Natives

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Coastal, salt, wind, frost, and drought tolerant.
Size: In a garden, it can grow up to 4–6m tall and 3–4m wide, but regular pruning can help maintain a smaller, more compact size, particularly in pots or small spaces.

Acacia boormanii, or the Snowy River Wattle, is an attractive ornamental shrub with dense foliage and a rounded habit. In late winter and spring the scented yellow flower balls make a wonderful display among the dense soft foliage. The acacia is an excellent windbreak or screen and is popular for large gardens and public areas.

Soil: Prefers well-drained soils but will tolerate compacted clay soils
Conditions: Full sun to semi-shade. Drought, frost, wind and coastal hardy.
Size: Height 4m x width 3m

Smooth Davidson’s Plum is a medium-sized rainforest tree native to eastern Australia, prized for its soft, fleshy fruits rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Despite its rarity in the wild due to infertile seeds, it flourishes in cultivation. From November to February, it adorns itself with delicate pink blossoms, later yielding clusters of delectable purple berries, perfect for both culinary delights and winemaking. Fruiting extends from February to May, with some trees bearing fruit even until August in warmer regions. This tropical/subtropical beauty boasts glossy, red-to-green leaves and a slender silhouette - making it an excellent choice for a central feature or shade tree in gardens.

Soil: Thrives in moist, fertile soil; tolerant of poor soil conditions.
Conditions: Full sun or part shade. Protection required from harsh frosts and winds, especially when young.
Size: Height 4-8m x width 2-4m

Lomandra Echidna Grass is a clump-forming native grass with lush, narrow lime-green foliage. Masses of delicate cream flowers grow amongst the vibrant foliage. With its tufty appearance, Echidna Grass is ideal for massed planting as it gives outstanding coverage and will smother out weeds in time. Prune after flowering to promote dense growth habit and prolific blooms during the next flowering season.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Coastal, frost, humid and drought tolerant.
Size: Height 0.30-0.50cm x width 0.30m