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Callitris preissii 'Rottnest Island Pine' Seeds

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Callitris preissii 'Rottnest Island Pine' - 5x Seeds

Transform your landscape with the Rottnest Island Pine (Callitris preissii)—the ultimate choice for coastal beauty and resilience. This hardy native tree thrives in sandy, nutrient-poor soils and salty environments, making it perfect for windbreaks, soil stabilization, and low-maintenance gardens.

Why choose Rottnest Island Pine?

  • Drought-Tolerant & Hardy: Ideal for tough conditions and sustainable landscaping.
  • Natural Coastal Charm: Its dense, conical shape and fine foliage add elegance to any space.
  • Eco-Friendly: Supports wildlife and promotes biodiversity.

Bring a piece of Western Australia's coastline to your garden or project! Perfect for eco-conscious gardeners and landscapers seeking beauty with purpose.

Seed Starting Method

Callitris preissii 'Rottnest Island Pine' seeds come in a range of sizes from very tiny to a few millimeters. As a general rule Callitris preissii 'Rottnest Island Pine' seed should be sown to the depth of the seed. 

Place the seed in a container and cover with boiled water and allow to soak overnight.

The swollen seed can then be sown, re-treat seeds that have not swollen yet until you're satisfied that the pre-treatment has worked.

Although most Australian native/ endemic seed can be sown throughout the seasons across Australia it is advisable to sow in Spring or Summer in colder regions. The optimum temperate to ensure the best possible germination rate for sowing many Australian native/ endemic species is around 18-22°C.  
Sowing Depth


See above.
The seed will lodge in the pores of your seed starting mix once misted with water.
Growing Season


Spring & Autumn
Place in a warm sunny position and keep moist to avoid drying out.
Germination Time 10-30 days at around 18-22°C.
Hardiness Hardy 
Plant Spacing  N/A
Plant Height The Rottnest Island Pine (Callitris preissii) typically grows to a height of 10–15 meters (33–50 feet), though it may remain shorter in harsher conditions. Its compact, conical shape makes it an excellent choice for windbreaks and landscaping in coastal areas.
Planting Position Partial or full sun
Days Until Maturity  N/A
Growing tips

Seeds of many native/endemic species require specific conditions that mimic their natural habitat or specially formulated seed treatments, to break dormancy. 

Do not be to quick to discard pots that haven't yet shown signs of seed germination. Seeds will often lay dormant until conditions are optimal and will produce amazing results, long after they have been forgotten.

Pre-treatment of smoke is recommended for most native species.

Research shows that many members of this species are responsive to pre-treatment of smoke, which mimocs an Australian bushfire. Although germination will may occur without smoke treatment it has proved be beneficial in reducing the number of days to germination and increasing germination rates of this species.

Smoke treatments are simple and can be undertaken by applying to the surface after sowing.

Click this link to view our seed starting treatments specially designed for Australian Natives

 

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