VERGE DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES & PERMIT

January 2019

VERGE DEVELOPMENT

GUIDELINES & PERMIT

For Residential and

Commercial

Properties

It is important for property owners to be aware of their

responsibility associated with landscaping and maintaining

Council's verge.

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Table of Contents

1. Verge Guideline Statement ................................................................................................ 3

2. Alice Springs Town Council Verge Responsibilities ............................................................ 4

3. Ownership of Roads within Alice Springs ........................................................................... 5

4. Verge Requirements ........................................................................................................... 6

4.1 Materials .......................................................................................................................... 7

4.2 Plants & Trees .................................................................................................................. 8

4.7 Street Trees ...................................................................................................................... 9

4.3 Rocks and Fencing .......................................................................................................... 11

4.4 Storage of Materials ....................................................................................................... 11

4.5 Mulch ............................................................................................................................. 12

4.6 Watering ........................................................................................................................ 12

5. Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority ............................................................................. 13

6. Landscape Zones ............................................................................................................... 13

7. You Must Not .................................................................................................................... 14

8. Your Application for Verge Development Permit............................................................. 15

9. Attachments ..................................................................................................................... 16

Attachment 1: Application for Verge Development ............................................................ 17

Attachment 2: Preferred Plant Species for Landscaping in Alice Springs ............................ 18

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1. Verge Guideline Statement

AIM:

To provide and maintain safe, environmentally responsible and visually attractive roadside

environments for the Alice Springs community

GUIDELINE OBJECTIVES:

1. To enhance the unique elements of Alice Springs natural, cultural and townscape

elements.

2. To establish a benchmark in landscape planning, design, implementation and

maintenance that adopts best practice and the principals of environmental

responsibility.

3. To establish and maintain a high level of community involvement and ownership in the

development and maintenance of suburban verges.

4. To establish and maintain quality and timely maintenance of all verges and roadsides

within the municipality.

5. To provide a safe environment for pedestrians and cyclists

6. To establish safe access and regress from properties

GUIDELINE STATEMENT:

Alice Springs Town Council (ASTC) recognises that the landscape character of any region is a

combination of aesthetic, physical, cultural and social qualities that create a distinctive and

identifiable “Sense of Pride”. Recognition and retention of the cultural and natural values of

a place is important to preserve local identity within the wider national context and to

demonstrate community and local government pride in the town.

To ensure that future streetscape projects retain this identity and whilst maintaining a safe

environment, it is necessary to establish strategic principals to provide a framework for

future design and implementation. This policy aims to encourage verge development whilst

identifying and reducing risk to pedestrian and vehicle traffic, property damage and ASTC

workers safety.

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2. Alice Springs Town Council Verge Responsibilities

This policy incorporates all verges and roads under control of the ASTC. ASTC

maintenance on verges includes weeds eradication, mowing and brush cutting. Rural

roads are slashed. ASTC Tree Policy endeavours to provide 1 tree per residential

allotment.

ASTC is endeavouring to eradicate all weeds on verges to give the town a natural

desert landscape. ASTC encourages maintenance of verges in front of homes by

residents by way of mowing brush cutting and litter control.

ASTC has the responsibility and authority to enforce the guidelines within this policy.

This could include directions to remove certain non-conformances with the ASTC

Verge Development Policy. Failure to complete directions may result in ASTC

removing the policy non-conformances and recovering associated costs.

Responsibilities of ASTC include:

• Mowing of Verges on lawns

established by ASTC

• Tree Planting

• Tree Maintenance

• Tree Safety

• Tree Removals

• Tree Preservation

• Tree Diagnosis and Pest

Treatment

• Stump Removal and Stump

Grinding

• Weed Eradication

• Policy Enforcement

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3. Ownership of Roads within Alice Springs

This Verge Development Guideline refers specifically to those roads, verges and lanes

controlled by ASTC. ASTC controls all roads within the municipality except those listed

below, which are maintained by the Northern Territory Government:

• North Stuart Highway

• Telegraph Terrace

• South Stuart Highway

• Larapinta Drive

• Stott Terrace

• Sadadeen Road

• Undoolya Road (Grevillea Roundabout to Undoolya Boundary)

• South Terrace (Stephens Roads Causeway to South Stuart Highway)

• Ross Highway

• Stephens Road

• Rogervale Road

• Santa Teresa Road

For all work on Northern Territory controlled verges APPROVAL IS REQUIRED from the

Department of Planning and Infrastructure (DPI). The application form is available on the DPI

website, or contact 0889 515 211 for any queries. Forms can also be collected from the

Greatorex Building in Parsons Street, Alice Springs.

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4. Verge Requirements

There is to be no works within 2000mm from the footpath corridor. This is to ensure

pedestrian can safely access onto the verge.

If pedestrian or vehicular access is impeded in any way, a traffic management plan must

accompany the application. The traffic management plan will explain in detail all measures

that will be undertaken to ensure pedestrian and vehicular safety is maintained for the

duration of the project.

All material is to be retained within the landscaping works to restrict material spilling onto

footpaths or roadways causing a hazard to pedestrians and vehicular traffic. If you wish to

grow a lawn on your verge, approval is required due to ongoing maintenance required.

Be sure to call Dig Before you Dig on (02) 9648 1100 before you proceed with any

excavations.

Included in the application must be the type of material that will be used, plant selection,

rocks, storage of materials, irrigation, the quantities used and barriers used to stop material

spilling onto verge and roadway.

Figure 1 Overview of Verge requirements

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4.1 Materials

• Non organic mulch material (gravels, crushed sandstone) should have a maximum

particle size of 12mm in diameter. Larger sized materials such as river rubble can be

used as missiles and may become dangerous if spilled onto footpath or roadways.

• Approved organic and/or non-organic mulch or similar ground treatments must be

stable and properly contained, so that material does not enter road drains. Care

must be taken to ensure that the road, drains and footpath are protected from such

matter for environmental and safety purposes.

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4.2 Plants & Trees

• The use of endemic (native plants from the local area) and/or Australian native

plants is preferred to that of exotic plants. ASTC actively promotes the arid zone

landscape character of the town. Please refer to the support document “Preferred

Plant Species for Landscaping in Alice Springs” (Attachment 2).

• When selecting a tree species the mature size of the tree must be considered

• Plants should not cause an obstruction for pedestrians or grow into overhead

powerlines or cause line of sight problems for pedestrians and/or motorists.

• Foliage which is on the verge (nature strip), or growing on your block and overhangs

the footpath, must be pruned to maintain a minimum height of 2.4 metres clear

above footpaths and pruned back in line with the inside edge of the footpath

(including hedges and ground covers). For safety purposes, pedestrians must have

access to the entire width of the footpath (Figure 1).

• The no work zone and a strip of low vegetation and/or an even, stable surface must

be maintained to a minimum of 1800mm within the footpath corridor for

pedestrian access from the roadway and from cars parked at the kerb (Figure 1).

• Vegetation should not exceed 600mm in height within 3 metres of any driveway, to

ensure that a clear line of sight is maintained when entering or exiting property.

• Avoid hard paving surfaces which create an impermeable l

ayer

preventing air and

water from

reachi

tree

roots

stop paving at least 500mm from the trunk of the

tree and provide a gravel diffusion

layer

under the

pavement (Figure 2).

• Ensure that the ground level around street trees is not altered and that materials

are not built-up

around

the base of any

trees

Figure 2 Installing hard paved surfaces around trees

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4.7 Street Trees

ASTC periodically checks and carries out any necessary pruning and/or removal of street

trees. If you wish to prune or remove any trees from the verge, WRITTEN APPROVAL MUST

BE OBTAINED from ASTC.

ASTC is not responsible for the maintenance of any completed verge landscaping work that

has been approved by ASTC. ASTC is not responsible for the upgrade of verges throughout

the municipality. A minimum standard of 1 tree per property frontage is the responsibility of

ASTC.

Special consideration must be given to tree selection. Two tree species list have been

collated:

 Non Powerlines Side of Verge – Trees in this selection list have been chosen because of

their ability to survive in the Central Australian climate

 Under Powerlines – Trees in this selection list have been chosen because of their ability

to survive in the Central Australian climate and do not grow tall enough to encroach into

powerlines.

o A maximum planting height of 2.5 metres of any trees within the 5 metre wide

corridor under the powerlines (Figure 3).

o Use the 45º angle from the base of the power pole to work out where it is safe to

plant tall trees in private property (a 10 metre tree can be planted a distance of

10 metres from the power line) (Figure 3).

Figure 3 Tree distance from power lines

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Adequate protection of street trees is required. This can be achieved by:

 Not placing building materials or vehicles within the root zone of the tree

(drip zone plus 2 metres)

 No unapproved excavation within the drip zone of the trees

 No excavation for services within 3 metres of the tree trunk

 Ensure that the ground level around street trees is not altered and that

materials are not built-up around the base of any trees

If any of the street trees are causing concern or may be considered as hazardous, report it to

the ASTC Depot (08) 89 500 583 and staff will assess the issue and rectify problems.

Concerns over:

• Termites

• Hollowing of trees

• Safety concerns - Line of sight on roadways, pedestrian access, hanging

branches

• Tree ownership

ASTC is not responsible for trees that are encroaching into or over powerlines. The

PowerWater corporation is responsible for these trees and can be contacted on 1800 245

092.

REMEMBER: Ensure that the ASTC Tree Species List is consulted for all tree plantings within

the municipality. It is imperative to gain APPROVAL to plant trees in areas of significant

cultural importance and/or heritage value, replacement or planting of non-native trees.

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4.3 Rocks and Fencing

• Rocks – no less than 500mm X 500mm X 300mm and no larger than 1500mm X

1000mm X 500mm are permitted on the verge.

• Landscape rocks are to be positioned a minimum of 1800mm wide from the front of

the lot boundary, driveways or footpaths and are not to protrude into the footpath

corridor. They are to be installed with a minimum gap of 1500mm between each

rock. Clear line of sight must be maintained, so larger rocks (over 600mm high) must

be at least 3 metres from any driveway.

• Temporary protective fencing is permitted (with prior approval), if constructed and

maintained in a safe condition and clearly visible at night.

• Pedestrian and vehicular traffic must not be disrupted during the works. If

pedestrian and vehicular access is impeded, a traffic management plan must be

attached to direct pedestrians and vehicles safely up to, through and past the work

zone. Work must be completed within 12 weeks. If the duration of works extends

past the 12 week deadline, an extension application may be applied for.

• Permanent fencing of any kind is not permitted within the verge area.

4.4 Storage of Materials

• Materials can be temporarily stored on the verge area, however an Approved Permit

from the ASTC must be obtained prior to any storage of materials on any verge

(nature strips). This can be arranged through the ASTC Rangers Department.

Conditions are attached to approvals for the temporary storage of building materials

or other objects on verges.

• No materials shall be stored within the 1800mm footpath corridor. Materials shall

only be stored for 12 weeks on the verge.

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4.5 Mulch

• The type of mulch used in verges must consider pedestrian and cycle traffic. In areas

which have or may have high levels of pedestrians and/or cycle traffic, and where

there is no formed footpath; the landscape design must include an even, stable and

safe right of way for pedestrians.

• Mulching of planted areas conserves water by retaining soil moisture, maintains a

more even soil temperature, reduces erosion and compaction, reduces weed

growth and helps to ensure deep root development.

• Gravel mulches are available in different colours and textures that can be used to

enhance the design. Gravels of a maximum particle size of 12mm are preferred to

minimise the potential use as missiles. The use of uncompacted course river sand

and red sands as both a mulch and material and/or design feature is only

recommended where pedestrian access is minimal.

• Organic mulch should be pasteurised or partially composted to reduce the

possibility that it contains weed seeds and diseases. Do not place the mulch in direct

contact with the trunks of the plants as this can encourage collar rot and other

diseases.

• The type of mulch used in verges must not be to fine as it has the potential to

become a dust issue.

4.6 Watering

• The harsh climate affects the establishment of trees and shrubs due to increased

transpiration and desiccation during the hot periods and the action of frosts during

winter. Poorly planned irrigation layout and/or timing may lead to increased soil

salinity due to the rapid evaporation of water.

• Insufficient depth of watering will also encourage shallow root growth that will be

unable to sustain the plant if irrigation is discontinued which will ultimately lead to

trees being uprooted during windy conditions. Well designed and maintained drip

irrigation systems and appropriate mulching will help overcome these challenges.

• When installing poly irrigation pipe under concrete footpaths and driveways, it is

advisable to sleeve the pipe within a PVC conduit with a slightly larger diameter.

• Automated irrigation systems are labour saving devices but must be programmed

correctly for the time of the year, the type of plant, age of the plant and must be

installed, monitored and maintained correctly and regularly.

• Deep infrequent watering is strongly encouraged as opposed to light, frequent

watering.

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5. Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority

Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority (AAPA) – This authority has the responsibility of

ensuring the preservation of all sacred sites and significant areas. AAPA authority certificates

are required for any works on or near significant trees and sacred sites. AAPA must be

consulted on establishing the heritage and cultural significance of trees and sites.

AAPA phone number is 0889 526 366.

6. Landscape Zones

The Natural Approach Zone surrounds the township of Alice Springs. It is characterised by

rugged hills and natural vegetation with few built forms visible from the road corridor. The

natural vegetation has been affected by clearing, fire and un-controlled vehicular use.

Ground covers are generally introduced grasses. Treatment: Re-establishment of indigenous

vegetation

The Transition Zone lies between the natural and developed areas of the township and

includes sections of the landscape considered as arrival and departure points. It is distinctive

in landscape character due to the increasing visibility and density of buildings, exotic

residential vegetation, signage and road furniture. It is within this zone that motoring

travellers gain their first impression of a destination and where landscape gateways should

be implemented. Treatment: Establishment of hardy indigenous/native landmark

trees/shrubs/groundcovers

The Suburban Zone is characterised by the higher grade of landscape treatments installed

along the roadway such as street lighting, kerbing, footpaths, street signs, dense patterns of

vegetation (particularly within private property), higher visibility of houses and other

structures, and the increased number of complexity of vehicular and pedestrian movements

within road corridors. Treatment: Informal/formal combinations of drip irrigated

indigenous/native/ Australian cultivar shade trees, colourful shrubs and groundcovers

The Urban Zone is characterised by a variety of larger buildings fronting the road corridor, a

more formal approach to landscape treatments (including street furniture) and a higher

intensity of vehicular and pedestrian movement along and across the road corridor,

including the provision of street side parking bays. Treatment: Formal combinations of drip

irrigated indigenous/native/ Australian cultivar shade trees, colourful shrubs and

groundcovers

The Riverine Zone is characterised by a natural edge with vegetation dominated by River

Red Gums (Eucalyptus camaldulensis). The physical presence of the river within the

landscape is heightened by its linier nature which in sections runs parallel with the road

corridor and has a number of crossing points. The river is a key determinant of sections of

the Alice Springs road landscape character and its influence should be integrated into the

road landscape. Treatment: Use of riparian vegetation dominated by River Red Gums and

indigenous vegetation shrubs, groundcovers and grasses.

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7. You Must Not

• Start works without an Approved Verge Development Permit from the ASTC

• Substantially raise the level of the verge in any way above the normal line drawn

between the top of the kerb and the ground level at the base of the fence line at the

front of the property. Or between the top of the kerb and the outside edge of a

formed footpath (concrete, bitumen, compacted gravel)

• Install any structure/object that may impede or disrupt pedestrian/vehicular traffic

and/or which poses a potential threat to public safety

• Plant any plant that is considered a noxious weed

• Plant any plant that to poses a risk to the public or which may cause damage to

existing or future infrastructure

• Undertake any works and/or install any material on the verge that is deemed by

ASTC to be inappropriate

• Excavate on the verge without Approved Permit from the ASTC

• Prune or remove any street trees or shrubs without Approved Permit from the ASTC

• Allow any foliage to obstruct pedestrian access to footpaths or the area of the verge

0.5 metres from the kerb

• Park or store any type of vehicle or trailer on a verge (registered or un-registered or

parts there-of) Approved Permit from the ASTC

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8. Your Application for Verge Development Permit

Please submit your application to the Alice Springs Town Council, PO Box 1071, ALICE SPRINGS,

NT 0871.

Your application must contain 2 copies of the Landscape Plan. Plans must be to scale at 1:100; 1:50;

or 1:20 [1cm = 100cm (1m), 1cm = 50cm (0.5m), 1cm = 20cm (0.2m)]

Remember: Call Dial Before you Dig on (02) 9648 1100 prior to any excavations.

All applications to carry out landscape works on the verge to contain the following:

Completed Verge Development Application Form containing:

• Name of Owner/Resident

• Lot Number

• Property Address/Postal Address

• Contact Phone Numbers

Completed (signed) Services Approval Form containing:

1. Location and size of existing and plants

2. Trees or plants proposed to be removed (if any)

3. Planting schedule including botanical and common names of plant species, number

of plants of each species used, details of the minimum size at planting, spacing of

plants and estimated tree canopy spread

4. Proposed height of finished surface levels in relation to kerb

5. Position, height and depth of rocks (if any)

6. Details of all underground and overground services- Dial Before You Dig

7. Type of paving, its thickness and method of construction (substrate, material &

reinforcing)

8. Areas to be mulched (organic and non-organic) – include type of mulch and

maximum particle size (if any)

9. Irrigation system, layout and proposed watering schedule

10. Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority Certificate

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9. Attachments

Attachment 1: Application for Verge Development

Attachment 3: Preferred Plant Species for Landscaping in Alice Springs

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Attachment 1: Application for Verge Development

Application Form (Permit to Work within

the

Alice Springs Town

Council

Road

Reserve)- Also:

Plan one diagram (no smaller than

1:100)

of the lot

(property) boundaries

sho

ing

1. the adjoining verge

areas

2. all verge

infrastructure (footpaths,

existing street trees,

streetlights,

gns

hydrants etc

)

3. the

landscape

treatment- showing:

plant

species

their position & their

established

dimensions

4. areas of

mulch-

include type of mulch and

maximum

particle size

(ie

crushed

sandstone

12mm)

proposed

irrigation &

layout

proposed additional infrastructure

Perpetual Maintenance Agreement

Landscaped

Verges

This contract between Alice Springs Town Council &

---------- -----

Signed this day month.

----

year

Owners signature Council

natu

Establishes the following agreement:

1. Alice Springs Town Council agree to the establishment by the signatory of a

landscaped verge (in

ine

with advice provided), from property line to kerb of

Lot

in the following

manner

All landscaping & verge treatments will be approved by Council prior to construction

3. Council will accept no future responsibility for the maintenance and /or management

this

area

4. The owner /occupier agree to be solely responsible for all costs incurred towards

these agreed landscaping works

The owner/ occupier agree to undertake the sole responsibility for the perpetual

maintenance &

management,

to the standards required by

Council,

verge

(see

plan)

Note:

•

All proposed verge landscapes will meet the requirements contained within the Guidelines for Verge Development

Application

Protocols, these guidelines may be revised by

Counci

at any

time,

without notice.

•

Failure to comply with this Agreement and / or the Guidelines for Verge Development Application

otoco

may result in

Counci

removing the

illegal

works

and seeking to recover the costs for the removal from the

owner

•

Where new works or infrastructure

services maintenance cause damage or disruption to approved verge landscapes

Council

return said landscapes to prior condition with no cost to the

owner

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Attachment 2: Preferred Plant Species for Landscaping in Alice Springs

TREES (verge on opposite side of the powerlines)

Trees in this list are for verge plantings. Note that these trees will grow tall and must not be planted under power lines.

Scientific Name Common Name

Native to Height Width Growth rate Comments

Acacia anuera Mulga Local 4-15 m 3-9 m Slow to

Medium

Long-lived local tree that makes attractive group plantings. Various leaf forms available. Yellow

flowers after rains. Frost tolerant.

Acacia cambagei

Gidgee

Central

Australia

5-12m

4-7m

Slow to

medium

Small, dense-canopied, long-lived tree. Yellow flowers produced in winter give off a

strong odour. Frost tolerant.

Acacia coriacea

Dogwood

Central

Australia

3-10 m

3-5 m

Slow to

medium

Attractive broad-canopied tree with greyish-green foliage and yellow wattle flowers in

autumn or winter. Frost tolerant.

Acacia cyperophylla

Red Mulga

Central

Australia

3-12m

2-8m

Medium

Attractive small tree with reddish curled bark and weeping foliage when young. Yellow

flower sp1kes after rains. Frost tolerant.

Acacia pendula

Weeping Myall

Australia

4-9m

4-6m

Medium

Attractive grey-leaved tree with weeping habit and masses of golden flowers in

summer or autumn. Frost tolerant.

Acacia pruinocarpa

Black Gidgee

Central

Australia

4 –

10m

2-6m

Slow to

medium

Dense-foliaged small tree with attractive golden flowers in summertime. Frost and

drought tolerant.

Acacia undoolyana

Undoolya Wattle

Central

Australia

3-6m

2-5m

Medium to

fast

Attractive rare desert wattle with shiny green leaves and golden flowers in winter.

Drought tolerant

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Atalaya hemiglauca

Whitewood

Local

3-9m

1.5-

Medium

Ornamental greyish-green small shade tree well suited to Alice gardens. White flowers

in summer. Readily self-seeds. Frost sensitive when young, but will re-shoot after

damage.

Grevillea striata

Beefwood

Local

6-10m

3-5m

Slow to

medium

Stately tree with drooping blue-grey foliage and a dark, furrowed trunk. Masses of

creamy-yellow flowers in summer. Frost tolerant. Can be susceptible to bag-moth

caterpillar damage.

Brachychiton gregorii

Desert Kurrajong

Central

Australia

4-8m

2-4m

Medium to

fast

Ornamental shade tree with shiny lobed leaves and yellowish bell-shaped flowers after rain

events. Frost and drought tolerant

Brachychiton populneus

Kurrajong

Australia

6-20m

3-6m

Medium to

fast

Ornamental shade tree with cream or pink bell- shaped flowers in summer months.

Drought and frost tolerant.

Callistemon viminalis

Weeping

Bottlebrush

Australia

3- 12m

2- 5 m

Fast

Weeping bottlebrush with crimson brush flowers in spring or summer. Frost sensitive

when young. Bird attracting.

Callistemon "Harkness"

Gawler Hybrid

Bottlebrush

Australia

3- 7m

3-6m

Fast

Fast-growing bottlebrush useful as small shade tree or screen. Red brush flowers in

spring or summer. Drought tolerant. Attracts birds.

Callistemon "Kings Park

Special"

Bottlebrush

(cultivar)

Australia

2-5m

2-4m

Medium to

fast

Hardy bushy shrub suitable for screen plantings. Red bottlebrush flowers in spring or

summer. Frost tolerant. Bird attracting

Callistemon salignus

White Bottlebrush

Australia

4-12m

3-5 m

Medium to

fast

Ornamental bottlebrush with creamy brush flowers in spring or summer, and pink-

tinged new growth. Frost sensitive when young.

Callitris glaucophylla

White Cypress

Pine

Local

3-lOm

3-8m

Slow to

medium

Attractive tree with rough bark and grey-green foliage. Not suitable for planting in lawns.

Can be grown in pots. Frost tolerant.

Eucalyptus "Torwood"

Australia

5-8m

6-8m

Medium to Pendulous shade tree with yellow/red flowers in spring. Can suffer die-back in Alice

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fast

gardens. Frost sensitive when young.

Eucalyptus coolabah ssp.

arida

Coolibah

Local

6-15m

5-lOm

Medium to

fast

Useful shade tree for Alice gardens. White flowers in summer. Frost tolerant and grows

well in low-lying areas. Bird attracting.

Eucalyptus gillenii

Mallee Red Gum

Local

3- 7m

2-6m

Medium

Multi-stemmed small gum tree with white flowers. Frost and drought tolerant

Eucalyptus intertexta

Bastard Coolibah

Local

6-18m

12m

Fast

Useful shade tree with smooth white bark on the upper trunk. Creamy-white flowers in

the cooler months. Well suited to Alice conditions. Frost tolerant. Bird attracting.

Eucalyptus leucoxylon

ssp. megalocarpa

Large-flowered SA

Blue Gum

Australia

5-lOm

5-8m

Medium to

fast

Fast-growing shade tree with a smooth-barked cream trunk and red flowers in spring

and summer. Frost tolerant. Bird attracting.

Eucalyptus sargentii

Salt River Mallee

Australia

5-10m

4-7m

Fast

Hardy small tree with masses of cream flowers in summer. Drought and frost tolerant.

Tolerates saline soils

Eucalyptus spathulata

Swamp Mallet

Australia

5-12m

3-7m

Fast

Ornamental reddish-brown smooth-trunked tree with cream flowers in winter-

summer. Frost tolerant

Eucalyptus torquata

Coral Gum

Australia

6- 10m

5-Sm

Fast

Ornamental black-trunked shade tree with blue-grey leaves and pinkish- red flowers in

summer. Frost sensitive when young

Eucalyptus woodwardii

Lemon-flowered

Gum

Australia

4-12m

3-5 m

Medium to

fast

Ornamental gum with blue- grey leaves, pendulous habit and large yellow flowers.

Susceptible to die-back in Alice.

Eucalyptust hozetiana

Thozet's Box

Central

Australia

7-20m

4-lOm

Slow to

medium

Ornamental gum with a smooth grey-barked trunk and white flowers. Frost tolerant

Hakea divaricata

Fork-leaved

Corkwood

Local

4- 7m

2-4m

Slow

Ornamental small tree with a dark furrowed trunk and creamy white flower spikes in

winter or spring. Drought and frost tolerant.

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Santalum acuminatum

Quandong

Central

Australia

2-6m

1.5-

Slow to

Medium

Elegant small tree with drooping branches and bright- red edible fruits in spring or

summer. Parasitic on roots of other trees. Frost sensitive when young. Can be difficult to

establish

Ventilago viminalis

Supplejack

Local

lOm

4-6m

Slow

Pendulous small tree with grey-green foliage and small greenish flowers in winter or spring. Drought

and frost tolerant

SHRUBS

(verge on opposite side of the powerlines)

Shrubs in this list are for verge plantings. Note that these Shrubs will grow tall and must not be planted under power lines

Callistemon "Dawson

River Weeper"

Bottlebrush

(cultivar)

Australia

2-5m

2-4m

Medium

Pendulous bushy shrub with bright red bottlebrush flowers in spring and summer.

Moderately frost tolerant.

Callistemon pauciflorus

Desert

Bottlebrush

Central

Australia

2-6m

1.5-

Medium to

fast

Attractive fine-leaved pendulous desert bottlebrush with small pink or red brush

flowers in late summer. Frost tolerant.

Acacia holosericea

Candelabra

Wattle

Central

Australia

2-8m

3-4m

Fast

Straggly spreading shrub with large silvery leaves and yellow flower spikes in spring. Frost t

tolerant when mature. Short-lived

Melaleuca bracteata

Black Tea-tree

Local

2-5 m

Medium to

fast

Dense screening shrub with white flower spikes in summer. Tolerates extra watering.

Frost tolerant.

Melaleuca glomerata

Inland Tea-tree

Local

2-5

3-5m

Fast

Fast-growing screen plant with whitish paper bark, grey-green leaves and yellowish-

cream flowers in summer. Tolerates frost and salty soils.

Myoporum acuminatum

Boobialla

Local

2-4m

2-3m

Fast

Dense rounded shrub with shiny leaves and clusters of small white flowers in

spring/summer. Frost and drought tolerant