Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
Most loved for its smooth white trunk, fragrant lemon-scented foliage, and compact size compared to the standard Lemon Scented Gum.
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About this tree
About this tree
- Mature height
- 5m to 7m (approx.)
- Mature width
- 3m to 5m
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' is a dwarf form of the iconic Lemon Scented Gum, delivering the signature citrus fragrance of the species in a compact 5-7 metre form. The aromatic pale green foliage releases a strong, clean lemon scent when crushed or brushed against, and the airy white flower clusters in late summer attract bees, butterflies, and honeyeaters.
Scentuous reaches just 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide, compared to 25-35 metres for standard Corymbia citriodora, making it the only Lemon Scented Gum suited to suburban gardens, courtyards, patios, and small streetscapes. The compact size keeps the fragrance close to where it is enjoyed, and the smooth pale trunk adds quiet structural interest year-round.
Highly drought and heat tolerant once established, Scentuous performs reliably across NSW, QLD, VIC, SA and WA in full sun with well-drained soils. It is low maintenance, tolerates light frost once established, and is widely planted as a feature tree where the standard species would simply outgrow the space.
Scentuous or standard Lemon Scented Gum? Scentuous is a compact dwarf form reaching just 5-7m, suited to suburban gardens, small landscapes, and patio planting. The standard Corymbia citriodora grows 25-35m with a tall slender trunk and is better suited to acreage, parks, and large feature plantings. Both share the famous lemon fragrance.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
How tall does Scentuous Lemon Scented Gum grow?
Scentuous is a dwarf cultivar reaching 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide, compared to 25-35m for the standard Corymbia citriodora.
How fast does Scentuous grow?
Scentuous is fast-growing, adding 60cm to 1 metre per year once established.
Why is it called Lemon Scented Gum?
The leaves release a strong, pleasant lemon citrus fragrance when crushed or brushed against, thanks to high concentrations of citronellal in the foliage.
What is the difference between Scentuous and standard Lemon Scented Gum?
Scentuous is a compact dwarf form reaching 5-7m, suited to suburban gardens and small landscapes. Standard Corymbia citriodora grows 25-35m and is better suited to acreage, parks, and large feature plantings.
Is Scentuous drought tolerant?
Yes. Scentuous inherits the strong drought tolerance of Corymbia citriodora and performs well across most Australian climates once established.
Does Scentuous attract wildlife?
Yes. The white flowers produced through summer attract native bees, butterflies, honeyeaters, and lorikeets. The aromatic foliage is also believed to deter mosquitoes.
Where does Scentuous grow best in Australia?
Scentuous thrives across NSW, QLD, VIC, SA and WA. It tolerates light frost once established and prefers full sun with well-drained soils.
Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 5m to 7m (approx.)
- Mature width
- 3m to 5m
Pot sizes & dimensions
Pot sizes & dimensions
| Pot / bag size | Width | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 30cm Pot | 33cm | 30cm |
| 40cm/45L Pot | 44cm | 41.5cm |
| 50cm Pot / 70L Pot | 55cm | 41.8cm |
| 100L Bag | 50.6cm | 52.8cm |
| 150L Bag | 66cm | 55cm |
| 200L Bag | 71.5cm | 60.5cm |
| 300L Bag | 88cm | 63.8cm |
| 400L Bag | 99cm | 66cm |
| 500L Bag | 122cm | 66cm |
| 750L Bag | 134cm | 69cm |
| 1000L Bag | 146.3cm | 71.5cm |
| 2000L Bag | 176cm | 82.5cm |
General planting reference from our existing size guide. Actual containers can vary by supplier and batch; confirm exact dimensions if required.
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About Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous'
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' is a dwarf form of the iconic Lemon Scented Gum, delivering the signature citrus fragrance of the species in a compact 5-7 metre form. The aromatic pale green foliage releases a strong, clean lemon scent when crushed or brushed against, and the airy white flower clusters in late summer attract bees, butterflies, and honeyeaters.
Scentuous reaches just 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide, compared to 25-35 metres for standard Corymbia citriodora, making it the only Lemon Scented Gum suited to suburban gardens, courtyards, patios, and small streetscapes. The compact size keeps the fragrance close to where it is enjoyed, and the smooth pale trunk adds quiet structural interest year-round.
Highly drought and heat tolerant once established, Scentuous performs reliably across NSW, QLD, VIC, SA and WA in full sun with well-drained soils. It is low maintenance, tolerates light frost once established, and is widely planted as a feature tree where the standard species would simply outgrow the space.
Scentuous or standard Lemon Scented Gum? Scentuous is a compact dwarf form reaching just 5-7m, suited to suburban gardens, small landscapes, and patio planting. The standard Corymbia citriodora grows 25-35m with a tall slender trunk and is better suited to acreage, parks, and large feature plantings. Both share the famous lemon fragrance.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
How tall does Scentuous Lemon Scented Gum grow?
Scentuous is a dwarf cultivar reaching 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide, compared to 25-35m for the standard Corymbia citriodora.
How fast does Scentuous grow?
Scentuous is fast-growing, adding 60cm to 1 metre per year once established.
Why is it called Lemon Scented Gum?
The leaves release a strong, pleasant lemon citrus fragrance when crushed or brushed against, thanks to high concentrations of citronellal in the foliage.
What is the difference between Scentuous and standard Lemon Scented Gum?
Scentuous is a compact dwarf form reaching 5-7m, suited to suburban gardens and small landscapes. Standard Corymbia citriodora grows 25-35m and is better suited to acreage, parks, and large feature plantings.
Is Scentuous drought tolerant?
Yes. Scentuous inherits the strong drought tolerance of Corymbia citriodora and performs well across most Australian climates once established.
Does Scentuous attract wildlife?
Yes. The white flowers produced through summer attract native bees, butterflies, honeyeaters, and lorikeets. The aromatic foliage is also believed to deter mosquitoes.
Where does Scentuous grow best in Australia?
Scentuous thrives across NSW, QLD, VIC, SA and WA. It tolerates light frost once established and prefers full sun with well-drained soils.
- Foliage
Evergreen (foliage year round)
- Position
- Form
- Use
- Mature height
- 5m to 7m (approx.)
- Mature width
- 3m to 5m
Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum is expected to grow 60cm to 100cm per year (approx.).
Long Term Care For Your Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
Planting Your Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum works in an:
Is Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum Evergreen or Deciduous?
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 5m to 7m (approx.)
Mature Width: 3m to 5m
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum is expected to grow 60cm to 100cm per year (approx.).
Growth Rate of Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum is expected to grow 60cm to 100cm per year (approx.).
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
Is Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum frost tolerant?
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Does Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum Flower?
Corymbia citriodora ‘Scentuous’ produces clusters of small, creamy-white fluffy flowers from summer into early autumn. These soft blooms sit lightly along the branch tips and contrast beautifully with the smooth, pale bark and fine aromatic foliage.
Does Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
White
Is Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum an Australian Native Tree?
Yes
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum is Native to Derived from Corymbia citriodora, which is native to Queensland and northern New South Wales, where it grows naturally in open forests and woodlands.
What is the Wildlife Value of Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum ?
Its nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects, while the fine evergreen canopy provides shelter for small birds. The aromatic foliage and smooth trunk also support a diverse range of insects, adding to garden biodiversity.
How much Sunlight does Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum need?
Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Corymbia citriodora ‘Scentuous’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to increase drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then reduce watering as the tree matures and develops its hallmark high drought resilience.
Is Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum Drought Tolerant?
Is Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum Drought tolerant?
As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Corymbia ‘Scentuous’ develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and coastal environments and maintains its compact upright form with minimal supplementary watering.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall does Scentuous Lemon Scented Gum grow?
Scentuous is a dwarf cultivar reaching 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide, compared to 25-35m for the standard Corymbia citriodora.
How fast does Scentuous grow?
Scentuous is fast-growing, adding 60cm to 1 metre per year once established.
Why is it called Lemon Scented Gum?
The leaves release a strong, pleasant lemon citrus fragrance when crushed or brushed against, thanks to high concentrations of citronellal in the foliage.
What is the difference between Scentuous and standard Lemon Scented Gum?
Scentuous is a compact dwarf form reaching 5-7m, suited to suburban gardens and small landscapes. Standard Corymbia citriodora grows 25-35m and is better suited to acreage, parks, and large feature plantings.
Is Scentuous drought tolerant?
Yes. Scentuous inherits the strong drought tolerance of Corymbia citriodora and performs well across most Australian climates once established.
Does Scentuous attract wildlife?
Yes. The white flowers produced through summer attract native bees, butterflies, honeyeaters, and lorikeets. The aromatic foliage is also believed to deter mosquitoes.
Where does Scentuous grow best in Australia?
Scentuous thrives across NSW, QLD, VIC, SA and WA. It tolerates light frost once established and prefers full sun with well-drained soils.
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Approx. 1.0m – 1.9m
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Approx. 1.9m – 3.2m
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Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' is loved for its smooth white trunk, fragrant lemon-scented foliage, and compact size compared to the standard Lemon Scented Gum.
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Plant Your Corymbia citriodora 'Scentuous' Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum With:
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)
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'
Syzygium australe 'Straight & Narrow' Lilly Pilly
Syzygium australe 'Straight & Narrow' Lilly Pilly
Syzygium australe 'Straight and Narrow' (PBR SAN01) is a tightly columnar evergreen Lilly Pilly, designed for high-density hedging and narrow planting spaces. Its slim form, reaching 5-8m tall but only 1-1.5m wide, is perfect for modern gardens where space is limited but vertical structure is desired.
They look excellent when used as a striking vertical screen or boundary hedge, providing year-round greenery with rich mid to dark green foliage and attractive reddish-bronze new growth. Summer fluffy white flowers and bird-attracting edible berries add seasonal interest.
For a polished effect, plant in rows spaced 80cm to 1.2m apart and maintain with annual or biannual pruning to keep the clean, architectural shape. 'Straight and Narrow' thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts well to well-drained soils. Its psyllid resistance and tolerance to urban conditions make it a reliable, low-maintenance choice for compact and contemporary landscapes.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Syzygium australe 'Straight & Narrow' Lilly Pilly
How tall does Straight & Narrow grow?
Straight & Narrow grows to 5-8 metres tall but only 1-1.5 metres wide, making it one of the narrowest lilly pilly cultivars available.
How wide does Straight & Narrow get?
It stays just 1-1.5 metres wide at maturity, making it ideal for narrow garden beds, tight boundaries, and small spaces where wider lilly pillies would be too bulky.
Is Straight & Narrow psyllid resistant?
Yes. Straight & Narrow shows good psyllid resistance, making it more reliable than older Syzygium cultivars across Australian gardens.
How fast does Straight & Narrow grow?
Straight & Narrow is fast-growing, adding 50-80cm per year once established in good conditions.
How far apart should I plant Straight & Narrow for a hedge?
Plant 80cm-1.2 metres apart for a continuous columnar screen.
Can Straight & Narrow grow in pots?
Yes. Its slim profile makes it an excellent pot plant for balconies, courtyards, and tight outdoor spaces. Use a minimum 50L pot with regular watering.
Does Straight & Narrow tolerate frost?
Straight & Narrow has moderate frost tolerance and copes with light or occasional frosts once established. Young plants are the most vulnerable, so in colder inland districts give them a sheltered position and protect them through their first couple of winters. Where frosts are heavy or prolonged, a hardier evergreen screen is the safer choice.
Syzygium australe 'Straight & Narrow' Lilly Pilly
Grevillea x 'Moonlight'
Grevillea x 'Moonlight'
Grevillea x 'Moonlight' carries very large creamy-white toothbrush flower spikes almost continuously through the year, each one up to 20 centimetres long and heavily worked by honeyeaters. Few native shrubs flower this hard for this long.
'Moonlight' grows to 4 to 6 metres tall but only around 2 metres wide at 20 to 40 centimetres per year, giving a tall narrow frame clothed in fine silver-green divided foliage. That upright habit suits narrow garden beds, screening along a fence line, or a single feature in a large pot.
This Australian native grows in full sun to part shade, tolerates light to moderate frost once established, and is highly drought tolerant. It needs free-draining soil and low-phosphorus feeding, and rewards a light prune after each main flowering flush with denser growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Grevillea 'Moonlight'
How tall does Grevillea 'Moonlight' grow?
'Moonlight' grows to 4 to 6 metres tall and only around 2 metres wide, giving an unusually tall narrow form for a grevillea. It suits narrow beds and screening positions.
When does Grevillea 'Moonlight' flower?
'Moonlight' flowers close to year round, with the heaviest flushes in spring and autumn. The large creamy-white toothbrush spikes can reach 20 centimetres long.
Does 'Moonlight' attract birds?
Yes. The nectar-rich flowers are a magnet for honeyeaters and other nectar-feeding birds, and the dense fine foliage provides shelter for smaller species.
How fast does 'Moonlight' grow?
It grows at a moderate 20 to 40 centimetres per year, reaching a usable screening height within four to five years in a warm free-draining position.
What soil and feeding does 'Moonlight' need?
It requires free-draining soil and will not tolerate waterlogging. Use only low-phosphorus native fertiliser, as grevilleas and other Proteaceae are damaged by high-phosphorus formulations.
Is Grevillea 'Moonlight' drought tolerant?
Yes. Once established it is highly drought tolerant and needs only occasional deep watering through extended dry spells.
Should I prune 'Moonlight'?
Yes. A light prune after each main flowering flush keeps the plant dense and prevents it becoming leggy at the base. Avoid cutting back hard into bare old wood.
Grevillea x 'Moonlight'
Callistemon viminalis
Callistemon viminalis
Callistemon viminalis carries masses of vivid red bottlebrush flowers on gracefully weeping branches, and flowers heavily enough through spring and summer to colour an entire boundary. It is the classic weeping bottlebrush and among the most reliable nectar trees in Australian gardens.
Callistemon viminalis grows to 4 to 8 metres tall and 4 to 5 metres wide at 50 centimetres to 1 metre per year, which is fast. It can be run as a tall informal screen, lifted to a single trunk as a weeping feature tree, or mass planted for civic and rural screening.
This Australian native is frost hardy, surviving heavy and frequent frost without damage, and tolerates poor soils, extended dry and periodic waterlogging once established. It grows in full sun and needs only a trim after flowering to stay dense.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Callistemon viminalis
How big does Callistemon viminalis grow?
It reaches 4 to 8 metres tall and 4 to 5 metres wide, developing a weeping habit with age. It can be maintained as a large shrub or trained to a single trunk as a small tree.
When does Callistemon viminalis flower?
The heaviest flushes come through spring and summer, with sporadic flowering at other times of year. Flowering is dense enough to cover much of the canopy.
How fast does the weeping bottlebrush grow?
Fast, at 50 centimetres to 1 metre per year, which makes it one of the quicker native options for establishing a screen or feature tree.
Does Callistemon viminalis attract birds?
Yes. The nectar-rich red flowers are heavily worked by honeyeaters, lorikeets and native bees, and the dense weeping branching shelters small birds.
Is Callistemon viminalis frost hardy?
Yes. It is frost hardy and survives heavy and frequent frost without damage, suiting it to inland tablelands as well as coastal gardens.
Does it tolerate wet ground?
Yes. Callistemon viminalis naturally occurs along watercourses and handles periodic waterlogging better than most screening trees.
How far apart should I plant it for a screen?
Plant 2 to 3 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 4 to 5 metres apart as individual weeping feature trees.
Callistemon viminalis
Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia
Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia
Camellia sasanqua 'Plantation Pink' is an evergreen shrub with single, soft pink flowers and small glossy dark green leaves. Flowering begins in mid autumn and carries into winter, and the petals fall cleanly rather than browning on the bush. Growth is upright and dense, which is why it takes so well to hedging.
It handles more sun than a japonica camellia, from full sun through to part shade, in a well drained slightly acidic soil with organic matter worked in. Temperate and cool temperate gardens suit it, and light to moderate frost is fine. Growth is 20 to 40 centimetres a year. Water through dry spells while buds are forming.
Use it as a flowering hedge, a screen along a boundary, an espalier against a wall, or a single shrub in a shaded courtyard. It also takes well to a large pot. The autumn to winter flowering fills a gap in the year when most of the garden has already finished.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Plantation Pink Camellia
What is Camellia 'Plantation Pink'?
'Plantation Pink' is a well known sasanqua camellia, an evergreen shrub with single, soft pink flowers and small glossy dark green leaves. It is vigorous, dense and upright, and it clips well, which is why it is one of the most widely planted camellias for hedging and screening in Australian gardens.
How big does Plantation Pink grow?
Left to grow it reaches about 3 to 4 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide. As a clipped hedge it is usually held between 1.5 and 2.5 metres, and it espaliers neatly against a wall. Growth is 20 to 40 centimetres a year, so a hedge takes a few seasons to close up fully.
When does it flower?
Flowering starts in mid autumn and carries through into winter, roughly April to July, which is earlier than the japonica camellias. The single pink flowers open in succession over many weeks and drop cleanly rather than browning on the bush, so the plant stays tidy for the whole of the display.
How far apart should I plant it for a hedge?
For a dense informal screen plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart. For a tighter formal hedge, 80 centimetres apart closes the line sooner and gives a flatter face. As a single courtyard specimen or in a pot, allow a container 40 to 50 centimetres wide and keep it clear of competing roots.
Will it grow in full sun?
Yes. Sasanqua camellias take considerably more sun than japonicas, and full sun gives the heaviest flowering and the densest growth. In hot inland gardens some protection from harsh afternoon light keeps the foliage from bronzing. It also performs well in part shade, simply with slightly fewer flowers over the season.
Can it be grown in a pot?
Yes. Use a pot at least 50 centimetres wide with a free draining, slightly acidic mix formulated for camellias and azaleas. Water regularly, since containers dry quickly and dry roots in autumn will cost you flower buds. Feed after flowering and again in late summer, and refresh the top of the mix each year.
How do I care for and prune Plantation Pink?
Prune straight after flowering finishes, before the new growth that carries next season's buds gets away. Hedges take shearing well and can be cut hard if they become woody. Feed with a camellia and azalea fertiliser after flowering, mulch with a leafy compost, and keep water up through summer and autumn while buds set.
Camellia 'Plantation Pink' – Japonica Camellia
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.
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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
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa, Coastal Rosemary, is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It builds a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not the culinary herb.
Mature plants sit at 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and they clip smaller without complaint. Full sun to part shade and sharp drainage are the requirements. Salt wind, sandy soil, drought and light to moderate frost are all handled.
It is a standard on coastal projects, road verges, council garden beds and exposed banks that need erosion cover. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen, or 80 centimetres for a clipped hedge. A single plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot on a courtyard or balcony.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coastal Rosemary
What is Coastal Rosemary?
Westringia fruticosa is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It forms a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not culinary rosemary and is not used in cooking.
How big does Coastal Rosemary grow?
Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It clips readily to smaller dimensions and is often maintained at around a metre as a hedge or a low mound. Growth is moderate, roughly 30 to 60 centimetres a year, so it holds a trimmed shape well.
Is Coastal Rosemary suitable for coastal positions?
It is one of the best shrubs available for exposed coastal work. It grows naturally on sea cliffs and copes with salt laden wind, sand and reflected heat. It is used constantly on beachfront reserves, dune stabilisation projects and seaside gardens where little else holds a tidy shape.
When does Coastal Rosemary flower?
The main flush is spring and summer, roughly September through February, with scattered flowering at other times of the year in mild districts. The flowers are small, white to pale lilac and sit among the foliage rather than above it. Clipped hedges flower less than plants left to grow informally.
How far apart should I plant Coastal Rosemary for a hedge?
Space plants 80 centimetres apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen. On banks and batters used for erosion cover, 1 metre in a staggered grid gives full ground coverage within about two growing seasons.
Can Coastal Rosemary grow in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining mix, because the roots will not tolerate sitting wet. Container plants need watering more often than those in the ground, plus a light trim to hold their shape.
How do I prune and care for Coastal Rosemary?
Trim lightly two or three times a year, taking the soft new growth and avoiding cuts into bare old wood, which reshoots poorly. Water through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. On most soils it needs no feeding at all, and it resents heavy watering and poor drainage.
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
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Corymbia citriodora Lemon Scented Gum
Corymbia citriodora Lemon Scented Gum
Corymbia citriodora, the Lemon Scented Gum, is one of Australia's most iconic tall feature trees. The smooth pink-grey trunk, narrow green foliage, and powerful lemon citrus fragrance released when leaves are crushed make it instantly recognisable in parks, rural properties, and grand avenue plantings.
Lemon Scented Gum grows to 25-35 metres tall and 10-15 metres wide with a tall slender trunk and high open canopy. The dramatic height and elegant form make it best suited to acreage, large gardens, parks, and formal avenues where it has room to develop. The smooth powdery bark sheds in flakes through the year, revealing fresh pink-grey tones beneath.
Highly drought and heat tolerant once established, Lemon Scented Gum performs well across NSW, QLD, VIC, SA and WA. It tolerates light frost once established, prefers full sun with well-drained soils, and the white summer flowers provide a major nectar source for native bees, lorikeets and honeyeaters.
Standard Lemon Scented Gum or Scentuous? The standard Corymbia citriodora grows 25-35m with a tall slender trunk, suited to acreage, parks, and large feature plantings. Its dwarf cultivar Scentuous reaches just 5-7m, suited to suburban gardens, courtyards, and small landscapes. Both share the famous lemon fragrance.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Corymbia citriodora Lemon Scented Gum
How tall does Lemon Scented Gum grow?
Corymbia citriodora grows to 25-35 metres tall and 10-15 metres wide with a tall slender trunk and high open canopy.
How fast does Lemon Scented Gum grow?
Lemon Scented Gum is fast-growing, adding 1-1.5 metres per year once established.
Why is it called Lemon Scented Gum?
The leaves release a strong, pleasant lemon citrus fragrance when crushed or brushed against, thanks to high concentrations of citronellal in the foliage.
What is the difference between standard Lemon Scented Gum and Scentuous?
Standard Corymbia citriodora grows 25-35m with a tall slender trunk and is suited to acreage, parks, and large feature plantings. Scentuous is a dwarf cultivar reaching just 5-7m, suited to suburban gardens and smaller landscapes.
Is Lemon Scented Gum suitable for residential gardens?
Standard Lemon Scented Gum is best suited to large gardens, acreage, parks, and avenues due to its mature height. For smaller properties choose the dwarf cultivar 'Scentuous' instead.
Is Lemon Scented Gum drought tolerant?
Yes. Corymbia citriodora is highly drought and heat tolerant once established and performs well across most Australian climates.
Does Lemon Scented Gum attract wildlife?
Yes. The white flowers produced through summer are a major nectar source for native bees, lorikeets and honeyeaters. The smooth pink-grey trunk also provides habitat for native birds and possums.
Corymbia citriodora Lemon Scented Gum
Corymbia eximia 'Nana'
Corymbia eximia 'Nana'
Corymbia eximia 'Nana' is the dwarf form of the Yellow Bloodwood, a small evergreen native tree with a rounded, densely held canopy. The broad blue-green leaves sit above pale, flaky bark, and clusters of creamy white flowers open through spring. Growth is naturally compact, so the tree keeps its shape without much intervention.
It grows at roughly 40 to 60 centimetres a year in full sun to part shade, and prefers soil that drains freely. Once established it handles dry spells well and copes with light to moderate frost, which suits warm temperate, subtropical and inland districts. Maintenance comes down to occasional shaping and a spring feed.
Councils and developers use it as a street tree under powerlines, in car park islands and in median strips where a full sized bloodwood would never fit. It also works as a single feature in a courtyard, or as a shade tree on a rural block. Small footprint, genuine canopy.
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About Corymbia eximia 'Nana'
What is Corymbia eximia 'Nana'?
It is a dwarf selection of the Yellow Bloodwood, a small evergreen Australian native tree in the Myrtaceae family. It carries broad blue-green foliage on a rounded, dense canopy, with creamy white flowers through spring that bring in honeyeaters and lorikeets. The pale flaky bark gives it interest through the rest of the year.
How big does Corymbia eximia 'Nana' grow?
Expect about 4 to 6 metres in height with a canopy spread of 3 to 4 metres in an average garden. That is roughly a third of the size of the standard Yellow Bloodwood, which can pass 15 metres. Final height depends on soil depth and water, with trees on shallow dry sites staying at the lower end.
How fast does it grow?
Around 40 to 60 centimetres a year once the root system is away, which is moderate for a native tree. The first two summers set the pace, so deep watering through that period pays off later. Growth slows as the tree nears mature height, and the canopy thickens rather than continuing to climb.
Does it need sun or shade?
Full sun is best and gives the heaviest flowering and the densest canopy. It will grow in part shade, but the crown opens up and flower numbers drop away. Avoid planting it on the south side of a tall building or under an established canopy where it will only ever get an hour or two of direct light.
Is it frost tolerant?
Yes. Once established it handles light to moderate frost, which covers most temperate and inland districts. Young trees are more exposed, so protect them through the first winter or two with frost cloth or a sheltered position. It also takes heat and dry conditions, making it a dependable choice for inland gardens.
How far apart should I plant it for an avenue?
Space trees 3 metres apart for an even avenue where the canopies just meet, or 3 to 4 metres apart where each tree is meant to stand alone and show its full form. On narrow verges stick to the wider spacing so root plates and canopies are not competing with each other.
How do I care for Corymbia eximia 'Nana'?
Water deeply once or twice a week through the first two summers, then only in long dry spells. Mulch out to the drip line but keep it clear of the trunk. A low phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring is enough. Prune lightly after flowering to lift the crown or remove crossing branches.
Corymbia eximia 'Nana'
Corymbia maculata Spotted Gum
Corymbia maculata Spotted Gum
Corymbia maculata, the Spotted Gum, is a majestic Australian native renowned for its distinctive dappled bark. The smooth bark sheds in patches to create a striking spotted pattern in shades of grey, cream and pink, while the tall straight trunk and open canopy give it an unmistakable, sculptural presence.
Spotted Gum grows to 15-30 metres tall and 8-15 metres wide. The dramatic height and clean trunk make it best suited to large gardens, acreage, parks, and avenue planting, where it is also widely used by councils as a street tree. Creamy white flowers in winter and spring provide an important nectar source for native wildlife.
Spotted Gum is fast-growing, hardy, and drought tolerant once established, thriving across NSW, QLD, VIC and SA in full sun with well-drained soils. It tolerates mild frost and provides valuable habitat for honeyeaters, lorikeets, native bees, and possums.
Did you know? Corymbia maculata is the rootstock used to graft Corymbia ficifolia 'Wildfire', our compact red flowering gum. Its hardiness and adaptability are exactly why it makes such a reliable rootstock for grafted flowering gums in eastern Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Corymbia maculata Spotted Gum
How tall does Spotted Gum grow?
Corymbia maculata grows to 15-30 metres tall and 8-15 metres wide with a tall straight trunk and open canopy.
How fast does Spotted Gum grow?
Spotted Gum is fast-growing, adding 1-1.5 metres per year once established.
Why is it called Spotted Gum?
The smooth bark sheds in patches to create a distinctive dappled, spotted appearance in shades of grey, cream, and pink across the trunk.
Is Spotted Gum an Australian native?
Yes. Corymbia maculata is native to eastern Australia, ranging from VIC through NSW to southern QLD.
Is Spotted Gum suitable for residential gardens?
Spotted Gum is best suited to large gardens, acreage, and parks due to its mature size. It is also widely used as a street and avenue tree by councils.
Does Spotted Gum attract wildlife?
Yes. The white flowers produced in winter and spring are a major nectar source for honeyeaters, lorikeets, and native bees, and the tree provides important native habitat.
Where does Spotted Gum grow best in Australia?
Spotted Gum is hardy and drought tolerant once established, thriving across NSW, QLD, VIC and SA in full sun with well-drained soils.
Corymbia maculata Spotted Gum
Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle
Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle
Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' is a medium-sized evergreen Australian native grown for its rich burgundy-purple foliage and graceful weeping form. The deep leaf colour creates bold contrast against green plantings, while the lance-shaped leaves release a subtle aroma when crushed.
Burgundy Willow Myrtle grows to 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide with a soft weeping habit. The graceful form and manageable size suit informal screens, feature planting, avenue lines, residential gardens, and streetscapes. Small white flowers appear through spring and summer, adding a light seasonal display.
Burgundy Willow Myrtle is highly drought tolerant once established and also handles coastal exposure including salt spray and wind. It performs best in full sun to part shade across WA, SA, VIC, NSW and southern QLD, tolerating light frost once established.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle
How tall does Burgundy Willow Myrtle grow?
Burgundy Willow Myrtle grows to 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide with a graceful weeping form.
How fast does Agonis Burgundy grow?
Agonis Burgundy is moderately fast-growing, adding 40-60cm per year once established.
When does Agonis Burgundy flower?
Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' produces small clustered white flowers through spring and summer. While subtle, the blooms add a delicate contrast to its deep burgundy foliage, offering a light seasonal display.
Is Agonis Burgundy an Australian native?
Yes. Agonis flexuosa is native to south-western Western Australia. 'Burgundy' is a selected cultivar of the species with rich burgundy-purple foliage in place of the species' green leaves.
Is Agonis Burgundy drought tolerant?
Yes. Burgundy Willow Myrtle is highly drought tolerant once established and also handles coastal exposure including salt spray and sandy soils.
Where does Agonis Burgundy grow best in Australia?
Agonis Burgundy thrives across most of Australia, particularly in WA, SA, VIC, NSW, and southern QLD. It tolerates light frost once established and prefers full sun.
How far apart should I plant Agonis Burgundy?
Plant 3-4 metres apart for a feature row or informal screen, or 5 metres for individual canopy spread.
Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle
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