Recommended Landscape Plant List
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RECOMMENDED LANDSCAPE PLANT LIST LANDSCAPE PLANTS RECOMMENDED FOR THE COPPER COAST REGION Landscaping Policy DEV003 – Attachment 1 PLANTS RECOMMENDED FOR THE COPPER COAST REGION INTRODUCTION This list was compiled by the Copper Coast Council after consultation with a number of plant growers in the Copper Coast region. Organisations consulted included; The Kadina Growing Company Peninsula Nursery Narunga Aboriginal Progress Association Northern Yorke Peninsula Australian Plants Society Factors that were considered when selecting plants for this list included; Suitability to local conditions Sustainability with minimum or no supplementary irrigation Growth characteristics, (plants that are likely to become weeds if they escape into the natural environment have been avoided) Availability It is important to choose the plant that not only possesses the form and function you require, but also suits the conditions that you can provide. The list contains both native and non-native plants. The list is intended to recommend plants that will grow in the Copper Coast region under normal conditions. It is not a complete list of plants that will grow in the region and is not intended to be. The list will be updated on a regular basis as different plants are recommended to Council that meet the required criteria. It is anticipated that the list will be of assistance to developers, landscapers and property owners. A Coastal Garden that displays plants that are suited to front line coastal conditions, second line coastal conditions and the dune environment has been established on the foreshore adjacent to the corner of Riley Road and The Esplanade, North Beach Township. The garden is a living demonstration of plants suited for gardens in a coastal environment. Landscaping Policy DEV003 – Attachment 1 CONTENTS TREES SHRUBS/PLANTS TO 1 METRE IN HEIGHT 1. Allocasuarina verticillata 1. Acacia glaucoptera 2. Callistemon ‘Harkness’ 2. Agapanthus orientalis 3. Eucalyptus camaldulensis 3. Correa pulchella ‘Dusky Bells’ 4. Eucalyptus cladocalyx 4. Cuphea ‘Tiny Mice’ 5. Eucalyptus forrestiana 5. Dianella revoluta ‘Little Rev’ 6. Eucalyptus incrassata var. incrassata 6. Dieties spp 7. Eucalyptus sargentii 7. Euryops pectinatus 8. Eucalyptus socialis 8. Hebe buxifolia 9. Eucalyptus stricklandii 9. Lavandula pendunculata 10. Eucalyptus torquata 10. Lomandra spp. 11. Eucalyptus ‘Torwood’ 11. Rhagodia candolleana 12. Melaleuca lanceolata 12. Rosmarinus officinalis 13. Pittosporum phylliraeoides GROUNDCOVERS SHRUBS 1. Eremophila glabra (prostrate, yellow) 1. Acacia iteaphylla 2. Dampiera rosmarinifolia 2. Acacia notabilis 3. Hardenbergia violaceae 3. Adenanthos detmoldii 4. Myoporum parvifolium 4. Alyogyne hakeifolia 5. Alyogyne huegelii GRASSES 6. Atriplex nummularia 1. Cymbopogon ambiguous 7. Banksia prionotes 2. Isolepis nodosa 8. Bursaria spinosa 9. Callistemon rugulosus 10. Calothamnos quadrifidus 11. Chamelaucium uncinatum 12. Correa alba 13. Eremophila maculata 14. Eremophila nivea 15. Eremophila oppositifolia 16. Escallonia ‘Red Elf’ 17. Hebe ‘Inspiration’ 18. Melaleuca acuminate 19. Melaleuca pauperiflora 20. Photinia robusta 21. Westringia fruiticosa 22. Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Gem’ Landscaping Policy DEV003 – Attachment 1 TREES Allocasuarina verticillata Native Drooping Sheoak Round-headed, small-to-medium-sized tree that will grow in a variety of sites. Height 6 metres with a spread of 4 metres. It is well-known as a tree tolerant of sandy, dry soils, and coastal salt spray. Although known as a coastal plant it also grows successfully on heavy, cracking clay soils. Has been used extensively on difficult sites both in Australia and abroad. Drought, frost and lime tolerant. Requires minimal supplemental watering. A. verticillata looks poorly-as it grows, but this appearance will change with age. Do not plant closer than 3.5 metres from sewer pipes. Callistemon ‘Harkness’ Native Call. ‘Gawler Hybrid’ Rounded small tree to 4 metres in height with a spread up to 3 meters. Masses of bright red flower spikes in spring and autumn. Very hardy. Thrives on alkaline soils. Drought, frost tolerant. Attracts nectar feeding birds and insects. Requires minimal supplemental watering. Do not plant closer than 2 metres from sewer pipes. Eucalyptus camaldulensis Native River Red Gum Large spreading tree to 30 metres in height. Will accept wet conditions. E.camaldulensis is a hardy tree in cultivation but is probably too large for most urban gardens. It adapts to a wide range of soils but growth is best in soils with an assured supply of water. The white flowers are seen mainly in late spring and summer and these are followed by small seed capsules about 60 mm diameter with protruding valves. Should not be overlooked for use in large open landscapes where a dominant tree is required in the landscape. Requires supplemental watering. Landscaping Policy DEV003 – Attachment 1 Eucalyptus cladocalyx Native Bushy Sugar Gum Small spreading tree to 10 metres in height. Very hardy and fast growing. Will tolerate most soils and conditions. Drought and frost tolerant. An excellent plant for windbreaks due to its bushy growth habit. It can be difficult to establish other plants under this species due to the competitive root structure. Creamy yellow flowers in spring. Eucalyptus forrestiana Native Fuchsia Gum A small, bushy tree to 5 metres in height with a spread of 4 metres. Attractive, pendulous capsules which are bright red at flowering time. Red and orange flowers. Requires minimal supplemental watering. Suitable for shelter, ornamental or street planting. Drought and frost tolerant. Prefers full sun. Is a bird attractant. Do not plant closer than 3.5 metres from sewer pipes. Eucalyptus incrassata var. incrassata Native Yellow Mallee Small tree to 5 metres. Will tolerate sandy soils and second line coastal conditions. Creamy white to yellow flowers in winter. Drought, fire, salt and frost tolerant. Bushy with attractive buds and fruit. A good honey tree. Prefers a well drained soil. Nectar eating bird and insect attracting. Requires minimal supplemental watering. Do not plant closer than 3.5 metres from sewer pipes. Eucalyptus sargentii Native Salt River Mallee Small tree to 8 metres in height with a spread of 6 metres. Fast growing, hardy tree with masses of cream flowers in spring and summer. Drought and frost tolerant. Will tolerate most soils including saline soils and poorly drained soils. Will tolerate second line coastal conditions. Attracts nectar eating birds and insects. Requires minimal supplemental watering. Do not plant closer than 3.5 metres from sewer pipes. Landscaping Policy DEV003 – Attachment 1 Eucalyptus socialis Native Grey Mallee or Beaked Red Mallee Small tree to 8 metres in height with a spread of 5 metres. Cream to white flowers in summer and winter. Tolerates most soil types. Drought and moderate frost tolerance. Will tolerate second line coastal conditions. Leaves used for oil extraction. Prefers full sun. Requires minimal supplemental watering. Attracts nectar eating birds and insects. Do not plant closer than 2 metres from sewer pipes. Eucalyptus stricklandii Native Strickland's Gum Small tree to 10m in height with a spread of 7 metres. Yellow flowers in autumn and spring. An excellent tree for gardens and for screening. Tolerates most soil types and second line coastal conditions. Requires minimal supplemental watering. Frost and drought tolerant. Prefers full sun. Nectar eating bird and insect attracting. Do not plant closer than 3.5 metres from sewer pipes. Eucalyptus torquata Native Coral Gum Small spreading tree to 8 metres in height. Prefers full sun and a well drained soil. White to deep pink pendulous flowers. Drought and moderate salt tolerance. Protect from frosts when young. One of Australia’s best gum trees for the home garden. Can also be grown in large pots or tubs. Moderate supplemental watering. Eucalyptus ‘Torwood’ Native Eucalyptus ‘Torwood’ is a hybrid between E. torquata and E. woodwardii. Small tree to 10metres in height. Requires minimal supplemental watering. Tolerates most soils. Frost and drought tolerant. Prefers semi shade to full sun. Abundant large yellow to orange showy flowers in summer and winter. Attracts nectar eating birds and insects. Landscaping Policy DEV003 – Attachment 1 Melaleuca lanceolata Native Dryland Tea Tree Small tree to 6 metres in height with a 4 metre spread. Suitable for screening and windbreaks. Flowers are creamy white in loose spikes in spring and summer. A very hardy plant . Tolerates full sun or part shade. Tolerates most soils. Moderate frost tolerance. Tolerates drought, fire, limestone, salt spray and strong winds. Requires minimal supplemental watering. Do not plant closer than 3.5 metres from sewer pipes. Pittosporum phylliraeoides Native Small tree to 8 metres high with very pendulous branches. Flowers are creamy yellow in spring and summer. Bears orange fruits with red seeds. A sunny well drained position is required. Grows well in coastal conditions. Do not plant closer than 3.5 metres from sewer pipes. Requires minimal supplemental watering. SHRUBS Acacia iteaphylla Native Flinders Range Wattle Weeping shrub to 3 metres in height with a spread of 2 metres. Narrow grey phyllodes (leaves). Yellow flowers in autumn and winter. Useful as a hedge plant. Tolerates most soils but good drainage is preferred. Attracts nectar eating birds and insects. Tolerates second line coastal conditions. Do not plant closer than 2 metres from sewer pipes. Landscaping Policy DEV003 – Attachment