Deciduous Trees and Shrubs

The Black Genoa Fig, a delightful cultivar of the common edible fig, is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that adds both beauty and bounty to any garden. Standing 3-5 metres tall, it produces masses of exceptional quality, dark red-fleshed fruits with striking purple-green skin during summer. This self-pollinating variety boasts a vigorous spreading habit and yields two crops annually, ensuring a reliable and abundant harvest. Whether enjoyed fresh, dried, or transformed into jams, its delicious fruits make it a favourite among gardeners and food enthusiasts alike. With its medium size and round form, the Black Genoa Fig is a versatile addition to any landscape.

Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil, enriched with organic matter.
Conditions: Prefers full sun; self-pollinating. Suitable for regions with mild winters.
Size: Height 3-5m x width 3m 

An extremely attractive new introduction, Cercis Merlot is a fantastic small tree that shows off rich purple foliage and an improved branch structure than other varieties of this popular and showy family of trees. Clusters of bright pink flowers smother the bare stems in early spring followed by large and glossy heart-shaped foliage in a rich purple to plum colouring in the summer months, aging to brilliant yellow and orange tonings in autumn. Foliage colour will be at its best in plants grown in full sun. Cercis Merlot is highly adaptable and is more tolerant of warmer climates than many other Cercis forms and prefers deep, well-drained soil and a position in full sun or partial shade. 

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought and frost tolerant once established but best results when adequate water is provided during dry periods.
Size: Height 3.5m x Width 4.5m

Cornus florida Alba, commonly known as White Flowering Dogwood, is an elegant deciduous tree prized for its pristine white blooms. The pure white bracts stand out against lush green foliage, providing a classic and timeless aesthetic. The white flowering dogwood is a medium-sized tree with a broad, rounded canopy, with branches arranged in a tiered fashion, giving the tree a layered look. As temperatures cool, the leaves transition to shades of red, burgundy, and purple in autumn, offering a multi-seasonal appeal. It’s a favourite among gardeners and landscapers for its showy spring flowers, attractive summer foliage, colourful autumn leaves, and decorative winter bark.

Soil: Prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade. Plant in an area protected from strong winds. Frost tolerant.
Size: Height 5m x width 5m

Melia azedarach White Cedar is a fast-growing tree with an attractive, densely foliaged, rounded crown. Native to north-eastern Australia, it is one of the few deciduous Australian natives. Glossy new foliage emerges in spring, accompanied by clusters of showy, fragrant lilac flowers. These are followed by hard, yellow-orange, bead-like fruits that persist on the tree well into autumn. While the fruit is poisonous to humans and some animals, it provides an important food source for birdlife. White Cedar makes an excellent specimen tree and is ideal for use as a shade or avenue tree in larger landscapes.

Soil: The White Cedar will grow in most soil types but does prefer well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun or part-shade. They are drought tolerant, able to cope with frost (to -8C) and can grow on the coast making them very durable and versatile
Size: Height 6-8m x width 4-6m

Caroline Blueberry is a Northern Highbush Blueberry - a deciduous, fruiting plant that is native to the colder areas of Canada & the United States. These varieties of blueberry plants perform well in Australia and provide a bounty of berries. Caroline is an early fruiting blueberry producing medium-sized, fragrant fruits with a beautiful sweet taste. It is a deciduous shrub with oval leaves, producing pretty bell-shaped white flowers in spring, followed by small blue-purple berries in summer. The leaves of Caroline take on attractive red-orange tones in autumn. Self-pollinating, but cross-pollination with another type with the same bloom time produces higher yields. Blueberries can produce an abundance of fruit over many months, keep them evenly watered with good drainage and use a low nitrogen fertiliser.

Soil: Well-drained acidic soil.
Conditions: It grows best in a sunny but protected position with some shade from the hottest afternoon sun during summer. Approximately 750-1200 hours chilling required for proper dormancy. 
Size: Height 1.5m x width 1.5m