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Meryta denhamii

Mertya

Meryta · Araliaceae

Mertya (Meryta denhamii) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 6 m high and 3 m spread, with a rounded canopy form. Its noted amenity value is interesting foliage. Its recorded local performance is unknown. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.

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Classification

Genus
Meryta
Family
Araliaceae
Common name
Mertya
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban

Meryta denhamii belongs to the Meryta genus within the Araliaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.

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Cultivation

Care sheet.

Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Part Shade
Soil
Wet soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Slow
Mature size
6 m H × 3 m W
Landscape use

Maintain current usage

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Further reading

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