
Swamp Oak
Casuarina glauca
Hardy fast-growing spreading tree with needle-like foliage
FEATURES: Leaves or ‘teeth’ are very small and occur in rings at intervals along the stems. Flowers are followed by cylindrical cones. Trees occur naturally near brackish waterways.
CONDITIONS: Very tough tree tolerant of well-drained to seasonally waterlogged and saline soils, coastal conditions, wind and dry periods.
PLANTING IDEAS AND USES:
- ideal wind break and for erosion control
- suitable for large gardens and parks
- ideal in wet or boggy sites
small tree
Summer
Spring
Bird Attracting
Full Sun
Part Shade
Wet Areas
Clay Soil
Sandy Soil
Drought Tolerant
Wind Break
Coastal
Frost Hardy