{"product_id":"casuarina-glauca-cousin-it-cousin-it-casuarina","title":"Casuarina glauca ‘Cousin It’ (Cousin It Casuarina)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"ea30e24b-6bf0-4d2b-8ea7-e83b0955a18c\" data-turn-id-container=\"ea30e24b-6bf0-4d2b-8ea7-e83b0955a18c\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-262\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"ea30e24b-6bf0-4d2b-8ea7-e83b0955a18c\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"y0j508\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eCasuarina glauca ‘Cousin It’ (Cousin It Casuarina)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eCasuarina ‘Cousin It’ is a distinctive, low-growing Australian native groundcover valued for its dense, cascading habit and fine, trailing foliage. It is widely used in rockeries, retaining walls, and large containers where a dramatic, flowing effect is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"524\"\u003eThe plant produces long, trailing stems covered in fine, needle-like foliage in soft green tones. The growth forms a thick, mounded cushion that spills over edges, creating a layered, cascading appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"529\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"546\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"645\"\u003e‘Cousin It’ is known for its unique weeping groundcover form, unlike upright Casuarina varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eIt creates a dense mat that suppresses weeds and covers large areas over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eIt is hardy and tolerant of coastal conditions, wind, and dry environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"807\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18918vg\" data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eThis variety grows as a low, spreading groundcover with trailing stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eIt typically reaches 20 to 30 cm in height, with a spread of 1.5 to 3 metres or more. Growth rate is moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1evwddo\" data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yjlpdk\" data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003ePerforms best in full sun to partial shade. Full sun encourages denser growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rthh5f\" data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eRequires regular watering during establishment. Once established, it is drought tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eWater occasionally during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p3fpbz\" data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003ePrefers well-draining soil and performs well in sandy or poor soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14lz4ze\" data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eSuitable for temperate to coastal climates. It tolerates wind, salt spray, heat, and light frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eVery low maintenance. Minimal pruning is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eTrim lightly if needed to control spread or maintain shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eFertilise lightly if required, though it generally thrives without heavy feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lt9dvm\" data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003ePoor drainage may lead to root issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eCan spread widely, so allow adequate space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003eGenerally pest and disease resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mu966k\" data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eCasuarina ‘Cousin It’ is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eGroundcover\u003cbr data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eRockeries and slopes\u003cbr data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eRetaining walls (cascading effect)\u003cbr data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eCoastal gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eLarge containers\u003cbr data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eLow-maintenance landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003eIts trailing habit makes it a standout for softening hard edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8r6oui\" data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"4057\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2200\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2275\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2399\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2473\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCasuarina glauca ‘Cousin It’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2498\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2572\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCousin It Casuarina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2597\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2671\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvergreen groundcover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2696\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2770\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e20 cm to 30 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2869\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2795\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2869\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpreading, cascading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2894\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2968\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"2993\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3067\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3166\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3092\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3166\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePreferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3191\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWatering Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3191\" data-end=\"3265\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3364\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3290\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3364\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWell-draining, sandy or poor soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3463\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3389\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrainage Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3463\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3562\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3488\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3562\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperate to coastal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3661\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3587\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3661\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3760\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3686\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"3760\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3761\" data-end=\"3859\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3761\" data-end=\"3785\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3785\" data-end=\"3859\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eVery low\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3860\" data-end=\"3958\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3860\" data-end=\"3884\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3884\" data-end=\"3958\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"3983\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3983\" data-end=\"4057\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNot commonly regarded as toxic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4062\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dfs5mo\" data-start=\"4064\" data-end=\"4094\"\u003eFAQ – Casuarina ‘Cousin It’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4096\" data-end=\"4177\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4096\" data-end=\"4135\"\u003eIs it a tree like other Casuarinas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4135\" data-end=\"4138\"\u003eNo, this is a low, groundcover variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4179\" data-end=\"4251\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4179\" data-end=\"4204\"\u003eDoes it spread a lot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4204\" data-end=\"4207\"\u003eYes, it can spread several metres over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4253\" data-end=\"4321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4253\" data-end=\"4286\"\u003eIs it good for coastal areas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4286\" data-end=\"4289\"\u003eYes, it tolerates wind and salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4323\" data-end=\"4398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4323\" data-end=\"4351\"\u003eDoes it need much water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4351\" data-end=\"4354\"\u003eNo, it is drought tolerant once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4400\" data-end=\"4485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4400\" data-end=\"4427\"\u003eCan it be used in pots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4427\" data-end=\"4430\"\u003eYes, especially in large containers where it can trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4487\" data-end=\"4566\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4487\" data-end=\"4512\"\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4512\" data-end=\"4515\"\u003eTypically 20 to 30 cm high and up to 3 metres wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto 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id=\"_r_e0p_\" data-testid=\"collapsible-user-message-content\" class=\"A_HxFq_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"max-w-full min-w-0 [overflow-wrap:anywhere] whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eCausarina Cousin it\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex justify-end\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] 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max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"75f77459-5d9b-43be-9093-b57da0d639bb\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"y0j508\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eCasuarina glauca ‘Cousin It’ (Cousin It Casuarina)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eCasuarina ‘Cousin It’ is a unique Australian native groundcover valued for its dense, cascading growth and soft, trailing foliage. It is widely used in rockeries, retaining walls, coastal gardens, and large containers where a flowing, architectural effect is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eThe plant forms a thick mound of fine, needle-like foliage in rich green tones. Long trailing stems spill over edges and spread across the ground, creating a soft, layered appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"512\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"630\"\u003e‘Cousin It’ is known for its unusual weeping habit, which differs from upright Casuarina varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eIt forms a dense mat that suppresses weeds and softens hard landscaping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eHighly tolerant of coastal exposure, drought, and wind once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18918vg\" data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eThis variety grows as a low, spreading groundcover with cascading stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eIt typically reaches 20 to 30 cm in height and spreads 1.5 to 3 metres or more over time. Growth rate is moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1evwddo\" data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yjlpdk\" data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003ePerforms best in full sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes denser growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rthh5f\" data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eRequires regular watering during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eOnce established, it is highly drought tolerant and only requires occasional watering during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p3fpbz\" data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003ePrefers well-draining soil and performs well in sandy, coastal, or poor soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14lz4ze\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eSuitable for temperate and coastal climates. Tolerates heat, wind, salt spray, and light frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eVery low maintenance. Minimal pruning is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eTrim lightly if needed to control spread or tidy edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eGenerally thrives without frequent fertilising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lt9dvm\" data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003ePoor drainage may lead to root problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eAllow sufficient space due to its spreading habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eGenerally pest and disease resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mu966k\" data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eCasuarina ‘Cousin It’ is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eGroundcover\u003cbr data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eRetaining walls and cascading edges\u003cbr data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eRockeries and slopes\u003cbr data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eCoastal gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eLarge pots and containers\u003cbr data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003eLow-maintenance landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2125\"\u003eIts trailing form makes it ideal for softening hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8r6oui\" data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"4047\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2190\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2265\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"4047\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2389\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2463\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCasuarina glauca ‘Cousin It’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2562\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2488\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2562\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCousin It Casuarina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2587\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2661\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvergreen groundcover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2662\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2662\" data-end=\"2686\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2760\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e20 cm to 30 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2785\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2859\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpreading, cascading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"2958\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"2884\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"2958\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"3057\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"2983\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2983\" data-end=\"3057\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3156\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3082\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3156\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePreferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3181\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWatering Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3181\" data-end=\"3255\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3354\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3280\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3280\" data-end=\"3354\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWell-draining, sandy or poor soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3453\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3379\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrainage Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3379\" data-end=\"3453\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3552\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3478\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3552\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperate to coastal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3553\" data-end=\"3651\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3553\" data-end=\"3577\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3577\" data-end=\"3651\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3652\" data-end=\"3750\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3652\" data-end=\"3676\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3676\" data-end=\"3750\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3849\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3775\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3775\" data-end=\"3849\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eVery low\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3850\" data-end=\"3948\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3850\" data-end=\"3874\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3874\" data-end=\"3948\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"4047\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3973\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"4047\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNot commonly regarded as toxic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4049\" data-end=\"4052\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dfs5mo\" data-start=\"4054\" data-end=\"4084\"\u003eFAQ – Casuarina ‘Cousin It’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4086\" data-end=\"4147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4086\" data-end=\"4103\"\u003eIs it a tree?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4103\" data-end=\"4106\"\u003eNo, it is a low-growing groundcover form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4149\" data-end=\"4222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4149\" data-end=\"4175\"\u003eDoes it spread widely?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4175\" data-end=\"4178\"\u003eYes, it can spread several metres over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4224\" data-end=\"4304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4224\" data-end=\"4263\"\u003eIs it suitable for coastal gardens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4263\" data-end=\"4266\"\u003eYes, it tolerates salt spray and wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4306\" data-end=\"4374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4306\" data-end=\"4340\"\u003eDoes it need much maintenance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4340\" data-end=\"4343\"\u003eNo, it is very low maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4376\" data-end=\"4454\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4376\" data-end=\"4404\"\u003eCan it trail over walls?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4404\" data-end=\"4407\"\u003eYes, it creates an attractive cascading effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4456\" data-end=\"4535\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4456\" data-end=\"4481\"\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4481\" data-end=\"4484\"\u003eTypically 20 to 30 cm high and up to 3 metres wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Nurso","offers":[{"title":"200mm","offer_id":51808111591720,"sku":null,"price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/6847\/6200\/files\/Casuarinaglauca_CousinIt_CousinItCasuarina_LS.png?v=1780968432","url":"https:\/\/www.thenurso.au\/products\/casuarina-glauca-cousin-it-cousin-it-casuarina","provider":"The 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