Edibles

Syzygium Hinterland Gold is a fast-growing, dense lilly pilly with mid-sized glossy green leaves that develop a lovely coppery hue in the new growth. The lilly pilly produces fluffy flowers in the summer months, followed by red-purple berries. Hinterland Gold is ideal as a privacy screen, hedge and topiary plant, and responds well to pruning. Mulch well to cut down weed problems, and feed with a good all-purpose fertiliser in warm months.

Soil: Most well-drained soils.
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade. Drought and coastal hardy. Light frost tolerance.
Size: Height 4m x width 1.5m

A famous old English plum, Coe’s Golden Drop has clear yellow skin and gorgeous, sweetly-flavoured yellow flesh. It can be kept in the refrigerator for more than a week, which is unusual for plums. Delicious eaten straight off the tree, Golden Drop is great for stewing, pies, pastries and jams. It does need a pollinator to set fruit, such as Green Gage, D’Agen, or Angelina. It will require annual pruning once the foliage has dropped in winter.

Soil: Well-draining, loamy to sandy soil that has a neutral to acidic pH of 6.0 to 6.5.
Conditions: Full sun. Situate the tree so that it is either southerly or easterly facing in a sheltered area. Frost tolerant.
Size: Height 2-5m x width 2-5m

Plum A-Okay is a new release in the Backyard Boosters range. This delicious plum has the highest antioxidants and potential health benefits of any plum available to home gardeners. A-Okay will produce a large number of delicious dark-skinned plums with dark red flesh. Suitable for eating fresh from the tree or juiced, this prolific cropping tree also features dark burgundy new growth making an attractive statement in the garden. This variety is a freestone and needs a cross-pollinator growing nearby - Mariposa or Narrabeen are suitable for this. Like all produce plants, correct pruning, regular fertilising and watering will result in an abundance of fruit.

Soil: Well-fertilised soil.
Conditions: Full. sun. Frost/cold tolerant to -15C
Size: Height 2-5m x width 2-5

Kensington Pride mangoes, also known as Bowen mangoes, are Australia's most popular and commercially grown mango. It is an attractive tropical, evergreen tree with a dense canopy of long, narrow green leaves. Clusters of fragrant small yellow or pink flowers appear through winter and spring. The large, fleshy fruit is usually green, ripening to bright yellow with red blush from September to March - depending on your climate. The sweet, juicy mango is perfect for fruit platters, chutneys, ice cream and smoothies.
Young trees need to be watered often and fertilised with nitrogen three times a year.

Soil: Well-drained soil. Mulch thoroughly.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Mangoes prefer tropical and subtropical climates with humid, hot summers and cool, dry, frost-free winters.
Size: Height 8m x width 8m

Delight in the exceptional qualities of the Nijisseiki Nashi Pear, also known as the 20th Century Pear — a celebrated variety prized for its crisp texture and refreshing flavour. This standout fruit features smooth, medium-sized skin in a soft greenish-yellow hue, combining the juicy sweetness of a traditional pear with the satisfying crunch and shape of an apple. Best enjoyed when ripened fully on the tree, Nijisseiki reveals creamy-white flesh that is incredibly juicy, crisp, and refreshing. With excellent storage qualities, the fruit keeps well after harvest, making it a reliable favourite for home growers. For optimal yields, plant alongside compatible pollinators such as ‘Williams’ or ‘Beurre Bosc’, which help ensure a consistent harvest of high-quality fruit year after year.

Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil with moderate fertility.
Conditions: Prefers full sun to promote fruiting. Tolerates moderate frosts. Regular watering is essential, particularly during dry spells.
Size: Height 3-5m x width 2-4m