Oyster Bay Pine

## Landscape value Oyster Bay pine is a dense evergreen conifer native to parts of southeastern Australia, including eastern Tasmania. It grows as a tall shrub or tree with fine foliage and persistent woody cones. [Private Forests Tasmania](https://pft.tas.gov.au/tree-species/oyster-bay-pine) lists a height of up to about 14 m; growth and mature form depend on the site. Allow substantial clearance and do not plant below powerlines. ## Growing conditions It occurs in dry woodland, scrub and heath, often on rocky sites. The Tasmanian profile describes tolerance of dry or moist locations and sandy, loamy, well-drained soils. Water during establishment, then adjust to site conditions. Confirm local climate suitability and appropriate nursery provenance before planting outside its native range. ## Firewise warning and maintenance The [Tasmania Fire Service guide](https://d3n8a8pro7vhmx.cloudfront.net/landcaretas/pages/101/attachments/original/1466562095/140835_TFSFireResistingPlants_2014_15.pdf?1466562095=) rates this plant **highly flammable** and advises against planting it in the building protection zone or fuel modified zone. Follow local defensible-space requirements and remove accumulated dead material. Its natural role in native woodland does not make it appropriate close to buildings. Tasmania’s [natural resources department](https://nre.tas.gov.au/conservation/conservation-on-private-land/bush-information-and-management/identify-your-bush-type/bush-with-a-tree-layer-made-up-of-trees-that-are-not-eucalypts/oyster-bay-pine-and-south-esk-pine-woodland-and-forest) describes the species and its woodland habitat.