A_lopa, i don't know where in oz you are. here in brisbane Waterhousia's are naturaly occuring along creeks, Hence the name. in their natural habitat they develope into LARGE trees, getting up around 20m. with big round trunks, their roots are capable of holding them to the river bank through out heavy flooding, could only imagine what they might do to a driveway.
I'm sure though that you have researched them exstensivley, perhaps if you are in one of the southern states they may be less vigorous.
I've seen them used up here as street trees, away from the water they are slow growing and susceptible to insect attack, resulting in sooty mould.
However they are a beautiful tree and it's good to see you opting for the native alternative! |