Tristaniopsis Laurina Luscious "DOW100"

Tristaniopsis Laurina Luscious "DOW100"Tristaniopsis laurina Luscious is a superior cultivar of the native Water Gum, known for its dense foliage, striking glossy leaves, and attractive copper toned new growth. Selected for its upright form and lush canopy, Luscious is an ideal feature or street tree for both residential and commercial landscapes. Its resilience and non invasive root system make it a reliable performer in urban conditions. Flowers: Fragrant, golden yellow flowers appear in

Tristaniopsis laurina ‘Luscious’ is a superior cultivar of the native Water Gum, known for its dense foliage, striking glossy leaves, and attractive copper-toned new growth. Selected for its upright form and lush canopy, ‘Luscious’ is an ideal feature or street tree for both residential and commercial landscapes. Its resilience and non-invasive root system make it a reliable performer in urban conditions.

Flowers:
Fragrant, golden-yellow flowers appear in summer, adding seasonal interest and attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Foliage:
Broad, deep green, glossy leaves with a leathery texture provide a lush, evergreen presence year-round. New growth emerges in rich tones of bronze or copper, enhancing its ornamental appeal.

Fruit:
Produces small, woody seed capsules that follow flowering. These are inconspicuous and pose no litter problems.

Form and Size:
Upright, rounded canopy with a strong central leader. Typically grows to 7–12 m tall and 5–8 m wide depending on conditions and pruning.

Growing Conditions:
Performs best in full sun to part shade and adapts to a wide range of soil types, including clay and loam, provided drainage is adequate. Tolerates moderate frost, coastal conditions, and urban pollution.

Uses:
Excellent as a street tree, screening plant, or shade tree in parks, gardens, and streetscapes. Also suited to feature planting in large gardens or along driveways and property boundaries.

Maintenance:
Low-maintenance and generally pest-free. Prune lightly to shape if needed and apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring. Mulch well to conserve moisture and protect surface roots.

Notes:
Bred by Ozbreed, this cultivar offers improved form, faster growth, and denser foliage compared to the species. Its tidy root system makes it a safer choice near paths and paving.

Companion Plants:
Works well with Lomandra ‘Tanika’, Dianella ‘Little Jess’, Westringia ‘Grey Box’, Callistemon ‘Slim’, and Acacia ‘Limelight’.

Common Name: Luscious Water Gum
Botanical Name: Tristaniopsis laurina ‘Luscious’ (DOW100)
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: Cultivar of Australian native (East Coast rainforest margins)