Hedges

Characterised by evergreen, slender-leaved foliage, Banksia spinulosa displays large cylindrical flower spikes in tones of orange to red from autumn through winter. The banksia is best suited for coastal gardens, wildlife gardens( birds adore these plants and are kept busy for ages) hedges and screens.

Soil: Humus-rich, well-drained soils preferred - it will grow in sandy soils.
Conditions: Sunny position. Frost, drought and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 2m x width 1-1.5m

It's so pretty, it almost seems impossible that Hydrangea macrophylla Mars exists! Each floret on the full mophead blooms is lushly saturated with deep pink or purple-blue, outlined by a white edge that makes it look like something out of a fairytale. The foliage is very dark green and deeply ribbed, completing the picture-perfect look. A classic choice for including in gardens and landscaping, Mars also makes a nice choice for low hedges and containers. 

Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil. The soil must be alkaline to produce continuous pink flowers, and acidic to produce blue. To increase alkalinity, add garden lime.
Conditions: Hydrangeas do not like hot, direct sunlight so plant with morning sunlight and partial shade in the later parts of the day. Frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 0.60-1m

Sterling Silver is a striking, spring-flowering acacia - a dwarf shrub form of the Coastal Myall Wattle. The broad silver leaves are a definite highlight making it an excellent foliage contrast to the bright yellow blooms in early spring. The acacia will become a sprawling shrub and it will respond well to a light prune to keep it from getting too leggy. Plant it on the edge of a raised bed or use it as a low hedge. Fertilise every six months with a slow-release Australian Native feed for best results.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Wind, drought and coastal hardy. Light frost tolerance.
Size: Height 1.5-2m x width 2-3m

Sweet Burst™ Callistemon is a semi-compact, fine-leaf bottlebrush that produces a profusion of soft pastel-pink flowers in spring. The delicate bottlebrush blooms create a stunning seasonal display and contrast beautifully with the plant’s fine green foliage. Its naturally compact habit makes it a versatile choice for many garden settings, easily fitting into small or large spaces. Perfect for garden beds, borders, informal hedging, or mass planting, Sweet Burst™ delivers a beautiful wash of pastel pink when planted in groups. Like many bottlebrush varieties, it is highly attractive to nectar-feeding wildlife. 

Soil: Suits most soil types. 
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Tolerates some drought and light frost once established.
Size: Height 0.9-1.2m x width 0.9-1.2m

Leucadendron salignum Red Devil is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its striking red foliage and vibrant floral bracts. Its eye-catching red bracts appear in autumn and winter, providing stunning colour when many other plants are dormant. The fine, narrow leaves take on warm red and bronze tones year-round, adding to its cheerful display. Red Devil is perfect for feature planting, borders, low hedging, and container growing. It is also ideal for cut flowers, making it a popular choice for florists.

Soil: Suitable for a variety of soil types but must be well drained.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost, drought and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1-1.5m x width 1-1.2m

Grevillea Gold Touch is a gloriously sunny shrub with showy clusters of spider-like golden yellow flowers from autumn to spring. A sturdy and dense native shrub with fine needle-like foliage, Gold Touch responds well to pruning and makes an ideal hedge or border. As with all grevilleas, Gold Touch is a bird, bee and butterfly magnet.

Soil: Well-drained soil. If you're planting directly into the garden, mix in some low-phosphorus fertiliser such as blood and bone
Conditions: Full sun. Drought and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1m x width 1-1.5m

Elaeocarpus reticulatus Prima Donna is an elegant native rainforest tree admired for its refined appearance and versatile use in the landscape. In spring, it produces an abundance of delicately fringed, soft pink flowers that resemble miniature petticoats, emitting a subtle, sweet fragrance. These blossoms are followed by ornamental blue berries, which provide seasonal interest and attract seed-eating birds. Highly adaptable and fast-growing, Prima Donna performs well in a variety of settings, making it ideal for screening, hedging, avenue planting, or as a standalone feature tree. Its evergreen foliage and graceful structure offer year-round appeal.

Soil: Prefers well-drained soil enriched with organic matter; avoid waterlogged conditions.
Conditions: Thrives in full sun. Best suited to warmer regions; protect from frost in cooler climates.
Size: Height 4–7m in height and up to 3m in width

Leptospermum nanum rubrum is a bright and compact native shrub with dramatic deep maroon foliage and abundant tiny hot pink flowers in winter and spring. This lovely tea tree is ideal for native gardens, foreground/feature planting, container planting and as a hedge. Prune after flowering to promote dense growth habit.

Soil: Tolerates heavy or seasonally waterlogged soils.
Conditions: Plant in full sun to part shade. Tolerates light frost, and short dry spells.
Size: Height 1m x width 1m