All Trees

Buckinghamia celsissima, or the Ivory Curl Tree, is an ornamental native tree with dark glossy leaves. An abundance of racemes of creamy white, sweetly scented saccate flowers clustered at the ends of the branches appear in autumn. It makes a stunning feature plant, suited to street planting and large gardens. Prune as desired to promote dense growth and flowering. Fertilise with a slow-release native fertiliser in spring.

Soil: Moist well-drained soils with added organic matter.
Conditions: Full sun to semi-shade. Originally from the tropical rainforests of eastern Queensland they are surprisingly adaptable and will grow in areas with light frosts, provided they are in a sheltered position.
Size: Height 30m in rainforest conditions (much shorter 5 - 10 metres in cooler climates and domestic settings) x 4m W.

Dawsons River Weeping Bottlebrush is a rounded shrub/small tree with long pendulous branches and soft grey/green slender leaves covered in long silky hairs. In springtime, it produces masses of the brightest scarlet bottle brush flowers up to 90mm long. It will spot-flower at other times of the year, and like most callistemon, the nectar-laden flowers attract birds to your garden. The Dawsons River Weeping Bottlebrush is a vigorous grower and makes a great feature specimen, especially around ponds or other water features but can also make an excellent screen/hedge. Responds to light pruning after flowering to keep compact. 

Soil: Tolerates a wide range of soils.
Conditions: Full sun. It doesn't like extended drought periods and will be at its best with regular weekly watering. Frost and coastal hardy.
Size: Height 5m x width 5m

Calodendrum capense, or Cape Chestnut, is a captivating small to medium-sized evergreen tree that adds elegance and charm to any landscape. From November to December, this tree showcases its beauty with spectacular flowers, which can either be pink or white, covering its crown. Despite its name, it is not related to chestnuts or horse chestnuts but belongs to the citrus family. Its smooth grey bark adds to its visual appeal, making it a standout feature in any garden. The Cape Chestnut is not only prized for its stunning flowers but also for its smooth grey bark, further enhancing its allure and making it a beloved choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and character in their outdoor spaces.

Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types.
Conditions: Prefers full sun to part shade; drought tolerant once established.
Size: Height 10m x width 6m