About Best Trees Australia

Our Story

Best Trees Australia was born from a simple observation: too many Australian gardeners were planting trees that were ill-suited to their climate, soil conditions, or available space. We watched neighbours struggle with thirsty exotics during drought years, saw beautiful native specimens ripped out because they grew too large, and heard countless stories of fruit trees that never produced a single harvest because they were planted in the wrong microclimate.

Our founding team of certified arborists, consulting horticulturalists, and landscape designers came together in 2020 with a shared mission: to become Australia's most trusted resource for tree selection and care. We believe that every Australian deserves access to the same expert knowledge that professional landscapers use when specifying trees for commercial projects. Whether you are planting a single shade tree in your suburban backyard or establishing a windbreak on a rural property, we want to help you make informed decisions.

What sets us apart is our hands-on testing methodology. Unlike many gardening websites that simply compile information from botanical databases, we actively trial trees in real Australian gardens across different climate zones. From the subtropical humidity of Brisbane to the Mediterranean conditions of Perth, from the alpine cool of Tasmania to the tropical warmth of Darwin, our team has observed firsthand how different species perform. We document growth rates, note pest and disease susceptibility, assess water requirements during our increasingly unpredictable summers, and evaluate overall landscape value over multiple seasons.

Our team understands the unique challenges of Australian gardening. We know about the importance of selecting trees with non-invasive root systems to protect underground pipes and foundations. We appreciate the significance of choosing species that provide food and habitat for our unique native wildlife, from rainbow lorikeets and honeyeaters to sugar gliders and possums. We understand the complexities of fire-resistant landscaping in bushfire-prone areas and can guide you toward species that reduce risk while maintaining beauty.

We are committed to honest, unbiased recommendations. While we do earn a small commission when you purchase through our affiliate links, this never influences our advice. We will always tell you if a cheaper option exists at your local nursery, and we will never recommend a tree simply because it generates higher commissions. Our reputation is built on trust, and we intend to keep it that way.

Beyond tree selection, we are passionate about education. Our comprehensive guides cover everything from proper planting techniques and mulching best practices to advanced topics like formative pruning, pest management, and understanding the role of mycorrhizal fungi in tree health. We believe that informed gardeners make better decisions, and better decisions lead to healthier, more beautiful landscapes that benefit both people and wildlife.

Thank you for trusting Best Trees Australia with your gardening journey. Whether you are planting your very first tree or adding to an established collection, we are honoured to be part of your story. Together, we can create gardens that bring joy for generations to come.