Evergreen Plants

Protea Eclipse is a compact, low-growing shrub prized for its striking spring display of deep pink-red blooms, each accented with a delicate white feathery edge. This eye-catching variety brings bold colour and texture to the garden, while also making an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements. Like many proteas, it thrives in well-drained soil and sunny positions, performing beautifully in garden beds or pots and containers. Its versatility, drought tolerance, and ornamental appeal make Protea Eclipse a standout addition to a wide range of garden styles.

Soil: Native, well-draining soil.
Conditions: Prefers full sun to part-shade and is drought, coastal and light frost tolerant.
Size: Height 1m x width 1m  

Lomandra Echidna Grass is a clump-forming native grass with lush, narrow lime-green foliage. Masses of delicate cream flowers grow amongst the vibrant foliage. With its tufty appearance, Echidna Grass is ideal for massed planting as it gives outstanding coverage and will smother out weeds in time. Prune after flowering to promote dense growth habit and prolific blooms during the next flowering season.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Coastal, frost, humid and drought tolerant.
Size: Height 0.30-0.50cm x width 0.30m

Leptospermum Kiwi is a variety of manuka renowned for its pretty flowers and attractive foliage. During spring and summer, it produces single, dark pink flowers with a wax-like centre. These are produced en masse and are complemented with the fine, dark green foliage which is tinged with bronze. Leptospermum Kiwi is commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants, included in a mixed planting, maintained in a container, or trimmed into a hedge. Trim lightly after flowering and fertilise with a long-term slow release fertiliser annually

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought, frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1.2m x width 0.75m

Lemon Daze is a lovely, compact grevillea plant - featuring pendulous, bright yellow claw-shaped flowers with a hint of pink. These vibrant blooms provide colour to the garden for a long period from autumn through spring. The nectar-rich flowers are adored by native birds and bees, while the slender foliage resembling rosemary adds to the plant's beauty. Being low-maintenance, Lemon Daze is perfect for informal hedging, path edging, mass planting, and underplanting. After flowering, a light pruning is recommended to ensure good dense growth.

Soil: Well-drained soil
Conditions: Sunny position. Drought, frost and coastal hardy.
Size: Height 0.8-1.5m x width 0.8-1.5m