Natives

Gymea Lily is a stunning, architectural native with an upright, clumping growth habit and large sword-shaped leaves. The lily produces a spectacular 4m high deep-red flower head in spring. The flowers are rich in nectar, often visited by birds, bees and other insects. It is easy to maintain by simply cutting off the old flower heads and removing any dead or dying foliage in autumn. Use singularly as a feature in a pot or courtyard, but equally impressive mass planted commercially for impact.

Soil: Well-drained sand/loam 
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1.5m x width 1.5m when not in flower. Height 4m when flowering.

Ceratopetalum Red Red Red is a variety of the Christmas Bush. Red Red Red is an evergreen native shrub or small tree displaying vibrant, triple-leaved foliage appearing in hues of bronze-red when young, maturing into a soft green. In early summer, Red Red Red's lacy, cream-white flowers give way to showy, deep-red bracts. It can be used as an attractive screen or ornamental tree, providing flowers to cut for the festive season. Prune about 30% off straight after flowering for the best results. 

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Tolerant of coastal conditions, light frosts and dry spells.
Size: Height 5m x width 2m

Cherry Surprise is a naturally compact, extremely hardy lilly pilly with striking bright red new growth that contrasts superbly with the older green foliage. Small cream flowers appear in spring and summer. Perfect for hedging, screening or topiary. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape as a dense hedge, and fertilize with a slow-release fertilizer in late winter and early autumn.

Soil: Well-drained soil with added enrichment. Mulch well after planting and water well in dry weather.
Conditions: Full sun. Drought, light frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 1.5m.

An outstanding form of Acacia cognata, Fettucini shows off uniquely textured foliage. With extremely decorative rippled lime-green foliage throughout the year, this attractive Australian native is extremely versatile. The bright foliage will make this an absolute standout wherever it is used, and the softly cascading growth habit means this stunning shrub looks equally good as a specimen plant, feature pot or informal hedging. Like all wattles, the attractive flowers appear in late winter - attracting bees and other wildlife to the garden.

Soil: Best grown in fertile, well-drained soils
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Light frost tolerance once established.
Size: Height 0.75m x width 1.2m