
They are one of Melbourne’s best loved trees but it can be hard to work out which one is right for you when there are so many varieties. Here we run you through the details of our favourites.
Capital:
Height: 11m
Width: 3m
Spring: Small, white, fragrant blossom
Summer: Large, dark green leaves
Autumn: fiery reds, oranges and golds
Chanticleer
A lovely tear drop shaped tree that can provide a nice bit of shade.
Height: 10m
Width: 5m.
Spring: Small, white, fragrant blossom
Summer: Large, dark green leaves
Autumn: fiery reds, oranges and golds
Manchurian
A slightly smaller leaf than the Capital and Chanticleer, but with a beautiful domed canopy.
Height: 10m
Width: 7m
Spring: Small, white, fragrant blossom
Summer: Pointed, dark green leaves
Autumn: fiery reds, oranges and golds
Snow Pear
A delightful and slightly smaller tree that has silver green foliage in the summer and occasionally produces edible fruit.
Height: 8m
Width: 5m
Spring: Small white blossom
Summer: Silver green, oval shaped leaves
Autumn: Fiery reds, oranges and golds.