND FRUIT Produces interesting heart shaped leaves that are maroon when young, and turn deep green on maturity. Large flowers are yellow with a maroon centre.

FEATURES A hardy native that tolerates high winds, coastal conditions and poor drainage. Has a low broad canopy ideal for providing shade.

Make your selection below:

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Blueberry Ash Red Beach Hibiscus City of Newcastle's choice

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Robert Street (odd side)

Trees available for selection:

Blueberry AshElaeocarpus reticulatus

Red Beach HibiscusHibiscus tiliaceus ‘Rubra’

Make your selection below:

Blueberry Ash
Elaeocarpus reticulatus

Red Beach Hibiscus
Hibiscus tiliaceus ‘Rubra’