A Visual Guide to the 25 Trees Commonly Found in Western Sydney Gardens
If you’re looking for ideas for your garden One of the most effective places to start is with the trees. They provide numerous advantages to our environment including oxygen production, as well as providing shade and shelter to wildlife. In Western Sydney, there is many varieties of trees located at gardens. They each having their own unique characteristic and characteristics. In this blog post we’ve created 25 of the most commonly-used trees throughout Western Sydney gardens, with their scientific names and an overview of their main characteristics. If you’re looking for a plant that will provide shade, beautiful flowers, or vibrant autumn colors, this list will aid you in choosing the right tree to plant in your garden.
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Jacaranda | Jacaranda mimosifolia | An ornamental tree that is popular with stunning purple flowers that bloom in spring. |
| Eucalyptus | Eucalyptus spp. | A wide variety of genus trees that are native to Australia and are known for their distinctive bark and distinctive scent. |
| Magnolia | Magnolia spp. | A evergreen tree that has large, fragrant flowers which bloom in spring and summer. |
| Frangipani | Plumeria spp. | A deciduous tree with fragrant flowering, vibrant flowers that blossom during summer. |
| Bottlebrush | Callistemon spp. | A Genus of evergreen trees that has cylindrical flower spikes that resemble brushes from bottles. |
| Lemon tree | Citrus limon | A small evergreen plant with beautiful flowers and acidic, sweet fruit. |
| Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla | A tall evergreen tree that has an unusual symmetrical form which is commonly used for ornamental purposes. |
| Lilly Pilly | Syzygium spp. | A group of evergreen trees, with thick leaf and edible, ripe berries popular with birds. |
| Weeping Willow | Salix babylonica | A deciduous plant with lengthy, drooping branches, and short leaves. |
| Crepe Myrtle | Lagerstroemia spp. | An ornamental tree decorated with stunning crepe-like, flowers with shades of purple, pink, and white. |
| Japanese Maple | Acer palmatum | A small deciduous tree that has delicate deep lobed leaves shades of red, orange and green. |
| Grevillea | Grevillea spp. | A species of evergreen trees, with gorgeous flowers and leaves which are loved by birds. |
| Banksia | Banksia spp. | A collection of evergreen trees, each with its own unique blossoms and pods that are frequently used for floral arrangements. |
| Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | A tree that is evergreen with bright pink flowers which bloom during the spring and summer. |
| Golden Penda | Xanthostemon chrysanthus | A tree that’s evergreen with clusters of bright yellow flowers that blossom in the summer. |
| Bunya Pine | Araucaria bidwillii | A huge evergreen tree with large, spiky cones that contain edible seeds. |
| Illawarra Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | A evergreen tree that is adorned with stunning bright red flowers which bloom in late spring and summer. |
| Brush Box | Lophostemon confertus | An evergreen tree with a rounded crown with smooth bark and tiny white flowers. |
| Australian Willow | Geijera parviflora | An evergreen tree with narrow leaves and white flowers that bloom 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 small, edible fruit that is popular with birds. |
| Tallowwood | Eucalyptus microcorys | A evergreen tree that has a tall straight trunk and rough bark that is well-known for its timber. |
| Flame Pea | Chorizema spp. | A group of evergreen trees sporting showy, flame-like flowers. |
Planting trees in your yard is not just beautiful, but also brings many benefits to the environment as well as the overall health of your home. With the list of 25 common trees found within Western Sydney landscapes, you now have a better idea of the various trees to choose from when you are adding additional trees to your garden.
If you’re looking to add new trees to your yard it is essential to take into consideration the space available and the particular requirements for each tree. Also should you decide remove trees in order to create space for new trees our arborists experts can help you complete the task quickly and safely.
At Western Sydney Tree Lopping, we are dedicated to providing efficient and safe tree removal to our customers in Western Sydney. Our team of professional arborists has the experience, expertise and tools for any tree removal project. Contact us now to find out more about the services we provide and what can we do to help you in creating a beautiful and safe garden that is populated with healthy trees.
