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Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale
Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale
Most loved for its fine, drooping, needle-like foliage, rusty-brown flowers, and its value as a hardy shelter, habitat, and coastal tree.
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Allocasuarina verticillata is sold as Drooping She Oak, an evergreen native tree with a soft weeping outline and very fine, grey-green jointed branchlets. The bark is dark and furrowed on older trunks. Female trees flower red through winter and set squat woody cones that stay on the branches into the following year.
This is a tough tree. It takes full sun, salt laden wind, drought, poor gravelly ground and light to moderate frost, and puts on 40 to 70 centimetres a year. Nodules on the roots convert atmospheric nitrogen, so it will establish on stripped or degraded soil where other trees struggle.
It is specified for shelterbelts, screening lines, dune stabilisation, habitat corridors and paddock shade. Growers also plant it near a patio for the sound of wind moving through the branchlets. Where a long lived, low input native tree is needed on difficult ground, this is a dependable choice.
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About Drooping She Oak
How tall does Drooping She Oak get?
It reaches 5 to 10 metres tall with a canopy spread of roughly 3 to 6 metres. Height depends heavily on soil depth and rainfall. Sheltered inland sites with deeper soil push it towards 10 metres, while exposed coastal and rocky positions usually hold it around 5 to 6 metres with a broader crown.
Is it drought tolerant?
Yes, strongly so. It is native to some of the driest, thinnest country in southern Australia and survives on natural rainfall once established. The fine branchlets have very little surface area to lose water through, and the roots go deep. Regular deep watering through the first two summers sets the tree up for that.
Is it suitable for coastal positions?
Yes. It is one of the standard trees for exposed coastal planting in southern Australia, holding up to salt wind and sandy soil. Growth is shorter and denser in those positions, which suits windbreak work. Avoid low ground where salt water sits, as it will not tolerate prolonged waterlogging.
Does it need sun or shade?
Full sun, without qualification. It is a pioneer species that colonises open ground and needs strong light to build a dense, well shaped crown. In shade the branchlets thin out, the weeping habit is lost and growth slows. Give it an open position clear of overhanging established canopies.
When does it flower?
Winter is the main flowering period. Female trees carry small red flower clusters along the branchlets, easy to miss at a distance but striking in low sun. Male trees produce rusty brown spikes at the tips. The woody cones that follow on female trees are the more obvious feature through the rest of the year.
Can it be used as a windbreak?
Yes, it is one of the better native windbreak trees. Plant in staggered double rows at 3 metres apart within the row for farm shelterbelts, or closer for a denser screen. The fine branchlets filter wind rather than blocking it, which reduces turbulence on the leeward side and gives better shelter overall.
How do I look after a Drooping She Oak?
Water deeply through the first two summers, then only during severe drought. Mulch well and keep it clear of the trunk. Avoid phosphorus rich fertilisers, which sheoaks do not need. Prune only to lift the lower canopy or remove damaged wood, and do that while the tree is still young.
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About Allocasuarina verticillata
Allocasuarina verticillata is sold as Drooping She Oak, an evergreen native tree with a soft weeping outline and very fine, grey-green jointed branchlets. The bark is dark and furrowed on older trunks. Female trees flower red through winter and set squat woody cones that stay on the branches into the following year.
This is a tough tree. It takes full sun, salt laden wind, drought, poor gravelly ground and light to moderate frost, and puts on 40 to 70 centimetres a year. Nodules on the roots convert atmospheric nitrogen, so it will establish on stripped or degraded soil where other trees struggle.
It is specified for shelterbelts, screening lines, dune stabilisation, habitat corridors and paddock shade. Growers also plant it near a patio for the sound of wind moving through the branchlets. Where a long lived, low input native tree is needed on difficult ground, this is a dependable choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Drooping She Oak
How tall does Drooping She Oak get?
It reaches 5 to 10 metres tall with a canopy spread of roughly 3 to 6 metres. Height depends heavily on soil depth and rainfall. Sheltered inland sites with deeper soil push it towards 10 metres, while exposed coastal and rocky positions usually hold it around 5 to 6 metres with a broader crown.
Is it drought tolerant?
Yes, strongly so. It is native to some of the driest, thinnest country in southern Australia and survives on natural rainfall once established. The fine branchlets have very little surface area to lose water through, and the roots go deep. Regular deep watering through the first two summers sets the tree up for that.
Is it suitable for coastal positions?
Yes. It is one of the standard trees for exposed coastal planting in southern Australia, holding up to salt wind and sandy soil. Growth is shorter and denser in those positions, which suits windbreak work. Avoid low ground where salt water sits, as it will not tolerate prolonged waterlogging.
Does it need sun or shade?
Full sun, without qualification. It is a pioneer species that colonises open ground and needs strong light to build a dense, well shaped crown. In shade the branchlets thin out, the weeping habit is lost and growth slows. Give it an open position clear of overhanging established canopies.
When does it flower?
Winter is the main flowering period. Female trees carry small red flower clusters along the branchlets, easy to miss at a distance but striking in low sun. Male trees produce rusty brown spikes at the tips. The woody cones that follow on female trees are the more obvious feature through the rest of the year.
Can it be used as a windbreak?
Yes, it is one of the better native windbreak trees. Plant in staggered double rows at 3 metres apart within the row for farm shelterbelts, or closer for a denser screen. The fine branchlets filter wind rather than blocking it, which reduces turbulence on the leeward side and gives better shelter overall.
How do I look after a Drooping She Oak?
Water deeply through the first two summers, then only during severe drought. Mulch well and keep it clear of the trunk. Avoid phosphorus rich fertilisers, which sheoaks do not need. Prune only to lift the lower canopy or remove damaged wood, and do that while the tree is still young.
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Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale
Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale is expected to grow 40cm to 70cm per year.
Long Term Care For Your Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale
Planting Your Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale works in an:
Is Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale Evergreen or Deciduous?
Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 5m to 10m
Mature Width: 3m to 6m
Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale is expected to grow 40cm to 70cm per year.
Growth Rate of Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale
Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale is expected to grow 40cm to 70cm per year.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale
Is Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale frost tolerant?
Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Does Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale Flower?
Allocasuarina verticillata produces small red to rust-coloured flowers from late winter into spring. Though subtle, the blooms sit along the fine, drooping branchlets and are followed by its distinctive woody cone-like fruit.
Does Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale flower?
Flowering Period:
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Red
Is Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale an Australian Native Tree?
Yes
Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale is Native to
What is the Wildlife Value of Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale ?
Its dense, weeping branchlets provide shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds, while its seed cones are an important food source for native parrots and other seed-eating species. The flowers also support native bees and beneficial insects, contributing to a robust and biodiverse ecosystem.
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Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Allocasuarina verticillata performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It can struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained ground unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then reduce watering as the tree matures and develops its characteristic high drought tolerance.
Is Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale Drought Tolerant?
Is Allocasuarina verticillata - Drooping She Oak - Sale Drought tolerant?
As a young tree it needs regular watering, but once established Allocasuarina verticillata develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in dry coastal and inland conditions and maintains its soft, drooping habit with minimal supplementary watering.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Allocasuarina verticillata is loved for its fine, drooping, needle-like foliage, rusty-brown flowers, and its value as a hardy shelter, habitat, and coastal tree.
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Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)
Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.
Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.
Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Enriched Planting Mix
What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?
It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.
What plants is it suitable for?
It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.
Is it safe for natives?
No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.
Is it certified organic?
Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.
How much do I need?
Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.
Can I use it in pots?
It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.
Does it need to be watered in?
Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.
Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)
Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)
Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.
Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.
Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Enriched Planting Mix
What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?
It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.
What plants is it suitable for?
It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.
Is it safe for natives?
No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.
Is it certified organic?
Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.
How much do I need?
Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.
Can I use it in pots?
It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.
Does it need to be watered in?
Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.
Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)
Ligularia reniformis
Ligularia reniformis
Ligularia reniformis carries enormous glossy kidney-shaped leaves that give a shaded garden the bold tropical texture usually only available in full sun. The Tractor Seat Plant is grown for foliage first, with tall stems of bright yellow daisy flowers through summer as a bonus.
Ligularia reniformis forms a clump 0.6 to 1 metre tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide, spreading slowly at 10 to 20 centimetres per year. That steady habit makes it reliable as a mass underplanting beneath established trees, an edging along a shaded path, or a single specimen in a large pot.
This is a full shade plant. It wants consistent moisture and protection from hot afternoon sun, which scorches the leaves, and it is frost sensitive, so in cold districts it needs a protected position. Given shade and water it is close to maintenance free.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Ligularia reniformis
How big does Ligularia reniformis grow?
It forms a clump 0.6 to 1 metre tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. The individual leaves can reach 40 centimetres across, which is where the bold texture comes from.
Why is it called the Tractor Seat Plant?
The common name comes from the large round kidney-shaped leaves, which resemble the seat of an old tractor. The botanical name reniformis means kidney-shaped.
Does Ligularia reniformis need shade?
Yes. It performs best in full shade and will scorch in hot afternoon sun. It is one of the most useful foliage plants available for genuinely dark positions.
When does it flower?
Tall stems of bright yellow daisy-like flowers rise well above the foliage through summer. The foliage remains the main feature for the rest of the year.
Is Ligularia reniformis frost tolerant?
No. It is frost sensitive and may be damaged by frost. In cold districts plant it in a protected position, or grow it in a pot that can be moved under cover.
How much water does it need?
It wants consistently moist soil and does not tolerate drying out. Mulch well and water regularly through summer, particularly in pots and under established trees where roots compete.
How far apart should I plant it for a mass planting?
Plant 0.8 to 1 metre apart for a continuous shaded groundcover mass. Closer spacing fills in faster but the clumps will crowd within a few seasons.
Ligularia reniformis
Buxus japonica Japanese Box Topiary Balls
Buxus japonica Japanese Box Topiary Balls
Buxus microphylla var. japonica, sold as Japanese Box, is a dense evergreen shrub clipped here into clean topiary balls. The small, rounded, mid green leaves sit tightly along short stems, so the surface holds a crisp edge after cutting. Growth is naturally compact, which is what allows the ball shape to hold between trims.
It grows in full sun to part shade and accepts most soils that drain, from sandy loam through to improved clay. Cool temperate, temperate and subtropical districts all suit it, and established plants handle light to moderate frost. Growth runs about 15 to 25 centimetres a year, slow enough that the shape stays where you put it.
Balls are used to edge beds and paths, mark an entry, sit either side of a doorway, or repeat down a courtyard to give a planting rhythm. They also underplant feature trees neatly. Because the form arrives already grown, a bed reads finished from the day it goes in rather than years later.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Japanese Box Topiary Balls
What is a Japanese Box topiary ball?
It is Buxus microphylla var. japonica grown on and clipped into a sphere. The plant does the same job as any box shrub, evergreen, small leaved and tolerant of cutting, but it arrives already shaped. Ball diameters run from around 30 centimetres up to large advanced specimens, and the shape is then held with two trims a year.
How big do Japanese Box topiary balls get?
The ball is held at whatever diameter it is clipped to, commonly 30 to 70 centimetres, with larger specimens available in bigger containers. In the ground, overall height sits close to the ball diameter. Left entirely unclipped the species would slowly reach roughly 1.5 to 2 metres tall and wide over many years.
How fast does Japanese Box grow?
About 15 to 25 centimetres a year, which is slow to moderate. That pace is an advantage in topiary because the outline drifts gradually rather than running away between cuts. Two trims a year, one in early spring and one in late summer, are usually enough to keep the surface tight and the profile even.
Does it need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest, tightest surface, which matters when the appeal of the plant is a clean clipped edge. In hot inland gardens some afternoon shade prevents leaf scorch and bronzing. Deep shade thins the growth out and the ball loses its crisp outline.
Is Japanese Box frost tolerant?
Yes. Established plants handle light to moderate frost without damage, which covers most temperate and cool temperate gardens including Canberra, Melbourne and the southern tablelands. Newly planted stock is more exposed, so water it well going into winter and mulch the root zone. Any frost burnt tips can simply be trimmed off in spring.
Can Japanese Box topiary balls grow in pots?
Yes, they are one of the better plants for a container. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single ball for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a quality potting mix, water once the top few centimetres dry out, and feed in spring and again in summer. Repot or refresh the mix every few years.
How do I care for Japanese Box topiary balls?
Trim twice a year with sharp shears, cutting lightly and often rather than hard. Feed in early spring with a slow release fertiliser and keep water up through summer. Mulch to about 50 millimetres, keeping it clear of the stem. Watch for box psyllid on soft new growth and treat early if the tips start to cup.
Buxus japonica Japanese Box Topiary Balls
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl'
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl'
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl' is one of the best compact evergreen shrubs available for low hedges and borders. The glossy dark green foliage forms a naturally tidy rounded mound, and clusters of soft white to pale pink flowers appear from late winter into spring, followed by small dark berries.
Oriental Pearl grows to just 1-1.5 metres tall and wide, holding a neat uniform shape with minimal pruning. The compact form makes it ideal for low clipped hedges, narrow borders, mass plantings, and container planting, particularly where space is limited and a formal finish is wanted.
Oriental Pearl thrives across most Australian climates in full sun to part shade, tolerating heat, coastal exposure, salt spray, light frost, and a wide range of well-drained soils. It is both drought tolerant and salt tolerant once established, making it a reliable low-maintenance choice for coastal and low-water gardens.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl'
How tall does Oriental Pearl Rhaphiolepis grow?
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl' grows to 1-1.5 metres tall and wide, forming a naturally compact dense mound.
How fast does Oriental Pearl grow?
Oriental Pearl has a moderate growth rate of 20-40cm per year once established.
Is Oriental Pearl good for low hedges?
Yes. Oriental Pearl is one of the best compact evergreen shrubs for low hedges, borders, and mass plantings, holding a tidy rounded form with minimal pruning.
When does Oriental Pearl flower?
Oriental Pearl produces clusters of soft white to pale pink flowers from late winter into spring, followed by small dark berries.
Is Oriental Pearl drought and salt tolerant?
Yes. Oriental Pearl is both drought tolerant and salt tolerant once established, making it well suited to coastal gardens and low-water landscapes.
How far apart should I plant Oriental Pearl for a low hedge?
Plant 50-70cm apart for a continuous low hedge, or 80cm-1 metre for a softer informal border.
Where does Oriental Pearl grow best in Australia?
Oriental Pearl thrives across most Australian climates in full sun to part shade, tolerating heat, coastal exposure, and a wide range of well-drained soils.
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl'
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen'
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen'
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen' carries small shimmering silver-green leaves on near-black stems, giving a light airy screen that moves in the wind rather than reading as a solid green wall. It is one of the most widely specified screening plants in Australian landscape design for exactly that reason.
'Silver Sheen' grows to 4 to 6 metres tall but only 1.5 to 2 metres wide at 30 to 60 centimetres per year, which makes it a genuine solution for narrow beds along fence lines and between buildings where height is needed but width is not available. Small cream flowers appear in spring and are lightly fragrant.
'Silver Sheen' grows in full sun to part shade and tolerates light to moderate frost once established, performing from subtropical Queensland through Sydney, Melbourne, Gippsland and Adelaide. It clips well, holds density under regular trimming, and is equally effective as a formal hedge or a loose screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen'
How tall does Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' grow?
'Silver Sheen' grows to 4 to 6 metres tall and only 1.5 to 2 metres wide, which makes it one of the best options for narrow screening where a tall hedge is needed in a shallow bed.
How fast does 'Silver Sheen' grow?
It grows at 30 to 60 centimetres per year once established, reaching a usable screening height within three to four years with regular water and feeding.
How narrow can I keep 'Silver Sheen'?
It naturally holds to 1.5 to 2 metres wide and can be trimmed to under a metre with regular clipping, which is why it is so often used in tight side-boundary positions.
How far apart should I plant 'Silver Sheen' for a hedge?
Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge. Closer spacing fills in faster but needs more trimming.
Is 'Silver Sheen' frost tolerant?
'Silver Sheen' handles light to moderate frost once established. Young plants benefit from protection through their first winter in colder inland districts.
Does 'Silver Sheen' grow in shade?
Yes. It performs in full sun through to part shade. In shadier positions growth is slightly more open, which suits a softer informal screen.
Where does 'Silver Sheen' grow best in Australia?
It performs from subtropical Queensland through Northern NSW, Sydney, the South Coast and tablelands, Melbourne and surrounds, the Western District, Gippsland and Adelaide.
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen'
Gardenia augusta ‘Magnifica’ – Magnifica Gardenia
Gardenia augusta ‘Magnifica’ – Magnifica Gardenia
Gardenia augusta 'Magnifica' is a compact evergreen flowering shrub valued for its large highly fragrant double white flowers and lush glossy dark green foliage. From late spring through summer it produces creamy-white blooms up to 10 cm across that perfume the surrounding garden, set against broad leathery leaves that hold their colour year-round.
It performs reliably in full sun to part shade with humus-rich, slightly acidic and free-draining soil. Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide, forming a dense rounded habit that responds well to light pruning after flowering. Gardenia 'Magnifica' is frost tolerant once established and benefits from regular feeding and watering through the warmer months to support strong flowering.
As a fragrant evergreen flowering shrub for cottage, formal, Japanese-inspired and low-maintenance gardens, in courtyards, entrance plantings, informal hedges and decorative pots near pathways, Gardenia augusta 'Magnifica' brings outstanding perfume, glossy foliage and reliable summer flowering to gardens where its scent can be appreciated up close.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Gardenia augusta 'Magnifica' Magnifica Gardenia
When does Gardenia 'Magnifica' flower?
Gardenia 'Magnifica' flowers from late spring through summer, producing large creamy-white double blooms up to 10 cm across. The flowers are intensely fragrant and the display lasts for several months, with light repeat flowering possible into autumn in warm conditions.
How big does Gardenia 'Magnifica' grow?
Mature plants reach approximately 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide, forming a dense rounded habit. Growth is moderate at 20 to 40 cm per year, and the plant can be lightly pruned to maintain a more compact size or shaped into a formal flowering hedge.
Where does Gardenia 'Magnifica' grow best?
Gardenia 'Magnifica' performs best in warm temperate to subtropical climates with full sun to part shade. It thrives across coastal NSW, Queensland, frost-free parts of Victoria and South Australia, and warm coastal areas. It prefers humus-rich slightly acidic soil and protection from harsh afternoon sun in hot inland areas.
Is Gardenia 'Magnifica' frost tolerant?
Gardenia 'Magnifica' is frost tolerant once established and handles light to moderate frost without damage. Young plants benefit from protection in their first winter through frost-prone areas, and severe inland frost should be avoided. Mature plants in established positions hold their foliage and form through cooler months.
Can Gardenia 'Magnifica' be grown in pots?
Yes. Gardenia 'Magnifica' is excellent in large decorative pots near entrances and courtyards where its perfume can be appreciated up close. Use a quality potting mix designed for acid-loving plants, water regularly through the warmer months, and feed with an acid-loving plant food in spring and summer.
How do I care for Gardenia 'Magnifica'?
Water regularly during the growing season to keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Feed with an acid-loving plant food in spring and again in mid-summer to support strong flowering. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense bushy growth, and mulch annually with an acidic mulch like pine bark.
Why are the leaves turning yellow?
Yellowing leaves on Gardenia 'Magnifica' usually indicate either iron deficiency in alkaline soil, overwatering, or seasonal cool weather. The most common cause is alkaline soil pH. Apply an iron chelate or soil acidifier, ensure drainage is excellent, and mulch with pine bark to maintain the acidic conditions Gardenias need to thrive.
Gardenia augusta ‘Magnifica’ – Magnifica Gardenia
Camellia sasanqua 'Setsugekka'
Camellia sasanqua 'Setsugekka'
Camellia sasanqua 'Setsugekka' is a tall evergreen shrub with large, single to semi double white flowers, the petals slightly ruffled around a centre of golden stamens. Bloom runs from late autumn into early winter. Foliage is small, glossy and dark green, carried densely on an upright, gently spreading frame.
It takes more sun than a japonica and will hold full sun in cooler districts, though part shade suits inland heat. Soil should be well drained and slightly acidic. Growth is 40 to 60 centimetres a year, to 2 to 4 metres tall and 1.5 to 2.5 metres wide. Light frost is tolerated.
This is the standard choice for a tall evergreen screen along a boundary or between neighbouring houses, and it clips readily into a formal hedge. It also stands alone as a feature, or fills a large pot at an entry. The height and density make it useful wherever fence line privacy is the brief.
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About Camellia sasanqua 'Setsugekka'
What is Camellia sasanqua 'Setsugekka'?
'Setsugekka' is a tall evergreen sasanqua camellia with large single to semi double white flowers, the petals slightly ruffled around a boss of golden stamens. It flowers from late autumn into early winter. Small glossy dark leaves are held densely on an upright, gently spreading shrub used widely for screening.
How big does 'Setsugekka' grow?
It reaches 2 to 4 metres tall and 1.5 to 2.5 metres wide, at a rate of roughly 40 to 60 centimetres a year. That upper height is what makes it a genuine screening plant rather than a border shrub. Regular trimming will hold it at any height above about 1.5 metres.
How far apart should I plant it for a hedge or screen?
Space plants 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge. Tighter spacing closes the gaps faster but increases competition for water and nutrients, so prepare a continuous trench rather than individual holes and keep irrigation even along the run.
When does it flower?
Flowering starts in late autumn and carries into early winter, roughly April through to June across most of southern Australia. Sasanquas flower ahead of japonicas, so this one fills the gap before the japonica season begins. Individual flowers drop cleanly from the plant rather than browning on the bush.
Does it need sun or shade?
It takes more sun than a japonica and will hold full sun in cooler and coastal districts. In hot inland gardens give it afternoon shade to protect the foliage. It also flowers acceptably in part shade, which makes it one of the more flexible screening plants for a boundary with mixed aspect.
Can it be grown in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single specimen for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining camellia and azalea mix, water regularly because containers dry out fast, and feed after flowering. Expect a smaller final size in a container than the same plant would reach in open ground.
How do I prune and care for it?
Trim once flowering finishes in early winter, taking the new growth back to shape. For a formal hedge, a second light trim in late summer keeps the face tidy. Feed with a camellia fertiliser after pruning, keep mulch over the shallow roots, and water deeply through summer dry spells.
Camellia sasanqua 'Setsugekka'
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
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Allocasuarina littoralis - Black She Oak
Allocasuarina littoralis - Black She Oak
Allocasuarina littoralis, the Black She Oak, is an upright native tree with fine, dark green branchlets that hang in soft weeping sprays. Dark furrowed bark sits beneath a narrow, open canopy. Female trees carry small red flowers in winter, followed by short woody cones that hold on the branches for months.
It handles full sun, poor sandy soil, salt wind and long dry spells, and copes with light to moderate frost once established. Growth runs around 40 to 70 centimetres a year. It grows through temperate and subtropical eastern Australia, and root nodules fix nitrogen, so extra feeding is rarely needed.
It is planted for windbreaks, screening, erosion control and revegetation, and as an avenue tree at about 3 metre spacing. Glossy black cockatoos feed on the cones. On rural blocks and council work it gives structure and habitat value with very little ongoing input.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Black She Oak
How big does Black She Oak grow?
Mature height is 5 to 8 metres with a spread of 3 to 5 metres, giving a fairly narrow upright shape. That makes it useful on suburban blocks where a taller native is wanted without a wide canopy. In exposed coastal or windy sites it often settles at the lower end of that range.
How fast does it grow?
It adds roughly 40 to 70 centimetres a year once the roots are away, which is moderate to quick for a native tree of this size. Growth is fastest in the first few years with regular water through the first two summers. On dry, shallow or very exposed sites it slows noticeably.
How far apart should I plant it for a screen?
For a dense informal screen, plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart. For a tighter formal hedge, 80 centimetres apart works well. For an avenue with a uniform soft-textured line, allow 3 metres between trees. Closer spacing fills in sooner but the trees stay narrower, so match the spacing to the height you want.
Is it drought tolerant?
Yes. Once established it holds up through long dry periods, which is why it is used on rural blocks and in revegetation work. The fine branchlets lose little moisture and the deep root system finds water well below the surface. Water through the first two summers to build that root system.
Is it suitable for coastal positions?
Yes. It occurs naturally in coastal country along the east coast and tolerates salt wind and sandy soil. Plant it behind the primary dune rather than in front of it, where constant salt spray would burn the branchlets. It works well as a first line windbreak for more tender plants further inland.
When does it flower?
Trees are either male or female. Female trees produce small red flowers through winter, followed by short woody cones that stay on the branches for months and feed glossy black cockatoos. Male trees carry rusty brown flower spikes at the branchlet tips. Seedling trees cannot be sexed until they first flower.
How do I care for Black She Oak?
Very little is needed. Water through the first two summers, mulch clear of the trunk and stake only on exposed sites. Skip the fertiliser, since root nodules supply their own nitrogen and phosphorus rich feeds can harm it. Remove lower limbs if you want a clear trunk, otherwise leave the tree alone.
Allocasuarina littoralis - Black She Oak
Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak
Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak
Allocasuarina torulosa carries fine weeping needle-like foliage that filters wind and light rather than blocking it, and turns rust-red across the canopy when the male flowers appear in winter and spring. The Forest Oak has a softness that no other screening tree of its size matches.
Allocasuarina torulosa grows to 12 to 20 metres tall and 6 to 8 metres wide at 50 to 80 centimetres per year, developing corky furrowed bark with age. It is used for tall screening, shelterbelts, riverbank stabilisation and shade on rural properties, and its litter forms a natural weed-suppressing mulch beneath.
This Australian native grows in full sun to part shade and tolerates light to moderate frost once established, along with poor soils and extended dry. Like all casuarinas it fixes nitrogen, which makes it valuable in revegetation and degraded-site planting.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Allocasuarina torulosa
How tall does Allocasuarina torulosa grow?
The Forest Oak grows to 12 to 20 metres tall and 6 to 8 metres wide. It is a substantial tree best suited to rural properties, parkland and larger gardens rather than small blocks.
What does the foliage look like?
Foliage is fine, needle-like and weeping, giving a soft feathery texture. It filters wind rather than blocking it, which reduces turbulence compared with a solid screen.
Why does the tree turn rust-red?
Male trees produce masses of tiny rust-red flowers through winter and spring, which colour the whole canopy. The effect lasts several weeks and is a distinctive feature of the species.
Is Allocasuarina torulosa an Australian native?
Yes. It is native to the east coast of Australia and is widely used in revegetation, riverbank stabilisation and shelterbelt planting as well as ornamentally.
How fast does the Forest Oak grow?
It grows at 50 to 80 centimetres per year once established, which is quick for a tree of its eventual size and hardiness.
Does anything grow underneath it?
The fallen needles form a dense mat that suppresses weeds and most understorey planting. This is useful for low-maintenance shelterbelts but worth planning around in a garden setting.
How far apart should I plant it for a windbreak?
Plant 3 to 4 metres apart for a shelterbelt or windbreak row, or 6 to 8 metres apart where each tree should develop a full canopy.
Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak
Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum
Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum
Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' / Watergum Trees is a dependable choice for structured feature and street tree planting in urban and coastal landscapes. Its compact, upright form with dense, glossy evergreen foliage and striking copper-bronze new growth creates year-round visual interest and clean architectural lines.
Growing 7-10 metres tall with a 4-5 metre spread, it thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates coastal exposure, urban pollution, and moderate drought. Its fragrant yellow flowers in late spring to summer add seasonal appeal.
For greater landscape impact, plant 'Luscious' with low-growing groundcovers or shade-tolerant shrubs beneath to enhance layered texture and biodiversity. Its tidy habit and pruning tolerance make it ideal for formal streetscapes, courtyards, or informal screening in medium to large gardens.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum
How tall does Luscious Watergum grow?
Luscious grows to 7-10 metres tall with a 4-5 metre spread, with a compact upright form.
How fast does Luscious grow?
Luscious has a moderate growth rate of 40-60cm per year once established.
Is Luscious suitable for street planting?
Yes. Luscious is widely used by Australian councils as a street tree thanks to its tolerance of urban pollution, coastal exposure, and tight pavement conditions.
Is Luscious an Australian native?
Yes. Tristaniopsis laurina is an Australian native, naturally found along watercourses on the east coast.
When does Luscious flower?
Fragrant yellow flowers appear in late spring to summer, typically November to January.
How far apart should I plant Luscious for a row or hedge?
Plant 1.5-2 metres apart for a continuous canopy or row, or 3-4 metres for individual feature trees.
Is Luscious frost tolerant?
Luscious handles light to moderate frost once established, which suits most temperate and coastal gardens along the east coast. Young trees are more sensitive, so protect them through their first winter or two in areas that get regular heavy frost. In cold inland districts, plant in a sheltered position with good drainage and mulch the root zone to keep soil temperatures steadier.
Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum
Waterhousea floribunda Weeping Lilly Pilly
Waterhousea floribunda Weeping Lilly Pilly
Waterhousea floribunda (Weeping Lilly Pilly) is a fast-growing, Australian native tree ideal for informal hedging, screening, and boundary planting. It features dense, weeping foliage with vibrant pink to wine-coloured new growth and a lush, cascading form that softens garden edges while providing year-round privacy and wind protection.
Reaching heights of up to 12 metres, it delivers effective noise reduction and visual screening, making it suitable for urban gardens, poolside planting, rural boundaries, and streetscapes. Its fluffy white flowers attract birds, bees, and beneficial insects, supporting local biodiversity. Tolerates a range of soils and thrives in full sun to part shade with adequate watering. Low maintenance and naturally tidy, it can be left unpruned or shaped as needed. Not drought or frost tolerant but highly resilient in temperate climates.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Waterhousea floribunda Weeping Lilly Pilly
How tall does Waterhousea floribunda grow?
Waterhousea reaches 8-12 metres tall in residential gardens, with a graceful cascading weeping habit. It can be kept lower with regular pruning.
How fast does Weeping Lilly Pilly grow?
Waterhousea is fast-growing, adding 50-80cm per year once established in suitable conditions.
Is Waterhousea suitable for hedging?
Yes. Waterhousea is excellent for tall informal hedges and privacy screens, particularly where a soft, weeping look is wanted. For tighter formal hedging, Syzygium varieties hold a cleaner shape.
Does Waterhousea tolerate frost?
Waterhousea has low frost tolerance and is best suited to temperate and subtropical Australian climates. Avoid in regions with regular heavy frosts.
How far apart should I plant Waterhousea for a hedge?
Plant 1-1.5 metres apart for a dense weeping screen, or 2 metres for a more open effect with airier gaps between trees.
Does Waterhousea attract birds?
Yes. The fluffy white summer flowers draw native birds, bees and pollinators, and the dense canopy provides shelter and nesting habitat.
Does Waterhousea have invasive roots?
Waterhousea has a fibrous, non-aggressive root system and is one of the more forgiving screening trees to plant near paving, pools and boundaries. It is still a large tree, so allow at least 2 to 3 metres from built structures and keep it away from drainage lines. Deep, less frequent watering encourages roots to go down rather than run along the surface.
Waterhousea floribunda Weeping Lilly Pilly
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