Shrubs

A medium-sized shrub native to north Queensland and Papua New Guinea, Tucker Bush - Antidesma Wild Currant produces ornamental displays of tasty berries growing in grape-like clusters. Tart and cranberry-like when young, maturing into a sweet dark fruit when ripe, the berries ripen unevenly along the stems meaning a long and fruitful harvest season can be enjoyed. Berries can be enjoyed raw or used in jams and jellies, sauces and syrups where their sweet and tart flavours go well with other fruits. Plants can be used as informal hedging where the dark green glossy leaves and compact growth habit make it an attractive feature.

Soil: Rich, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Preferring a warmer climate, Wild Currants will grow in cooler climates but plants may not really thrive and produce as well as they could. Protect from frost.
Size: Height 2-4m x width 2m

Lechenaultia Blue Ruffles is a captivating perennial plant native to Western Australia. This beautiful variety showcases ruffled and lobed blue flowers that appear abundantly, creating a delicate and elegant display. Its low-growing and compact habit makes it a popular choice for rockeries, borders, or as a charming addition to any garden or landscape. As it is a WA native, it needs excellent drainage in sandy, gritty soil or it won't thrive. Blue Ruffles is tolerant of a hard prune after flowering.

Soil: Sandy, well-drained soil
Conditions: Full sun, afternoon sun, and partial shade. Drought, heat, and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 0.40m x width 0.40m

An evergreen edible hedging plant, the Strawberry Guava tree has aromatic foliage and delicious fruit following large white flowers in autumn. The fruit will turn red to purple when ready for harvest, and the fruit ripens sequentially, so harvesting every three days is a good regime. The strawberry guava does not keep well, and once ripe, the fruit will need to be eaten or processed within three to four days. Fertilise in late winter, adding some sulphate of potash to improve flowering and fruiting.

Soil: Adapts to a variety of soils.
Conditions: Sunny, sheltered position. Suited to warmer climates. Frost tender. Drought and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 2-4m x width 2-4m

Camellia Setsugekka is one of the most popular and widely grown sasanqua camellias, admired for its magnificent white flowers, elegantly wavy petals, and glossy green foliage. Flowering from late summer through to early winter, it brings a long-lasting display of colour and beauty to the garden at a time when many other plants are beginning to slow down. The large, semi-double blooms are highlighted by prominent golden stamens, creating a striking contrast against the deep green foliage.  A hardy and relatively fast-growing variety, Setsugekka develops into a dense evergreen shrub that can also be trained into a small tree over time. It is particularly valued for its tolerance of sunny positions, making it more versatile than many other camellias. Its upright growth habit makes it ideal for hedging, screening, espalier work, feature planting, and large containers.

Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil. A potting mix rich with peat moss or humus is ideal when added at the time of planting.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought and coastal hardy. Moderate frost tolerance.
Size: Height 3m x width 3m

Camellia High Fragrance has large, light ivory pink, semi-double flowers and an alluring fragrance. Adding to the romance, the petals have a deep pink shading on the outer edges. Flowers are more like sasanqua camellias being big and loose, randomly ruffled rather than neat. Be assured that every winter and spring this camellia will delight the senses with its beauty and become part of your gardening tradition. High Fragrance is ideal for mass planting as a perfumed hedge or screen.

Soil: Plant in a free-draining soil that is medium to acidic pH, rich in organic matter.  A potting mix rich in humus is ideal, added at the time of planting. It is recommended to create a mound to plant High Fragrance if your garden has clay soils.
Conditions: Sunny or partly shaded position with morning or afternoon sun. It can be grown throughout Australia and is tolerant of both heat and light frost, but may need protection in extreme situations, especially when young. Shelter from strong winds.
Size: Height 3m x width 2m

Banksia Red Beacon is a striking Australian native shrub or small tree renowned for its spectacular deep red flower spikes that create a brilliant display against the bright green, narrow foliage. Flowering generously over the cooler months, the vivid blooms are rich in nectar and highly attractive to native birds, bees and other beneficial pollinators, bringing colour and wildlife into the garden. With a naturally dense and upright growth habit, Banksia Red Beacon is an excellent choice for hedging, screening, windbreaks or as a feature specimen in native and coastal landscapes. Low maintenance, hardy and visually impressive, Banksia Red Beacon is a standout addition to gardens seeking year-round structure and vibrant seasonal colour.

Soil: Suited to a wide range of soils including seasonally wet soils provided they are well drained.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought, light frost and coastal tolerant
Size: Height 3-5m x width 2m

Big, bold, and bursting with personality, this grafted Grevillea truly lives up to its Goliath name. Its enormous red, toothbrush-style flowers steal the show, glowing against fine, soft-looking foliage that adds a gentle contrast. Tough and easygoing thanks to its grafted roots, Goliath is built for resilience while still delivering serious wow-factor. Native bees and honeyeaters can’t get enough of those nectar-rich blooms, turning your garden into a lively, fluttering hotspot. Give it a haircut? No problem. Goliath takes to hard pruning like a champ, bouncing back with fresh, dense growth that keeps it looking full and fabulous. Whether you’re after a vibrant screen, a feature plant, or just a year-round splash of fiery red, this Grevillea has you covered.

Soil: Prefers sandy, free-draining soil.
Conditions: Full or partial sun. Drought, light frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 3m x width 3m

Introducing Bicolour Dietes! This hardy and striking plant, commonly known as the African Iris, showcases stunning bicoloured flowers with creamy yellow petals accented by bold purple and maroon markings, making it a standout addition to any garden. Known for its graceful, sword-like foliage, the Bicolour Dietes blooms prolifically in spring and summer, with occasional flowers appearing year-round in mild climates. This clump-forming perennial is perfect for borders, mass plantings, or as a low-maintenance feature in your garden.

Soil: Adapts well to most well-drained soils.
Conditions: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Tolerates drought and light frost.
Growth / Size: Forms clumps approximately 60-90cm high and 50-70cm wide.