A practical lookup page for identifying, comparing and selecting Australian Willow and similar landscape trees.
Data compiled from and expanded on this guide: Australian Willow Guide
| Scientific Name | Geijera parviflora |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Australian Willow |
| Height | 8–15 m |
| Canopy | 6–10 m |
| Lifespan | 40–60 years |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast |
| Water Needs | Low after establishment |
| Native | Yes |
| Best Uses | Shade, screening, windbreak, parks, rural landscapes |
| Tree | Native | Evergreen | Height | Drought | Root Risk | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Willow | Yes | Yes | 8–15 m | High | Low | Shade |
| Weeping Willow | No | No | 10–20 m | Low | High | Waterways |
| Peppermint Tree | Yes | Yes | 8–12 m | High | Low | Street Tree |
| Lemon Scented Gum | Yes | Yes | 20–40 m | High | Medium | Feature Tree |
| Golden Penda | Yes | Yes | 8–15 m | Medium | Low | Shade |
| Water Gum | Yes | Yes | 10–15 m | Medium | Low | Urban |
| Brush Box | Yes | Yes | 12–20 m | Medium | Medium | Street |
| Crepe Myrtle | No | No | 4–8 m | Medium | Low | Small Gardens |
| Queensland Box | Yes | Yes | 10–25 m | High | Low | Shade |
| Native Frangipani | Yes | Semi | 8–20 m | Medium | Low | Feature |
| River Red Gum | Yes | Yes | 20–35 m | High | Medium | Large Sites |
| Silky Oak | Yes | Semi | 20–35 m | Medium | Medium | Feature |
| Blackwood | Yes | Yes | 10–30 m | Medium | Low | Windbreak |
| Wilga | Yes | Yes | 6–10 m | High | Low | Dry Gardens |
| Austree Hybrid Willow | No | Deciduous | 15–20 m | Medium | Medium | Windbreak |
| Situation | Recommended? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Street Planting | ★★★★★ | Excellent |
| Large Backyard | ★★★★★ | Excellent Shade |
| Small Courtyard | ★★☆☆☆ | Usually Too Large |
| Farm Windbreak | ★★★★★ | Very Suitable |
| Near House | ★★★★☆ | Allow Proper Spacing |
| Water Edge | ★★★★☆ | More Controlled Than Salix |
| Drought Areas | ★★★★★ | Excellent Choice |
| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf Drop | Drought or cold stress | Deep watering during establishment |
| Paving Damage | Tree planted too close | Maintain 6–8 m spacing |
| Slow Growth | Poor establishment | Improve watering and mulch |
| Dense Canopy | Lack of pruning | Light structural pruning |
| Poor Shape | Early branching issues | Corrective pruning while young |
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Australian Willow a real willow? | No. It is Geijera parviflora. |
| Is it invasive? | No. |
| How tall does it grow? | Usually 8–15 metres. |
| Can it tolerate drought? | Yes, once established. |
| Does it require heavy maintenance? | No, only occasional structural pruning. |