Exotics & Ornamentals

Taxus baccata, commonly known as English Yew or Common Yew, is a long-lived evergreen conifer admired for its dense, dark green foliage and classic conical shape. Native to Europe, southwestern Asia and northern Africa, it features soft, flat needles that remain attractive year-round, with fresh growth emerging a lighter green in spring. Male plants produce small scaly cones, while female plants develop striking scarlet berries that add ornamental appeal. Highly valued for formal hedging and topiary, English Yew responds exceptionally well to clipping and shaping, making it ideal for structured gardens, parterre designs, privacy screens and traditional landscapes. Although slow-growing, its longevity and refined appearance make it a worthwhile investment in the garden. Prune regularly to maintain a neat, compact form.

Note: All parts of the plant, particularly the seeds and foliage, are highly toxic to humans and animals including dogs, cats and horses.

Soil: Will tolerate most soils but likes a well-drained loam.
Conditions: Comfortable in any position in the garden. Once established will put up with harsh conditions, including drought.
Size: Height 15-20m x width 12-15m width

Coast Redwood, also known as the Californian Redwood, is a magnificent evergreen conifer renowned as the tallest tree species in the world, reaching over 100 metres in its native habitat. In Australian gardens and landscapes, it typically grows to around 30 metres, developing a tall, elegant form with a strong central trunk and gently weeping branches clothed in soft, feathery deep-green foliage. Faster-growing and more slender than the Giant Redwood, Coast Redwood combines impressive height with graceful beauty, making it a striking feature tree for large gardens, parks, avenues, and rural properties. As a monoecious species, it produces both pollen and seed cones on the same tree. Given its eventual size, Coast Redwoods should be planted 8–10 metres apart and allowed plenty of room to develop. It is also highly valued by bonsai enthusiasts, where its fine foliage and vigorous growth can be shaped into stunning miniature specimens. 

Soil: Heavy, moist soils and will tolerate waterlogged clay soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Tolerates humidity and coastal conditions.
Size: Height 30m x width 20m

The Pyrus Edgedell Edgewood Ornamental Pear is a standout choice for adding year-round structure and seasonal beauty to landscapes. Renowned for its tidy, conical to pyramidal form, this hardy and durable tree suits a wide range of settings—from home gardens to streetscapes and public plantings. In spring, it delivers a brilliant display of crisp white blossoms that create a soft, cloud-like effect along its branches. As the seasons shift, mid-green foliage provides a fresh summer canopy before transforming into rich tones of red and purple in autumn, offering a striking seasonal finale. Compact in size compared to larger pears, Edgedell Edgewood is particularly valued as a feature tree where space is limited. Its neat shape and resilience make it a reliable option for parks, car parks, and urban environments where both form and toughness are essential.

Soil: Tolerant of most soil types, including heavy and poor soils.
Conditions: Full sun. Coastal, pollution and frost tolerant.
Size: Height 8m x width 6m

The Raspberry Spear Crab Apple is an exceptional small ornamental tree, delivering stunning seasonal displays and a narrow, upright form perfect for modern landscapes. In spring, masses of deep pink buds open to reveal bright magenta-pink flowers, followed by small maroon-red crab apples that attract birds. The lush deep green summer foliage transitions to royal purple and bronze tones in autumn, providing a long-lasting visual spectacle. Highly disease resistant, especially against powdery mildew, ‘Raspberry Spear’ is a robust and reliable choice for avenue plantings, screening, or as a striking feature tree.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Adaptable to most climates. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 5m x width 2.5m