A Visual Guide to the 25 Trees Commonly Found in Christchurch Gardens

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Posted by Christchurch Tree Pruning on 5 Apr 2026

If you’re looking for inspiration for your garden one of the best spots to start is the trees. Trees offer numerous advantages to our environment by supplying oxygen and creating shade and shelter to wildlife. In Christchurch There is an array of trees seen within gardens. Each with their own unique characteristics and features. In this blog we’ve put together a list of 25 common species of trees that can be found among Christchurch gardens, along with their scientific names, as well as an overview of their primary characteristics. If you’re searching for a tree that can provide shade, beautiful flowers, or vibrant autumn colours This list can assist you in finding the ideal tree for your garden.

Common Name	Scientific Name	Description
Jacaranda	Jacaranda mimosifolia	An ornamental tree that is popular featuring stunning purple flowers which bloom in the spring.
Eucalyptus	Eucalyptus spp.	A variety of genus of trees native to Australia and is known for their distinct bark and distinctive scent.
Magnolia	Magnolia spp.	A tree that is evergreen with huge, fragrant flowers which bloom during the summer and spring.
Frangipani	Plumeria spp.	A deciduous plant with sweet flowering, vibrant flowers that blossom in summer.
Bottlebrush	Callistemon spp.	A genus of evergreen trees with the shape of a flower spike that resembles a bottle brush.
Lemon tree	Citrus limon	A small evergreen plant with floral scent and acidic, juicy fruit.
Norfolk Island Pine	Araucaria heterophylla	A tall evergreen plant with a distinctive symmetrical shape and is usually used as a decoration tree.
Lilly Pilly	Syzygium spp.	A group of evergreen trees, with thick foliage and edible berries that are well-liked by birds.
Weeping Willow	Salix babylonica	A deciduous tree with lengthy, drooping branches, and short leaves.
Crepe Myrtle	Lagerstroemia spp.	An ornamental tree decorated with stunning crepe-like flowers that are a mix of purple, pink and white.
Japanese Maple	Acer palmatum	A small deciduous shrub with delicate deep lobed leaves shades of red, orange and green.
Grevillea	Grevillea spp.	A family of evergreen trees with attractive flowers and foliage which is loved by birds.
Banksia	Banksia spp.	A collection of evergreen trees featuring distinctive flowers and seed pods frequently used for floral arrangements.
Flame Tree	Brachychiton acerifolius	A tree that is evergreen with bright pink flowers which bloom in the spring and in summer.
Golden Penda	Xanthostemon chrysanthus	An evergreen tree with clusters of bright yellow flowers that bloom during the summer.
Bunya Pine	Araucaria bidwillii	An enormous evergreen tree, with big, spiky cones that have edible seeds.
Illawarra Flame Tree	Brachychiton acerifolius	An evergreen tree with striking bright red flowers that blossom in late spring and summer.
Brush Box	Lophostemon confertus	A evergreen tree that has an elongated crown with smooth bark and tiny white flowers.
Australian Willow	Geijera parviflora	A evergreen tree that has narrow leaves and white flowers that flower in summer.
Blackwood	Acacia melanoxylon	An evergreen tree with attractive dark wood and clusters of blooming yellow flowers in winter.
Lilly Pilly Acmena	Acmena smithii	A evergreen tree with thick foliage and small, edible berries that are popular with birds.
Tallowwood	Eucalyptus microcorys	An evergreen with a tall straight trunk and rough bark that is popular for timber.
Flame Pea	Chorizema spp.	A collection of evergreen trees with dazzling flame-like flowers

The presence of trees in your garden is not just beautiful, but also contributes to the environment and the general health and well-being of your property. With this list of 25 most common trees in Christchurch gardens, you have a better understanding of the various trees to choose from when adding the new trees in your garden.

If you’re thinking of adding additional trees to your garden, it’s important to consider your space as well as the requirements specific to each tree. At the same time when you’re required to get rid of any trees in order to make space for new ones, our professional arborists can help you complete the task in a safe and efficient manner.

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