Plantings should group species of similar water and maintenance requirements and avoid plants which:
are short-lived and require regular replacement (with the exception of short-lived pioneer species in revegetation works).
require high maintenance
require regular irrigation.
Species choice and planting design must also consider growth habits and placement near paths and other assets or infrastructure. Avoid over planting which prevents plants from developing their true form and aesthetic potential; and planting too close to paths, assets and road median edges which necessitates ongoing pruning of overhanging foliage.
Higher maintenance plantings for special effect may be allowed in high profile areas or special circumstances where agreed.
Species choice and planting design must also consider the safety of maintenance staff – such as allowances for unplanted maintenance buffers on road medians.
Myrtle rust (also known as eucalyptus or guava rust) is currently problematic in Queensland, and susceptible plants from the Myrtaceae family should be used sparingly. For a list of affected species refer to the Queensland Department of Primary Industries (once called: Queensland Government Department of Agriculture and Fisheries).
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