Hedges

Acmena smithii Firescreen is an attractive, fast-growing native shrub/small tree. Firescreen has a dense growth habit and stunning glossy copper red new growth that fades to bronze. The lilly pilly foliage is complete down to ground level making this an ideal choice for a formal hedge and topiary. Perfect for hedges, screening and specimen planting.

Soil: Well-drained soil. Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established.
Conditions: Sunny position. Drought and frost-tolerant. Protect from wind and salt spray.
Size: Clip to 1-2m H x 1 m W for a dense manageable hedge, or allow to reach its natural height of approx 4 metres for privacy screening

Correa glabra Red is a hardy Australian native shrub that brings year-round appeal to the garden with its glossy dark green foliage and striking red, tubular flowers. Blooming through the cooler months—often from late winter into spring—the flowers are rich in nectar and irresistible to honeyeaters, making this plant a wonderful choice for adding colour and birdlife to your outdoor space. Its upright yet spreading habit gives it a naturally tidy look, perfect for using as a low hedge or for filling out smaller garden beds. With just occasional light pruning to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth, it’s an easy, reliable performer that offers both beauty and resilience in Australian gardens.

Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of soils.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost, drought and coastal hardy
Height: Size 1.5m x width 1.5m

Babingtonia virgata, also known as Slender Tea Tree, is a charming evergreen shrub native to Australia, prized for its fine, needle-like foliage and delicate white or pale pink star-shaped flowers. This compact, bushy shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and is perfect for use in hedges, borders, or coastal gardens. Flowering in late winter to early spring, Babingtonia virgata attracts pollinators, especially bees, making it an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Once established, this hardy plant is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, providing year-round greenery and seasonal floral beauty.

Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade. Drought-tolerant once established
Size: Height 1.5–3m x width 1–2m

Camellia Lemon Drop is a graceful evergreen shrub cherished for its charming, miniature anemone-form blooms. Each double flower is pure white with a soft wash of lemon at the centre, creating a delicate and luminous display from winter through spring. The refined blossoms are beautifully set against glossy, deep green foliage, enhancing the plant’s year-round appeal. Its dense growth and attractive foliage make it ideal for formal hedging, feature planting, or as a refined container specimen. Whether used in a classic or contemporary design, this variety brings quiet sophistication to any landscape.

Soil: Grow in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter and mulch well to retain moisture.
Conditions: Plant in a sunny or partly shaded position, preferring morning or afternoon sun. Provide shelter from strong winds and exposed sites. Frost tolerant.
Size: Height 2m x width 1.8m

Also known as Midgen Berry or Sand Berry, Austromyrtus dulcis Midyim Berry is one of the most delicious native bush tucker plants—often compared to the blueberry for its sweet, tangy flavour and speckled appearance. Once a favourite Aboriginal bushfood around Moreton Bay, this hardy shrub thrives naturally in sandy soils across heathland, open forest, and coastal scrub from NSW to QLD.
Small, starry white flowers appear in early summer, followed by masses of white berries dotted with purple specks from late summer into early autumn. The berries can be enjoyed fresh, or used in pies, jams, and preserves. Midyim Berry forms a dense evergreen shrub with new bronze to burgundy foliage maturing to rich green. It grows up to 2 m high but can easily be kept smaller, making it ideal for home gardens, edible hedges, and narrow borders. Hardy and low-maintenance, it is rarely troubled by pests or diseases, performing well in full sun to part shade.

Soil: Sandy soil - any well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade.
Size: Height 50-100cm x width 1m

If you’re looking for a plant that combines year-round beauty with a touch of romance, Inspiration Magnolia is a dream come true. This compact, evergreen magnolia hybrid produces masses of richly perfumed, creamy-white flowers brushed with soft pink or mauve. Blooming from late winter into spring, its starry blossoms glow against a backdrop of glossy, deep green foliage — a show that feels as magical as it is elegant. With its tidy, upright shape, Inspiration is perfect for smaller gardens or anywhere you’d like a little structure. Plant it as a fragrant hedge, a feature tree, or near pathways and outdoor seating, where you can enjoy both its perfume and its graceful flowers up close.

Soil: Well-drained fertile soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Just give it a little protection from harsh winds and late frosts, and water during dry spells.
Size: Height 3-4m x width 2-2.5m

Big, bold, and reminiscent of summer, Paradise Glow brings colour, warmth and texture to the winter garden. Masses of deep pink buds open to medium-sized, semi-double, white blooms with pink edges are displayed on an evergreen shrub from late autumn through the cooler months. This camellia japonica is perfect for screens, hedges, espaliers and large pots.

Soil: Slightly acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Sunny and semi-shaded positions. Paradise camellias will grow Australia-wide, they are tolerant of light frosts and heat. May need some protection in extreme conditions.
Size: Height 3-4m x width 3m

Camellia japonica Elegans Champagne harkens back to the Age of Elegance. A classic, late-flowering camellia, Elegans Champagne will delight with gently ruffled double white flowers with cream centres. Japonica camellias are ideal varieties for southern states as they are slightly more resilient to cold than the sasanqua kinds. With its dense, deep green foliage, Elegans Champagne is perfect for hedging, topiary, feature planting, and container planting. Like all camellias, Elegans Champagne can be pruned fairly hard if required.

Soil: Plant in well-drained soil prepared with mulch.
Conditions: Sunny or partly shaded position with morning or afternoon sun. Shelter from strong winds and exposed sites. Tolerates drought and frost once established.
Size: Height 2m x width 1.8m