Casuarina equisetifolia

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

40'-65' height by 20'-30' width. Rapid grower. Upright spreading evergreen. Has a feathery and open character. Originated in Southeast Asia and Australia. Will take salt spray, full sun or reflected heat. Drought resistant. Very tolerant of salty soil but does not do well in heavy clay. Will also take wet areas. Damaged by hard frost. Aggressive and may compete with others, Can be invasive in wet conditions.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low, Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Basic

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Seascape

 

Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.