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Callitris drummondii
Cypress Pine
Notes

Uses: A slow growing evergreen large shrub or small tree. Can be planted as a wind-break, screen or shelter in wider median strips, verges or roadside corridors. Plant in groups for effective soil erosion control. Withstands heavy clay soils. Bird attracting for food source and habitat.
Note: This species is provisionally classified schedule 2 by SA Water and requires written approval before being planted in any street or drainage area. It should not be planted closer than 3.5 metres to any sewer main or connection.

  • Height 2-4m
  • Spread 1-2m
  • Position
    • position-partshade Part Shade
    • position-fullsun Full Sun
  • Family Cupressaceae
  • Botanical Name Callitris drummondii
  • Common Name Cypress Pine
  • Origin WA
  • Habit Erect, Dense
  • Landscape 2nd line coast, Coastal footslopes, Plains, Hills
  • Soil Texture Clay, Loam, Sand
  • pH Acidic, Alkaline, Neutral
  • Tolerates Drought, Lime, Moderate frost
  • Supplementary Watering Minimal
  • Flower Type Cones
  • Purpose Ornamental, Habitat
  • Form Large Shrub (Usually exceeds 3.6m)