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Native Pines

Bunya   Pine Araucaria bidwillii, Araucariaceae
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A great Australian, this handsome, ancient tree can live over 700 years. It will produce small cones in 12 years with few edible nuts. After 20 years, can produce 40+ cones with up to 100 nuts per cone. Spectacular outlines on the forest canopy, providing a protective habit for birds from a young age.
Feature: Timber, edible nuts and form.
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Queensland   Kauri Agathis robusta, Araucariaceae
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Ancient giant of coastal southeast Queensland. Known for its large trunk of valuable white timber. Frost hardy once established. Pinkish new growth. Water and feed in first years.
Feature: New growth and timber.
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Hoop   Pine Araucaria cunninghamii, Araucarioceae
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Tall native pine, bird nesting side from early age. Timber used for cabinet making and veneers. Australia's number one rainforest pioneer. Water and feed for good start.
Feature: Dark green colour, timber.
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