Natives

Grevillea Pink Profusion, bred by Kings Park and Botanic Gardens, dazzles with its abundance of soft pink flowers, forming a breathtaking spectacle that irresistibly attracts native birds. This cultivar, carefully cultivated for its adaptability to our environment, showcases a naturally compact growth habit, making it an ideal choice for various landscaping applications. Whether used as a border along paths, fence lines, or driveways, or as a striking feature in beds, Pink Profusion never fails to captivate the eye. Its versatility extends to mass plantings, turning parks and gardens into vibrant displays of colour. Despite its stunning appearance, Pink Profusion requires minimal maintenance; occasional watering during dry periods and light pruning to maintain shape are all it needs to flourish.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part-shade. Drought, light frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: 1.5m height x 1.5m width.

Closely related to callistemon, Kunzea Persian Pink is a handsome evergreen shrub prized for its masses of soft pink, bottlebrush-style blooms. Flowering generously, the fluffy blossoms create a delicate yet vibrant display that brightens the garden while providing valuable nectar for birds, beneficial insects and small mammals. With its naturally compact and dense growth habit, Persian Pink is ideal for screening and privacy planting. It responds well to pruning, making it perfect for shaping into a neat native hedge or maintaining as a tidy feature shrub. The fine foliage remains attractive year-round, adding texture and colour even when not in bloom. Light pruning after flowering will help maintain its shape and encourage even denser growth, ensuring a beautiful display season after season.

Soil: Sandy, well-drained soils.
Conditions: Full sun. Frost, and coastal tolerant, copes with wind and rain; reasonably tolerant to humidity.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 1-2m

Banksia Coastal Cushion is a quick-growing, dense, low-growing banksia that flowers prolifically throughout autumn and winter, bringing vibrant colour to the garden when many other plants are slowing down. It naturally forms a wide, ground-hugging mound, making it an excellent choice for covering bare areas, softening edges, or cascading gently over retaining walls. With light pruning, it develops an even tighter, more compact habit, enhancing its neat, cushion-like appearance. The striking golden flower spikes are highlighted by contrasting brown stamens, creating a rich and textured display. These blooms are not only beautiful in the garden but are also ideal for cut flower arrangements. Highly attractive to birds, bees and butterflies, Coastal Cushion supports local wildlife while providing long-lasting seasonal interest in coastal and inland gardens alike.

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types. 
Conditions: Sun or part shade. Coastal, frost and drought tolerant.
Size: Height 0.8m x width 0.5m

Big Red is a magnificent kangaroo paw that makes a bold architectural statement in the garden. Strappy green leaves grow to around 250mm long, forming a neat clump at the base, while impressive flower spikes can soar up to 2 metres tall, creating dramatic vertical impact. The clusters of vivid tomato-red flowers, each up to 40mm long, are carried high above the foliage and provide a spectacular display from late spring through to mid-summer. The velvety blooms are rich in nectar, making them highly attractive to nectar-feeding birds and a wonderful addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. For best results, plant in a sunny position with well-drained soil. An annual application of a low-phosphorus Australian native fertiliser after flowering will support healthy growth and strong flowering. Remove spent flower spikes and any dead foliage regularly to keep the plant tidy and encourage continued vigour.

Soil: Well-drained soil
Conditions: Full sun. Drought and coastal hardy. Light frost tolerance.
Size: Height 2m x width 1m

Isopogon Dazzler showcases magnificent, large mauve-pink blooms, igniting the garden with a prolonged flowering spectacle from late winter to spring. Its naturally compact form demands minimal maintenance, making it an ideal choice for both novice and seasoned gardeners. This Australian native is a standout in wildlife landscapes and floral arrangements, boasting long-lasting cut flowers. With its drought tolerance and frost hardiness, Dazzler thrives in diverse climates, including higher altitude gardens.

Soil: Well-draining soil, preferably Australian native potting mix.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Moderately drought tolerant; frost hardy; suitable for higher altitude gardens.
Size: Height 1.5m x width 2m