How to Add 25 Trees to Your Christchurch Garden
If you’re looking for ideas for your garden One of the most effective places to start is the trees. They offer many benefits to our environment, from producing oxygen to creating shade and shelter for wildlife. In Christchurch there are numerous varieties of trees seen within gardens. Each with their own unique characteristics and features. In this blog, we’ve compiled the top 25 most common trees found throughout Christchurch gardens, with their scientific names, as well as brief descriptions of their main characteristics. You may be looking for a tree that can provide shade, stunning flowers, or vibrant autumn colours the list below will aid you in choosing the right tree for your garden.
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Jacaranda | Jacaranda mimosifolia | A well-known ornamental tree with gorgeous purple flowers that flower in spring. |
| Eucalyptus | Eucalyptus spp. | A variety of species of trees that are native to Australia and is known for their distinct smell and bark. |
| Magnolia | Magnolia spp. | A tree that is evergreen with huge, fragrant flowers that bloom during the summer and spring. |
| Frangipani | Plumeria spp. | A deciduous plant with sweet flowering, vibrant flowers that blossom in summer. |
| Bottlebrush | Callistemon spp. | A family of evergreen trees featuring cylindrical flower spikes that resemble an old bottle brush. |
| Lemon tree | Citrus limon | A small evergreen plant with floral scent and acidic, juicy fruit. |
| Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla | A tall evergreen with an unusual symmetrical form that is often used for ornamental purposes. |
| Lilly Pilly | Syzygium spp. | A collection of evergreen trees, with thick leaves and edible fruits loved by birds. |
| Weeping Willow | Salix babylonica | A deciduous plant with large, drooping branches as well as thin leaves. |
| Crepe Myrtle | Lagerstroemia spp. | An ornamental tree decorated with stunning crepe-like, flowers with shades of purple, pink, and white. |
| Japanese Maple | Acer palmatum | A small deciduous tree with delicate deeply lobed leaves in shades of orange, red, and green. |
| Grevillea | Grevillea spp. | A family of evergreen trees with attractive flowers and foliage which are loved by birds. |
| Banksia | Banksia spp. | A group of evergreen trees that have unique floral arrangements as well as seed pods often used in floral arrangements. |
| Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | An evergreen tree with vibrant red flowers that bloom in the spring and in summer. |
| Golden Penda | Xanthostemon chrysanthus | An evergreen tree with clumps of bright yellow flowers that bloom in summer. |
| Bunya Pine | Araucaria bidwillii | An enormous evergreen tree, with large, spiky cones that have edible seeds. |
| Illawarra Flame Tree | Brachychiton acerifolius | An evergreen tree with spectacular bright red flowers that bloom in late spring and summer. |
| Brush Box | Lophostemon confertus | An evergreen tree with an elongated crown as well as smooth bark. It also has tiny white flowers. |
| Australian Willow | Geijera parviflora | An evergreen tree with narrow leaves and white flowers that flower in summer. |
| Blackwood | Acacia melanoxylon | An evergreen tree with beautiful dark wood and clumps of yellow flowers that bloom in winter. |
| Lilly Pilly Acmena | Acmena smithii | A evergreen tree that has dense foliage and small, edible berries that are a favorite with birds. |
| Tallowwood | Eucalyptus microcorys | A evergreen tree that has a tall, straight trunk and rough bark, which is well-known for its timber. |
| Flame Pea | Chorizema spp. | A group of evergreen trees with dazzling, flame-like flowers. |
A garden with trees will not only enhance the beauty of your garden, but also offers many benefits for the environment and overall health of your home. With this list of 25 common trees found within Christchurch landscaping, it is possible to are aware of the different trees you can pick from when you are adding new trees to your yard.
If you’re looking to add new trees to your yard it is essential to take into consideration the available space and the specific requirements for each tree. While doing this should you decide to get rid of any trees in order to make way for new trees our arborists experts can assist you in the process quickly and safely.
At Christchurch Arborist, we are dedicated to providing safe and efficient tree removal services to our clients in Christchurch. Our team of professional arborists has the knowledge, experience and the equipment required to manage any tree removal project. Contact us today to find out more about the services we provide and what can we do to assist you in designing a beautiful, safe garden that is populated with healthy trees.
