Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar

• Shade Tree
• Rural Property Planting
• Revegetation or Regeneration
• Council or Civic Landscapes
• Feature Tree

Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar works in an:

• Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.

Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 20–30 metres

Mature Width: 10–15 metres

Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar is expected to grow 60–100cm per year (moderate to fast, in suitable conditions).

Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar is expected to grow 60–100cm per year (moderate to fast, in suitable conditions).

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate
• Fast Growth Rate

Is Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar frost tolerant?

Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

• Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
• Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast

Toona ciliata produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers in late spring to early summer. While relatively subtle, the blooms appear in loose panicles above the foliage and are followed by woody seed capsules, with the tree primarily valued for its timber heritage and graceful form rather than its flowering display.

Does Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Clustered

Flower Colour:

Cream

Yes

Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar is Native to Eastern Australia and parts of Asia, where Toona ciliata grows naturally in subtropical and warm temperate rainforest margins and moist forest environments.

Its broad, deciduous canopy provides valuable shelter and nesting habitat for small birds, while the foliage supports beneficial insects that contribute to a healthy ecosystem. The tree’s seasonal growth and seed production also play a role in supporting local biodiversity within larger landscapes.

Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Toona ciliata performs best in deep, well-drained loam soils with consistent moisture and a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It will tolerate sandy soils if enriched with organic matter to improve fertility and water retention. Avoid shallow, compacted or waterlogged conditions unless significantly improved, as poor drainage can restrict root development and long-term vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures.

Is Toona ciliata – Australian Red Cedar Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular deep watering to establish a strong root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, Australian Red Cedar develops moderate drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods when planted in suitable soils, though it benefits from supplementary watering during extended heat.