Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum

• Avenue Planting
• Feature Tree
• Shade Tree
• Street Tree
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum works in an:

• Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 10m - 15m Approximately

Mature Width: 4 m – 5 m

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm/year (Moderate).

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm/year (Moderate).

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum frost tolerant?

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum 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
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Tristaniopsis laurina ‘Luscious’ produces clusters of bright yellow, lightly fragrant flowers through summer, creating a soft yet eye-catching seasonal display. The blooms contrast beautifully with its broad, glossy green foliage and reddish new growth, adding ornamental interest across multiple seasons.

Does Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Clustered
• Fragrant

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Yes

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum is Native to Eastern Australia, from the NSW south coast through Sydney to Queensland, where Tristaniopsis laurina grows naturally along creeks and moist forests.

Its fragrant golden flowers attract native bees, hoverflies and other beneficial pollinators, while the dense, glossy evergreen foliage provides excellent shelter for small birds. The combination of nectar, structure and year-round cover makes Tristaniopsis laurina ‘Luscious’ a valuable species for supporting biodiversity in suburban and urban gardens.

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Tristaniopsis laurina ‘Luscious’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate coastal sands if improved with organic matter to enhance fertility and moisture retention. Avoid heavy clay, compacted or waterlogged soils unless significantly improved, as these conditions can lead to root stress and reduced vigour. Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures.

Is Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Watergum Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering to establish properly. Once established, Tristaniopsis laurina ‘Luscious’ develops good drought tolerance, maintaining its dense canopy and vibrant foliage through dry periods when planted in well-drained soil. It benefits from occasional supplementary watering during extended heat to support long-term resilience.