Tuckeroo

Cupaniopsis anacardioides, commonly known as Tuckeroo, is a versatile and attractive evergreen tree native to Australia, prized for its ornamental foliage and adaptability in various landscaping applications. With its distinctive appearance and practical benefits, it serves as an excellent choice for both residential and commercial outdoor spaces.

Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen
Mature Height (meters): Typically grows to a height of 6-10 meters.
Mature Width (meters): Spreads up to 4-6 meters.
Spacing: Plant 3-5 meters apart to allow ample room for its spreading canopy.
Foliage: Displays glossy, dark green leaves that are pinnate (feather-like) in appearance, creating a dense canopy that provides shade and privacy.
Flowering Period: Produces small clusters of creamy white flowers in spring, followed by small, orange-red fruits that add seasonal interest and attract birds.
Form/Habit: Rounded canopy with a dense and spreading growth habit, making it suitable for shade trees or as a specimen in parks and gardens.
Uses: Ideal for street planting, parks, and large gardens. Its dense foliage provides excellent shade, and the fruits attract wildlife, adding biodiversity to the landscape.
Sun: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, adapting well to various light conditions.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; prune to shape when necessary and remove any dead or damaged branches to maintain a tidy appearance.
Water Requirement: Moderate; regular watering during dry periods promotes healthy growth and establishment, though it is relatively drought-tolerant once established.

Tuckeroo is a resilient and visually appealing tree that enhances outdoor spaces with its glossy foliage, seasonal blooms, and wildlife-friendly fruits. Its adaptability to different environments and minimal upkeep requirements make it a favored choice for landscaping projects seeking both aesthetic and ecological benefits.