Garden

Camellia Sasanqua Assorted

Common Name: Camellia With flowers from late summer to winter, sasanqua camellias make a long impact on the garden. Their flowers, which may be white, pink or red and range from single to double, are also attractive to nectar-eating birds including parrots and to beneficial insects. Most sasanquas are also lightly perfumed and can be

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Nijisseiki – Asian Pear

The Nijisseiki, aka the 20th Century or Shinseiki Pear, is a popular, delicious Asian pear originating from Japan. It has a smooth, yellow-brown skin, sweet flavor, and refreshing crisp texture. The tree is ornamental with silver-gray bark and white blossoms, and is an ideal option for home orchards due to its hardiness and productivity. Proper

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Prostanthera spp.

Common Name: Mint Bushes Prostanthera spp. or Mint Bushes, are aromatic evergreen shrubs native to Australia. They have fragrant leaves, showy tubular flowers, and a compact growth habit, making them popular in gardens, borders, and containers. Their uses include ornamental planting and as an aromatic herb for culinary purposes.

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Bougainvillea Bambino

Common Name: Dwarf Bougainvillea Sun Requirements: Bougainvillea ‘Bambino’ thrives in full sun. It requires a location with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day to produce abundant blooms. Soil: Plant Bougainvillea ‘Bambino’ in well-draining soil with good aeration. A sandy loam soil enriched with organic matter works well. Ensure the soil is

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Baloskion Tetraphyllum Green Wedge syn Restio

Common Name: Tassel rope-rush/ Plume rush and Australian reed Sun Requirements: Baloskion tetraphyllum ‘Green Wedge’ thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers a location with good sunlight exposure but can tolerate some shade, particularly in hot climates. Soil: Plant Baloskion tetraphyllum ‘Green Wedge’ in well-draining soil with good moisture retention. It prefers soil

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Backhousia Enata

Common Name: Lemon Ironwood/ Lemon-scented Myrtle/ Sweet Verbena Tree Description: Backhousia enata is a flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae, native to Northeastern Queensland. It is a multi-stemmed large shrub or tree with rough grey-brown bark on the main trunk. The leaves are glossy and can have a strong aroma described as a menthol smell. It

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