Deciduous Trees and Shrubs

Pyrus Williams Pear is a deciduous pear tree with fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by very juicy, medium-large fruit in March and April. Pale green at picking and ripening to a clear yellow, the sweet fruit is ideal for use in desserts, preserving or eating fresh. The variety requires a cross-pollinator to bear fruit: suitable varieties include Beurre Bosc, Winter Cole or Nijisseiki

Soil: Well-drained, well-composted soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Frost, cold and drought hardy.
Size: Height 4-10m x width 2-4m

Black currant is a small hardy attractive deciduous shrub that fruits in early summer. The black currant canes will grow vigorously in their first year and then flower and fruit in the second year. Multiple branches produce an abundance of flowers, which are coloured pale yellow, that develop into small dark purple glossy berries. Grow the black currant canes against a wall or a fence, or support with a fence or trellis.
Black currants have a tart taste when eaten raw so are usually used in cooking. The berries are used to make jams, jellies and juices. They are a fantastic natural concentrated source of vitamin C and antioxidants.

Soil: Rich, well-drained soil. Dig through plenty of organic matter or well-broken-down animal manure before planting.
Conditions: Best grown in areas with a cold winter as a ‘chilling period’ will assist fruit set. Black currants prefer a full sun position and give shelter from strong hot winds.
Size: Height 1m x width 0.60m

Taxodium distichum, or The Swamp Cypress, is a tall ornamental tree of pyramidal habit that is very useful for boggy, water-logged spots in the garden. It is a deciduous conifer with soft, fine-textured, needle-like bright green foliage changing to a rusty orange in late autumn and brown before falling. Its bark is deeply fissured and red-brown and rounded purple cones add to the texture and colour. A spectacular tree for stream edges and pond surrounds.

Soil: Any deep soil - especially very wet.
Conditions: Full Sun to Part Shade
Size: Height 15m x width 5m

Morus nigra, better known as the Black Mulberry, is a handsome deciduous tree with a broad, domed shape and big, thick green leaves. In season it produces small red fruits that deepen into rich purple, sweet and juicy black mulberries. While it’s loved for its fruit, this tree is just as valued for its ornamental appeal, bringing a strong, stately presence to the garden. It also throws generous shade, so if you want to enjoy its full form and canopy, be sure to give it plenty of room to spread.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Drought, heat, frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 8-12m x width 15m

The stunning, deciduous Golden Ash is a small to medium specimen tree with year-round beauty and intrigue. Golden Ash has a naturally rounded crown with soft yellow foliage, turning greener before turning a brilliant yellow in summer and gold in autumn. Once the leaves fall, the young branches continue the show with brilliant yellow colouring contrasted against distinctive black buds. Golden Ash can be used in small and large gardens as avenue plantings, paddocks, shade and park trees, planted on mass, or in a large pot.

Soil: Adaptable to wet and dry soils.
Conditions: Full sun. Great for both temperate and cold regions. Frost, wind and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 7m x width 7m

Prunus Dwarf Apricot Fireball is a compact, early maturing apricot variety suited to most temperate regions of Australia. Grafted onto a dwarfing rootstock, it forms a small, manageable tree ideal for backyards and smaller gardens while still producing full-sized fruit. The apricots are round with deep orange skin and sweet, juicy flesh that easily separates from the stone, making them a classic freestone variety. Harvest typically occurs in late November, providing an early crop of delicious fruit perfect for fresh eating. This self-pollinating apricot will produce fruit on its own but can benefit from cross-pollination with other apricot varieties for heavier yields. The fruit is excellent for preserving, bottling, stewing, or freezing, allowing you to enjoy the harvest well beyond the picking season.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Suitable for temperate regions with 450 hours chilling time.
Size: Height 2m x width 2m

Enjoy your own homegrown apples in any size yard with Malus domestica Cumulus Dwarf Apple. Cumulus Dwarf is a columnar apple bred to grow in an upright position, perfect for small spaces, containers, pots, narrow areas and balconies. It produces large sweet-flavoured fruit of red on green stripes, with firm white flesh ripening in February-March. This narrow-growing apple is well suited to pots as well as the ground. Pollinators: Harmony™, Herald™ and Pompink™. Ideally suited for growing in tubs and confined spaces, as well as fence planting.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Protect from strong winds and frost while young.
Size: Height 2-3m x width 0.60m

Stella Cherry is a beautiful deciduous fruit tree that produces a stunning display of white spring blossoms, followed by an abundant crop of dark red, juicy cherries. The fruit ripens in early summer—perfect timing for festive desserts like a classic Christmas pavlova. Stella is a self-fertile variety, meaning only one tree is needed to produce a reliable harvest, making it an excellent choice for home gardens and small orchards. Compared with many cherry varieties, it also requires lower chill hours, allowing it to perform well in milder climates such as the NSW South Coast. With its attractive spring flowers, productive fruiting habit, and adaptability to warmer regions, Stella Cherry is both a decorative and rewarding tree for Australian gardens.

Soil: Widely adaptable to a broad range of soil types 
Conditions: Full sun (for larger harvests). Frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 5m x width 2m