Allocasuarina littoralis
Allocasuarina littoralis
Black sheoak (Allocasuarina littoralis) is a hardy Australian native tree with fine, needle-like branchlets and attractive dark cones, well suited to coastal and woodland gardens. Once established it is drought tolerant and requires minimal watering, thriving in well-drained soils in partial shade to dappled light. It makes an excellent screening plant or windbreak and provides important habitat and food for native birds.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
60″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply Once Established, Allowing Soil To Dry Slightly Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
0° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
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