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Moreton Bay ash - Corymbia tessellaris
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Overview & Specifications
Moreton Bay Ash, Corymbia tessellaris
One of Australia's most architecturally distinctive natives, Corymbia tessellaris delivers commanding presence through its tessellated white trunk, broad canopy, and exceptional tolerance for harsh conditions. At advanced stock sizes, its impact on a landscape is immediate and undeniable.
Why Moreton Bay Ash
Signature Bark: The distinctive tessellated, chalky-white trunk provides year-round structural interest that few native trees can match.
Exceptional Hardiness: Performs reliably in coastal, dry, and low-nutrient soils where lesser species struggle.
Drought and Wind Tolerance: Well-suited to exposed sites and projects requiring minimal ongoing intervention.
Canopy Scale: Develops a broad, generous crown that delivers meaningful shade at maturity.
Ecological Value: Supports native bird and pollinator populations, a considered choice for biodiversity-conscious projects.
Ideal Applications
Statement Feature Tree: Positioned as a standalone specimen in open landscapes, the trunk alone commands attention.
Windbreak Planting: Provides robust shelter in exposed coastal or rural properties.
Large-Scale Revegetation: Suited to expansive rural and semi-rural projects requiring fast canopy establishment.
Coastal Developments: Salt-tolerant and wind-hardy, a reliable choice for beachside and estuarine properties.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 10–15m
Planting Season: Spring to early summer
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained sandy to loamy soils; tolerates poor, dry soils and exposed coastal conditions
Establishment Care: Water regularly for the first 12 months to establish a strong root system, then reduce to occasional deep watering during prolonged dry periods. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.
Plant Details
Height: 15–25m
Width: 8–15m
Growth Rate: Fast
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun
Native to: Eastern Australia (Queensland and northern New South Wales)
Flower Colour: White
Delivery
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Installation
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