Creating a Beautiful Garden with 25 Common Trees in Sydney
If you’re seeking inspiration for your garden one of the ideal places to start is the trees. They provide numerous benefits to our environment including oxygen production, as well as providing shade and shelter for wildlife. In Sydney there are a wide variety of trees seen within gardens. Each with distinct characteristic and characteristics. In this blog post we’ve made a list of 25 common trees among Sydney gardens, together with their scientific names and brief descriptions of their most important characteristics. If you’re searching for a tree which provides shade, beautiful flowers or vibrant autumn colors the list below will help you choose the ideal tree for your garden.
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Jacaranda | Jacaranda mimosifolia | A popular ornamental tree with stunning purple flowers that flower in spring. |
| Eucalyptus | Eucalyptus spp. | A wide variety of genus trees that are indigenous to Australia and is known for their distinctive smell and bark. |
| Magnolia | Magnolia spp. | A evergreen tree that has large, fragrant flowers which bloom in summer and spring. |
| Frangipani | Plumeria spp. | A deciduous tree that is fragrant with beautiful flowers that bloom in the summer. |
| Bottlebrush | Callistemon spp. | A species of evergreen trees, with flowers that are cylindrical and resemble a bottle brush. |
| Lemon tree | Citrus limon | A small evergreen tree that has beautiful flowers and acidic, sweet fruit. |
| Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla | A tall evergreen tree that has an unusual symmetrical form that is often used as a decoration tree. |
| Lilly Pilly | Syzygium spp. | A group of evergreen trees with dense green foliage, and edible fruit popular with birds. |
| Weeping Willow | Salix babylonica | A deciduous plant with long, drooping branches and thin leaves. |
| Crepe Myrtle | Lagerstroemia spp. | A tree ornamental with dazzling crepe-like blooms in shades of purple, pink, and white. |
| Japanese Maple | Acer palmatum | A small deciduous shrub with delicate deeply lobed leaves that are in shades of red, orange and green. |
| Grevillea | Grevillea spp. | A species of evergreen trees, with attractive flowers and foliage that attract birds. |
| Banksia | Banksia spp. | A collection of evergreen trees that have unique flower arrangements and seeds that are frequently used for floral arrangements. |
| Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | An evergreen tree with vibrant pink flowers which bloom in the spring and summer. |
| Golden Penda | Xanthostemon chrysanthus | A evergreen tree that is adorned with clusters of bright yellow flowers which bloom in summer. |
| Bunya Pine | Araucaria bidwillii | An enormous evergreen tree, with huge, spiky cones which have edible seeds. |
| Illawarra Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | A evergreen tree that is adorned with stunning vibrant red flowers that bloom in the summer and late spring. |
| Brush Box | Lophostemon confertus | A evergreen tree that has an elongated crown as well as smooth bark. It also has the clusters of tiny white flowers. |
| Australian Willow | Geijera parviflora | A tree of evergreen with narrow leaves and creamy white flowers that flower in summer. |
| Blackwood | Acacia melanoxylon | An evergreen tree with beautiful 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 fruit that is popular with birds. |
| Tallowwood | Eucalyptus microcorys | An evergreen with a tall straight trunk, straight branches and rough bark that is popular for timber. |
| Flame Pea | Chorizema spp. | A collection of evergreen trees that display, flame-like flowers |
Having trees in your garden does not just add beauty, but also brings many benefits to the environment and the general well-being of your house. With this list of 25 trees that are commonly found throughout Sydney gardens, you have a better idea of the different trees you can pick from when adding the new trees in your garden.
If you’re thinking of adding additional trees to your garden it is essential to take into consideration the area available as well as the particular requirements for each tree. In addition, if you need to take down any trees in order to make space for new ones Our arborists are experts and can assist you in the process safely and efficiently.
At Sydney Tree Lopping, we are committed to providing secure and efficient tree removal services to our clients in Sydney. Our professional arborist team is equipped with the expertise, experience and the equipment required to manage any tree removal project. Contact us today to learn what we offer and to assist you in creating a beautiful and secure garden that is populated with healthy trees.
