Transforming Your Brisbane Garden
If you’re seeking inspiration for your garden one of the ideal places to start is with the trees. Trees offer numerous benefits to the environment, from producing oxygen to creating shade and shelter to wildlife. In Brisbane there are numerous varieties of trees encountered in gardens, each having their own unique traits and characteristics. In this blog we’ve put together the top 25 most common trees found throughout Brisbane gardens, with their scientific names, as well as brief descriptions of their key features. If you’re looking for a tree that provides shade, beautiful flowers or vibrant autumn colours the list below will assist you in finding the ideal tree for 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 variety of genus of trees that are native to Australia and known for their distinctive bark and strong scent. |
| Magnolia | Magnolia spp. | An evergreen tree with large, fragrant flowers which bloom in summer and spring. |
| Frangipani | Plumeria spp. | A deciduous tree with fragrant flowering, vibrant flowers that blossom in summer. |
| Bottlebrush | Callistemon spp. | A Genus of evergreen trees that has round flower spikes that resemble the shape of a bottle brush. |
| Lemon tree | Citrus limon | A small evergreen plant with fragrant flowers and acidic, juicy fruit. |
| Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla | A tall evergreen tree with an unusual symmetrical form, often used as a decoration tree. |
| Lilly Pilly | Syzygium spp. | A group of evergreen trees with dense leaves and edible fruits loved by birds. |
| Weeping Willow | Salix babylonica | A deciduous tree that has long, drooping branches and narrow leaves. |
| Crepe Myrtle | Lagerstroemia spp. | A tree ornamental with dazzling crepe-like, flowers with shades of purple, pink and white. |
| Japanese Maple | Acer palmatum | A small deciduous plant with delicate deeply lobed leaves that are in shades of red, orange, and green. |
| Grevillea | Grevillea spp. | A family of evergreen trees with stunning flowers and attractive foliage that attract birds. |
| Banksia | Banksia spp. | A collection of evergreen trees featuring distinctive blossoms and pods that are often used in floral arrangements. |
| Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | An evergreen tree with bright rose flowers, which blossom during the spring and in summer. |
| Golden Penda | Xanthostemon chrysanthus | A evergreen tree that is adorned with clusters with bright, yellow blossoms which bloom in the summer. |
| Bunya Pine | Araucaria bidwillii | A large evergreen tree with massive, spiky cones. They have 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 an elongated crown with smooth bark and little white flower clusters. |
| Australian Willow | Geijera parviflora | An evergreen tree with thin leaves and creamy white flowers that flower in summer. |
| Blackwood | Acacia melanoxylon | A beautiful evergreen tree that has attractive dark wood and clusters of yellow flowers that bloom in winter. |
| Lilly Pilly Acmena | Acmena smithii | A tree with evergreen leaves that have dense foliage and small, edible fruits that are loved by birds. |
| Tallowwood | Eucalyptus microcorys | An evergreen with a tall straight trunk and rough bark, which is popular for timber. |
| Flame Pea | Chorizema spp. | A group of evergreen trees that display flame-like flowers |
Planting trees in your yard is not just beautiful, but also provides numerous benefits to the environment and the general well-being of your house. With this list of 25 common trees found within Brisbane garden, you now have a better understanding of the various trees to choose from when you are adding new trees to your garden.
If you’re planning to add new trees to your garden It is important to think about the area available as well as the requirements specific to each tree. In addition, if you need to remove any trees to make way for new ones Our professional arborists will help you complete the task quickly and safely.
At Professional Tree Removal Brisbane, we are dedicated to providing safe and efficient tree removal services to our customers in Brisbane. Our arborists are professionals and have the experience, knowledge and tools to manage any tree removal task. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you in creating a beautiful and safe garden with healthy trees.
