Australian Willow

Geijera parviflora

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Overview

The Australian Willow, Geijera parviflora, is a graceful evergreen tree, reaching 30-50 feet in height with a 20-30 foot spread. Its weeping form boasts narrow, lanceolate leaves up to 4 inches long, exuding a refreshing citrus scent when crushed. Small off-white flowers appear in spring. Adaptable to various soil conditions, it thrives in full sun and exhibits drought tolerance once established, making it suitable for arid climates and water-wise gardens.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — is a graceful evergreen tree

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Rutaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — contributing to its common name.<br><br>Adaptable to a wide range of soil types

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — the Australian Willow thrives best in well-drained conditions

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — It prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — showing moderate growth to establish its broad

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — rounded crown.<br><br>This tree's tolerance for drought

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — makes it an excellent choice for water-conserving landscapes

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — particularly in regions with a Mediterranean climate

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — mirroring its native Australian environment

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — small clusters of cream-colored

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — inconspicuous flowers appear

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — providing subtle visual interest and attracting local pollinators

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — With its graceful form and functional resilience

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — the Australian Willow will impart an aura of tranquility and natural beauty to any landscape design

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — white flowers in the garden

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — tree with white blooms

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — tree for full

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — is a graceful evergreen tree; lanceolate leaves up to 4 inches long

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — reaching 30-50 feet in height with a 20-30 foot spread; which can grow up to 4 to 6 inches long

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — Its weeping form boasts narrow; particularly in regions with a Mediterranean climate

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — lanceolate leaves up to 4 inches long; white flowers in the garden

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — exuding a refreshing citrus scent when crushed, image 32

Australian Willow (Geijera parviflora) — Small off-white flowers appear in spring; contributing to its common name.<br><br>Adaptable to a wide range of soil

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