Native Trees

Hymenosporum flavum – Gold Halo

Common Name: Gold Halo or Golden Penda Hymenosporum flavum ‘Gold Halo’ is a unique evergreen tree known for its eye-catching leaves and aromatic flowers. As a variant of the native Hymenosporum flavum from Australia, Gold Halo boasts glossy, variegated leaves in a golden-yellow shade that creates a stunning halo effect. In the spring and early […]

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Eucalyptus citriodora

Common Name: Lemon Eucalyptus   Eucalyptus citriodora, also known as Lemon Eucalyptus, is a tree native to Australia with a distinctive lemon fragrance. Its essential oil is used in various applications, including aromatherapy, perfumes, and insect repellents. It is drought-tolerant and can adapt to various soil types, making it a popular choice for landscaping purposes. However,

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Correa – Winter Glow

Common Name: Australian Fuchsia Correa ‘Winter Glow’ is a cultivar of the Correa genus, commonly known as Australian Fuchsia. This cultivar is appreciated for its ornamental qualities, including colorful tubular flowers and attractive foliage.  It can reach a height of about 0.9 to 1.5 metres with a similar spread. Correa ‘Winter Glow’ prefers a position in full

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Correa – Little Cate

Common Name: Native fuchsia A small shrub 0.5 metre high by 1 metre across. ‘Little Cate’ is covered in pink bell shaped flowers from late summer to winter. Plants prefer well drained sunny sites but will also grow well in shade.

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Correa Baeuerlenii – Chefs Cap

Common Name: Chefs Cap Correa baeuerlenii, commonly known as “Chef’s Cap” or “Australian Fuchsia,” is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. This attractive plant is known for its unique tubular flowers, which have earned it the nickname “Chef’s Cap” due to the resemblance of its blossoms to a chef’s hat. This shrub has a compact and

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Brachychiton Acerifolius

Common Name: Illawarra Flame Tree Sun Requirements: Brachychiton acerifolius thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers a location with direct sunlight for several hours each day, especially during the growing season. Soil: Plant Brachychiton acerifolius in well-draining soil with good aeration. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, including sandy, loamy,

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Correa Alba

Common Name: White correa Correa alba, commonly known as the White Correa or White Australian Fuchsia, is a shrub native to southeastern Australia. It belongs to the family Rutaceae and is appreciated for its attractive foliage and tubular flowers. This shrub has a dense and bushy growth habit, reaching a height of about 0.9 to 1.8

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