Buy Magestic Oyster Bay Pine | Callitris Rhomboidea | Australia

The Ultimate Native Champion

The Oyster Bay Pine (Callitris rhomboidea) was one of the foundational species we built Sequoia Valley Farms upon, and my belief in its incredible versatility has only grown over the years. This isn’t just another native conifer; it is, in my expert opinion, the ultimate Australian screening plant. Sourced from an elite network that includes our prestigious Tasmanian grower network, premium mainland growers, and our own exclusive estate reserve, our specimens boast impeccable provenance. It’s time to move beyond fragile, disease-prone exotic cypresses and embrace this tough, beautiful, and incredibly adaptable native champion. Whether for an elegant suburban hedge or a robust farm windbreak, this is an investment in resilient, generational landscaping.

The superior native alternative to disease-prone Leyland Cypress

Extremely hardy and drought-tolerant once established

A low-flammability species, making it a smart choice for rural properties

At a Glance

Pot Size: 140mm (Larger sizes available via special order)
Est. Plant Height: 50–70cm above the soil
Growth Habit: Dense / Conical / Upright
Style: Hedging / Windbreaks / Native Feature / Bonsai

APPROXIMATE ACTUAL PLANT SIZE: 80–90CM TALL (IN A 140MM POT)*
*Heights represent the actual living plant measured from the soil line to the top of the foliage. As these are moderate-to-fast growing plants, actual dispatched sizes may slightly vary based on seasonal flushes, but will feature dense, established root systems.

Secure a profoundly tough and elegant architectural native. When you buy an Oyster Bay Pine in Australia, you are choosing unparalleled resilience. Perfectly suited for a huge range of applications, from formal suburban privacy screens to expansive rural windbreaks, the Callitris rhomboidea offers dense, deep-green foliage without the devastating thirst or Cypress Canker risks associated with traditional exotics. Adaptable to a wide variety of soils—from sandy loams to well-drained clays—it is a true “plant and prosper” specimen.

Superior Screening: Creates a dense, formal screen or a beautiful standalone feature tree, easily maintained with light pruning.
The Rural Asset: Provides vital wind protection for livestock and pastures. It is non-toxic to grazing animals and boasts a low-flammability rating.
Urban Adaptability: Tough enough to thrive in challenging public parklands and urban environments, as seen in iconic locations like Sydney's Olympic Park.

Build a Resilient Native Landscape

Savvy landscape designers pair the Oyster Bay Pine with these hardy Australian natives to create drought-tolerant, low-maintenance properties.

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Trusted by Gardeners Like You

★★★★★

"I replaced a dying Leylandii hedge with these Oyster Bay Pines and the difference is incredible. They've powered through a hot, dry summer with minimal water and look amazing. So glad I made the switch to this tough native."

— Richard B., Victoria

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"We needed a fast-growing windbreak for our property that wouldn't be a fire risk. These are perfect. The trees arrived in excellent condition and the advice from the team was invaluable."

— Susan P., Southern Tablelands, NSW

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"An absolute joy to work with for native bonsai. The fine foliage reduces beautifully, and the 140mm starter had excellent health and vigor right out of the box."

— Greg M., Brisbane, QLD

Why is this better than planting a Leyland Cypress hedge?

Leyland Cypress (Leylandii) is an exotic species highly prone to Cypress Canker—a devastating fungal disease that frequently wipes out entire hedges in Australia. The native Oyster Bay Pine is highly resistant to this pathogen, requires significantly less water once established, and naturally forms a tighter, neater conical shape.

How far apart should I plant them for a hedge or windbreak?

For a dense, formal privacy screen or windbreak, we recommend planting them approximately 1.5 to 2 metres apart. Once they reach your desired height, begin light, regular tip-pruning to encourage thick lateral growth.

Is the Oyster Bay Pine toxic to livestock?

No. Callitris species are not considered toxic to grazing animals, making them an exceptionally safe and responsible choice for planting around paddocks and rural acreage boundaries.

Detailed Description and Specs

The Oyster Bay Pine (Callitris rhomboidea), also known as the Port Jackson Pine, is one of Australia’s most handsome and versatile native conifers. Its dense, deep-green foliage, classic conical shape, and incredible resilience have made it a quiet favourite among landscape designers and savvy gardeners for years. In a typical garden, it forms a beautiful, well-behaved feature tree that rarely exceeds 10-12 metres.

For too long, Australian gardens have been dominated by exotics prone to thirst and disease. Our Oyster Bay Pines are the superior solution. Boasting an impeccable pedigree, our stock is curated from Tasmania’s premier native plant propagators, elite mainland growers, and select seedlings cultivated right here on our Southern Highlands estate. They are highly drought-tolerant, resistant to pathogens, and adaptable to a wider range of soils, making them a smarter, more robust long-term choice for a formal hedge or dense privacy screen.

Here’s why we think you’ll love the Oyster Bay Pine:

Species: Callitris rhomboidea (Oyster Bay Pine, Port Jackson Pine)
Provenance: Premium Tasmanian, Mainland & Estate-Grown Network.
Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast.
Foliage: Dense, fine, deep-green native foliage.
Best For: Disease-free hedging, rural windbreaks, urban feature trees, and native bonsai.

Care and Planting Guide

The Oyster Bay Pine is an exceptionally resilient tree, provided its core requirements are strictly met in the early stages of establishment.

Sunlight & Location: It thrives in a full sun position and will tolerate highly exposed, windy sites, making it perfect for rural boundary planting.
Soil & Drainage: Remarkably adaptable. It will happily grow in sandy soils, loams, and even well-drained clays, provided the site is not permanently waterlogged or boggy.
Watering: Water regularly and deeply during its first one or two seasons to establish a robust taproot. Once established, it is extremely drought-tolerant and requires very little supplemental watering in most parts of southeastern Australia.
Pruning & Maintenance: To create a dense hedge, begin light, regular pruning once the trees approach your desired height. For bonsai cultivation, branches can be easily wired when young and pliable to create classic structural forms.

Shipping and Delivery

Eastern States (NSW, ACT, VIC, QLD, SA)
Eligible for standard shipping via our secure courier network once cleared through our NSW hub.

Tasmania (TAS)
Due to strict Bass Strait biosecurity, standard mainland orders utilise our specialised Plant Concierge Service, which handles all mandatory treatments and agricultural inspections on your behalf prior to shipping. However, because we maintain a premium Tasmanian supplier network, we can often source and arrange for you to collect your plant directly from a local nursery in-state, bypassing Bass Strait shipping entirely. Both options require a custom freight quote—please contact us.

Western Australia & Northern Territory (WA & NT)
Shipping to WA & NT utilises our specialised Plant Concierge Service. Plants must undergo mandatory agricultural treatments and inspections at our staging facility prior to crossing the border. This process incurs significant additional costs—please contact us for a custom quote prior to ordering.

Commercial, Bulk & Advanced Sizes
For farmers, landscape designers, and small-scale forestry projects, we can often source larger, advanced specimens directly from our Tasmanian and mainland networks. These bulk orders can be shipped via specialised direct agricultural freight to ensure full legal biosecurity compliance nationwide. Please contact us directly for a custom commercial freight quote.