What should I consider when replacing a tree?
When planting a tree on your property consideration should be given to the following:
- The size of the area which you intend planting the tree and the proximity of structures, services, etc. To avoid future damage, a large tree should not be planted in a small courtyard, adjacent to a sewer line or under power lines.
- The prevailing environmental conditions e.g., soil type, site aspect, moisture levels, etc.
- Climatic, aesthetic and environmental effects desired. Trees can be utilised to provide summer shade and winter sunlight, foliage and/or flower colour, attract wildlife, etc.
- The proximity of neighbouring properties. Trees should be planted at sufficient distances from neighbouring properties to limit any nuisance in the future.
The tree should be planted as per the guidelines attached to it from the nursery.
While introduced trees may be appropriate for certain situations, Council generally favours the planting of Australian Native trees particularly those that are endemic to the area. A list of native trees suitable to the Holroyd area follows.
- Acmena smithii - Lilly Pilly - medium
- Acacia decurrens - Black Wattle - small
- Acacia elata Cedar - Wattle - small
- Acacia floribunda - White Sally - small
- Acacia parramattensis - Sydney Green Wattle - small
- Archontophoenix cunninghamiana - Bangalow Palm - medium
- Banksia marginata - Silver Banksia - small
- Backhousia myrtifolia - Grey Mrytle - large
- Brachychiton populneus - Kurrajong - large
- Callistemon salignus - Willow Bottlebrush - small
- Callitris rhomboidea - Port Jackson Pine - medium
- Eucalyptus amplifolia - Cabbage Gum- very large
- Eucalyptus crebra - Narrow-leafed Ironbark - very large
- Eucalyptus eugenoides - Thin-leaved Stringybark - very large
- Eucalyptus fibrosa - Red Ironbark - large
- Eucalyptus longifolia - Woollybutt- large
- Eucalyptus moluccana - Grey box- very large
- Eucalyptus paniculata - Grey Ironbark - large
- Eucalyptus parramattensis - Drooping Red Gum - medium
- Eucalyptus sideroxylon - Mugga Ironbark- large
- Eucalyptus tereticornis - Forest Red Gum- very large
- Elaeocarpus reticulatus - Blueberry Ash- medium
- Livistona australis - Cabbage Palm- very large
- Melaleuca armillaris - Bracelet Honey Myrtle - small
- Melaluca decora - White Cloud Tree - small
- Melaleuca styphelioides - Prickly Leaved Paperbark - small
- Melaleuca quinquenervia - Broad Leaved Paperbark - large
- Rapanea howittiana - Brush Muttonwood - medium
- Syzygium austale - Brush Cherry - large
- Stenocarpus sinuatus - Firewheel Tree - medium
- Tristania laurina- Water Gum - medium
- Waterhousea floribunda - large
Please note: Indicatively small trees are less than 5m in height, medium 5-10m, large 10-15m and very large > 15m.
There is a more detailed list of ornamental native tree species suitable for the Holroyd area.
- Introduction
- Why are urban trees important?
- What is a 'tree' according to the TMO?
- When do I need to put in a tree works application?
- What trees are exempt from the TMO?
- What work can I do without completing a tree work application?
- What will happen if I breach the TMO?
- How much does a tree work application cost?
- Who can apply to carry out work on a tree?
- What if I want my neighbour to work on their tree?
- Should I submit supporting information with my application?
- What happens after my application is lodged with Council?
- What if I'm unhappy with Council's decision?
- Who is responsible for approved work?
- What should I consider when replacing a tree?
- What happens to trees on proposed development sites?
- What do I do if a tree is damaged in a storm?
- What if it is an emergency or public safety issue?
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