Geijera parviflora
Australian Willow, Wilga
Description
This evergreen tree reaches 25' tall and 15' wide, with 3"-6" long, olive green colored leaves that are narrow. Its main branches sweep up and out, while the smaller branches tend to hang down. Cream colored flowers appear in spring and fall. This beautiful tree has the weeping willow look as it matures. It is wind resistant; plant in full sun. Once it's established, it has low water needs.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Fall
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Roadside, Street Tree
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Wind Break, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).