Evergreen Plants

Westringia fruticosa's attractive ornamental shrub features dense, fine grey-green foliage with masses of delicate white to pale lilac flowers, spotted with purply specks. An excellent all-round evergreen native, fruticosa will attract local wildlife like birds, bees, butterflies and other insects so it is perfect for native gardens. Fruticosa means shrubby and this species will grow as a large, sprawling shrub if left unclipped.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to light shade. Drought, wind, frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 4-5m

Corymbia Precious Pearl Grafted is a spectacular small to medium-sized native flowering gum tree. This trim tree bears showy pink to white flower clusters during the warmer months. The gum blossoms are bird and insect-attracting and do well when trimmed back after they finish. Precious Pearl is extremely versatile and can be used as a hedging or bordering plant, as well as a feature tree or small shade tree.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Drought, frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 4-6m x width 2-4m

Big, bold, and reminiscent of summer, Paradise Glow brings a touch of the tropics to the winter garden. Masses of glowing, large hot-pink blooms with golden centres are displayed on an evergreen shrub from late autumn through the cooler months. Paradise Glow is perfect for screens, hedges, espaliers and large pots.

Soil: Slightly acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Sunny and semi-shaded positions. Can be grown Australia-wide and may require some protection in extreme situations.
Size: Height 3m x width 2m