Evergreen Plants

Isopogon cuneatus is an attractive, hardy upright native shrub with leathery dark green mature foliage with copper tones on newer leaves. It has an abundance of spectacular, drumstick-like pink coneflowers appearing from spring through to late summer. The flowers are followed by large globular seed heads which remain on the plant - giving it a decorative appearance even when not in bloom. It works well when used in informal hedging, mass plantings, specimen plants in gardens or pots and as cut flowers

Soil: Well-drained soil
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Coast, drought and frost hardy
Size: Height 1.2m x width 1m

A pretty evergreen shrub that displays clusters of beautiful vibrant pink spider flowers that bloom all year round, Lana Maree is a quick-growing and hardy grevillea Attractive to birds and insects, Lana Marie can be pruned to encourage a bushier habit and more flowers. This fine-leafed variety is ideal for hedging, windbreaks, native landscaping and feature planting.

Soil: Most well-drained soils including loam and sandy loam soils.
Conditions: Full sun. Drought, wind, salt, coastal and frost tolerant.
Size: Height 1-1.5m x width 1m

Hibiscus tiliaceus Rubra syn Talipariti, commonly known as the Red Cotton Tree, is a striking hibiscus with large maroon-green foliage and bright yellow flowers that occasionally appear coral. It forms a low, broad crown that provides excellent shade and creates a bold tropical look in the garden. It is a versatile plant that can be grown as a feature tree, informal hedge or screening plant. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and fertilise in spring to encourage healthy growth and vibrant foliage. Regular trimming will keep it neat as a hedge, or it can be left to grow naturally as an attractive spreading tree.

Soil: Tolerates most soil types including clay and salt.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Wind, drought and coastal hardy. Protect from frost.
Size: Height 3-5m x width 3.5m

Leptospermum The Lavender Queen is a compact, evergreen Australian native prized for its fast growth, hardy nature, and graceful weeping habit. Its arching red-toned branches are clothed in rounded green foliage, creating a soft cascading effect throughout the garden. In spring, the plant becomes covered in masses of delicate lilac-pink flowers that add long-lasting seasonal colour and attract pollinators. Highly versatile in the landscape, The Lavender Queen is ideal for informal hedging, coastal gardens, screening and windbreaks, or as a contrasting feature plant in mixed garden beds. Low maintenance and reliable, this hardy shrub responds well to occasional light pruning, which helps maintain a dense, tidy shape and encourages fresh new growth.

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Sunny position. Drought, frost, salt and coastal hardy.
Size: Height 1.5m x width 1m