Hedges

Duranta erecta Sheena’s Gold is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub prized for its brilliant golden-yellow foliage, which holds its colour beautifully throughout the year. With a dense, upright habit and naturally bushy form, it creates striking contrast and structure in any garden. In the warmer months, delicate clusters of pale lavender-blue flowers may appear, adding a soft and elegant seasonal highlight. Perfect for tropical, formal, or contemporary landscapes, Sheena’s Gold is highly versatile. It can be clipped into a tidy hedge, used for borders or mass plantings, shaped as a standard, featured in mixed garden beds, or grown in containers to provide a vibrant splash of colour around outdoor living areas.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Plant in full sun for best colour. Drought and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1.5-2m x width 1.5-2m

An elegant evergreen shrub, Camellia Jean May is a reliable performer admired for its abundance of soft shell-pink blooms. Flowering generously from autumn through winter, and often again in spring, this variety produces semi-double to double flowers with a delicate fragrance, beautifully set against semi-glossy dark green foliage. Hardy and versatile, Jean May is ideal for hedging, screening, or growing as a standout specimen in the garden. Its refined form and year-round structure make it perfect for cottage gardens, mixed borders, outdoor living areas, or as a lush backdrop to highlight smaller plants.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Partial shade. Plant in a sheltered spot to protect from hot sun and wind.
Size: Height 2m x width 1.5m

Cupressus macrocarpa Golden Halo is a beautiful bright yellow cypress capable of spreading more than two metres in the first ten years. Branches arch from the base and become horizontal, producing a low umbrella-shaped shrub of substantial structure. It bears large wrinkled cones with slightly coarse foliage that smells sour when bruised. Golden Halo can build up in height with age, so to maintain a low profile, it is essential to remove any upward growth. Fantastic for a hedge which trims to a smooth texture.

Soil: Well-drained moist soils of any type.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 2-4m

Melaleuca armillaris, or Bracelet Honey Myrtle, is a handsome, fast-growing evergreen for effortless structure and year-round appeal. This striking shrub or small tree features soft, dark green, needle-like foliage and masses of creamy white, cylindrical “puffball” blooms. The flower buds blush pink before opening to reveal soft, creamy-white brushes up to 7 cm long, creating a delightful contrast against the deep green leaves. As it matures, the bark develops rich texture and character, furrowing and peeling in the classic paperbark style that adds visual interest through the seasons. Its dense, upright growth makes it ideal for hedging, screening, or as a handsome stand-alone feature in the garden. Regular trimming keeps the foliage lush and vibrant and encourages fresh new growth.

Soil: Remarkably hardy, it thrives in almost any soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Wind/salt tolerant and frost tender.
Size: Height 6m x width 7m

A cold-hardy deciduous citrus shrub, Poncirus trifoliata Flying Dragon’ is as ornamental as it is practical. This distinctive dwarf form features curving, contorted stems and dramatic twisted thorns — making it ideal for use as a striking specimen plant or an impenetrable security hedge.
In spring, it bears small, lightly scented white blossoms, followed by fuzzy, orange-yellow fruit about the size of a ping pong ball. The fruit is filled with seeds and yields around 20% juice. Though the juice is sour, it makes an excellent flavouring, while the peel — bitter yet aromatic — is prized for marmalades and candied peel. Rich in natural pectin, it requires no added gelling agent for jellies. Even small trees can produce hundreds of fruit each season. Its trifoliate green leaves turn a brilliant orange in autumn before dropping to reveal the sculptural, twisted branches that make this tree so unique. The slow-growing Flying Dragon is ideal as a security barrier or privacy hedge, ornamental feature tree, bonsai subject or garden accent. Prune hard to maintain hedge height and density, or selectively prune to showcase its striking, contorted stems.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Cold tolerant as it will survive extended periods of snow. Heat and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 4m x width 3m

Hydrangea Tea Time™ Red is a compact, naturally neat shrub with a well-branched structure and sturdy stems. Throughout spring and summer, it produces abundant mophead blooms in striking shades of deep pink to red, forming medium clusters at the ends of branches and standing out beautifully against lush, deep green foliage. Flower colour varies with soil pH — in acid soils, the blooms of Tea Time Red take on mauve to purple tones, while in alkaline conditions they become bright pink to red. Use Hydrangea Blueing or Pinking fertiliser regularly to enhance or adjust the flower colour as desired.
Perfect for mass planting, hedging, or growing in containers. Also ideal for patios or as an indoor decorative feature. Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage strong new growth for even more blooms in the following season.

Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich soil. Requires soil to be kept moist.
Conditions: Prefers morning sun and afternoon shade, however, they do not do well in heavy shade. Frost tolerant when mature.
Size: Height 75cm x width 75cm

Syzygium australe Superior is a compact, fast-growing lilly pilly with neat, small leaves that start out coppery and turn a rich green as they mature. It naturally grows into a slender, conical shape if left untrimmed. In summer, you’ll see fluffy white flowers followed by pretty pink berries that birds love — and they’re edible too! Superior is perfect for hedges, screens, shaping, or even growing in a pot. Tip prune when young to help it fill out nicely, and give it a light trim a couple of times a year once it’s established. This variety is psyllid resistant, so no bumpy leaves to worry about. A great choice if you love ‘Resilience’, but want something a little different.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Tolerates most Australian climates.
Size: Height 3m x width 3m

Camellia japonica Opal Hearne is an exquisite evergreen shrub admired for its large, rose-pink, formal double blooms that appear from late winter through early spring. Each perfectly formed flower contrasts beautifully against the plant’s deep green, glossy foliage, creating a display of refined elegance. This cultivar is especially prized among camellia enthusiasts for its consistent flowering and symmetrical form, making it a standout in floral arrangements and exhibitions. Opal Hearne is perfectly suited to woodland gardens, shaded borders, or as a striking specimen feature. Its graceful structure and enduring beauty ensure year-round interest, bringing a touch of sophistication to any garden setting. Prune after flowering.

Soil: Rich, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Thrives in morning sunlight and partially shaded areas.
Size: Height 2-3m x width 1-2m