Alister Street (even) & 61 Mawson Street

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. 

We will do our best to provide you with your selected species. Due to weather events or stock availability, we sometimes have difficulty sourcing certain species. For example, in March 2025, Cyclone Alfred damaged many trees we were sourcing from Queensland nurseries. Unfortunately, this means we cannot guarantee your selected species will be available at the time of planting. In this case, you'll receive Option 2. Thanks for your understanding.

Trees available for selection:

Blackgum
Nyssa sylvatica

TREE SIZE A fine textured tree with a straight trunk and characteristically horizontal branches. Estimated height 8 to 12 metres and canopy width 3 to 6 metres.

LEAVES AND FRUIT Shiny, dark green elliptic leaves. Autumn colour can range from fluorescent yellow to orange or scarlet.

FEATURES Nyssa grows in a wide range of conditions however grows best on well-drained, light textured soils.


Brush Box
Lophostemon confertus

TREE SIZE Variable size. Estimated height 12 to 15 metres and canopy width 6 to 8 metres.

LEAVES AND FRUIT Glossy, dark-green leaves. Small white flowers and a bell shaped fruit.

FEATURES An excellent long lived street and shade tree, it is hardy and robust and is adaptable to a wide range of urban conditions. This tree has minimal maintenance requirements.

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