Tristania laurina

Hello all,
 
I am so happy I found the label for the tree I planted at the edge of my meadow area last spring - I had been wondering about the botanical name - because all I could remember was it's common name of water gum.  The Tristania laurina is growing rather slowly but did flower last year with small yellow flowers.  It's symetrical shape, white bark and long evergreen leaves attracted me to this tree.  The tree survived the hot, windy summer conditions here and the week long 25 F temperatures we had this past winter.  I would definitely recommend this tree to any looking for a well behaved, easy care evergreen tree.  If anyone knows of this tree I would appreciate your experience with fertilization requirements for the tree - I was going to top-dress with some compost and perhaps add a little slow release fertilizer?
 
Linda Starr
Springville Gardens
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