What Victorian native tree should I plant?

heuristic

I just got a permit for removing a dead tree in front yard, but I need to replace it with a Victorian native tree. I tried to search on Google but it's not clear to me what are the options, some have Melbourne native trees, some are Australian native trees, so can I get advice on the trees that are:

• Victorian native tree
• Won't grow too tall - but has to be 1.5 meters above ground to start with
• Non-invasive root because my front yard is quite small

Thanks!

EricL

Hello @heuristic, 

Thanks for sharing your question about what native tree to plant. When you say, "won't grow too tall" What particular height were you after for this tree? Would a screening plant such as a Weeping Lilly Pilly work for you? The Banksia Marginata can grow up to m 5 meters if looked after properly. These of course are the most common native trees that I know you can look after and keep their height under control.

Unfortunately, the other trees I'm aware of grow up to at least 20-meters in height which means that they will put down deep large roots in your yard.

Let me call on our plant gurus @Noelle and @mich1972 for their recommendations on what trees to plant in your yard.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric