Casuarina equisetifolia · Casuarinaceae

Australian Pine

✅ Pet-friendlyEvergreen, maintaining foliage throughout the year.100 to 300 cm

LightFull sun.

WaterLow watering.

DifficultyMedium

ColdWithstands light frosts down to minus 5 degrees Celsius.

Full sun.Low watering.MediumWithstands light frosts down to minus 5 degrees Celsius.

Description & origin

The Australian Pine is a fast-growing tree ideal for coastal gardens. Its slender, needle-like foliage gives it a distinctive and elegant appearance.

Size

Can reach up to 3 meters in domestic cultivation.

Foliage

Evergreen foliage that maintains color year-round.

Flowering

This species does not produce flowers in domestic cultivation.

Light

Prefers full sun for optimal growth.

Soil

Adapts to poor, sandy soils but prefers well-drained soils.

Watering

Requires moderate watering but is drought-tolerant.

Temperature

Tolerates moderately cold temperatures but prefers warm climates.

Fertilising

Fertilize occasionally in spring to promote growth.

Repotting

Transplant when young to avoid root stress.

Pruning

Can be pruned to maintain the desired shape.

Propagation

Propagates by seeds, which should be sown in spring.

Sensitivity to extreme cold

May suffer damage in very low temperatures.

Poorly drained soil

Does not tolerate waterlogged soils, which can cause root rot.

Pests

Can be attacked by scale insects and aphids.

In the garden

Other uses

Used in landscaping to create natural barriers.

Did you know…

Despite its appearance, the Australian Pine is not a conifer but an angiosperm.