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Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani

Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani

Dense glossy evergreen foliage and highly fragrant creamy-yellow flowers provide strong ornamental impact in compact native landscapes.

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    About Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ PBR

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ PBR is a compact evergreen Australian native tree with glossy dark green leaves and highly fragrant flowers that open cream and age to deep yellow. It holds a denser, more rounded canopy and a lower final height than the wild native frangipani, which makes it far easier to place.

    It grows in full sun to partial shade in fertile, free-draining soil, adding around 40 to 80 centimetres a year. It suits warm temperate, subtropical and coastal climates, tolerates light to moderate frost once established, and copes with moderate dry spells, though flowering is better with summer water.

    It works as a small feature tree, a fragrant screen along a boundary, a street or driveway planting in narrow verges, or a courtyard specimen near a window or outdoor seating where the scent carries. For urban blocks that cannot take a full sized native frangipani, it is the practical substitute.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    About Lushious Native Frangipani

    What is Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’?

    It is a compact protected cultivar of the Australian native frangipani, a rainforest tree from the east coast of Queensland and New South Wales. It is evergreen, with glossy leaves and tubular flowers that open cream and deepen to yellow, carrying a strong sweet scent. The cultivar was selected for denser foliage and smaller size.

    How big does Lushious Native Frangipani grow?

    It typically reaches about 3 to 4 metres tall and 2 to 2.5 metres wide, well short of the eight metres or more the wild species can manage. Growth is around 40 to 80 centimetres a year. Light tip pruning after flowering holds it at the compact end and thickens the canopy further.

    When does it flower?

    Flowering runs through spring and early summer, roughly September to December, with the heaviest display in mid to late spring. Blooms open cream and darken to gold over several days, so a tree in full flower carries both colours at once. The scent is strongest in the evening and carries a long way.

    Is it a true frangipani?

    No. Despite the common name it is not related to Plumeria, the tropical frangipani. Hymenosporum flavum belongs to the Pittosporaceae family and is an Australian rainforest native. The name comes from the similar scent and flower shape. It is evergreen and considerably hardier in cool and frosty conditions than a true frangipani.

    Does it have invasive roots?

    No. It has a fairly restrained, non aggressive root system, which is one reason it is used in verges, courtyards and near paving. As with any tree, keep it a sensible distance from drains and house footings, and water deeply while it establishes so roots go down rather than running along the surface.

    Is it frost tolerant?

    It handles light to moderate frost once established, so it can be grown well beyond the subtropics. Young plants are more vulnerable and benefit from shelter or a frost cloth through their first couple of winters. Heavy or repeated frost will damage new growth, so avoid open frost hollows in cold districts.

    How do I care for Lushious Native Frangipani?

    Water regularly for the first two summers, after which it manages on occasional deep watering. Feed in spring with a low phosphorus native fertiliser and mulch well, keeping the mulch off the trunk. Tip prune after flowering to keep the canopy dense and the shape even. Avoid heavy pruning back into old bare wood.

    Foliage

    Evergreen (foliage year round)

    Position
    • Full Sun
    • Part Shade
    Form
    • Compact
    • Upright
    • Rounded
    Use
    • Avenue Planting
    • Screening or Privacy
    Mature height
    4m to 8m
    Mature width
    3m to 5m

    Planting Information

    How To Plant Your Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani

    Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

    Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

    Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

    Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

    Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani

    Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

    Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani is expected to grow 40cm to 80cm per year under suitable conditions.

    • Medium Growth Rate

    Long Term Care For Your Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani

    Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

    Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

    Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

    Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

    Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional scale or caterpillar inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

    Planting Your Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani in Different Soil

    Hymenosporum flavum performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

    Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

    Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

    Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

    pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

    Uses in my Garden

    Uses in my Garden

    • Avenue Planting
    • Screening or Privacy

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani works in an:

    • Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
    • Tropical Garden – lush, leafy planting for a resort-style atmosphere.
    • Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
    • Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.

    Is Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani Evergreen or Deciduous?

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

    Mature Height & Width

    Mature Height: 4m to 8m

    Mature Width: 3m to 5m

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani is expected to grow 40cm to 80cm per year under suitable conditions.

    Growth Rate of Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani is expected to grow 40cm to 80cm per year under suitable conditions.

    They are considered to have a:

    • Medium Growth Rate

    Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani

    Is Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani frost tolerant?

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

    Does Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani Flower?

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ produces masses of highly fragrant creamy-yellow flowers from spring through summer. The blooms gradually deepen in colour with age, creating a soft layered floral display against the dense glossy evergreen foliage.

    Does Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani flower?

    • Yes - Flowers

    Flowering Period:

    • Spring
    • Summer

    Flower Type:

    Flower Colour:

    Yellow

    Is Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani an Australian Native Tree?

    Yes

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani is Native to Derived from eastern Australian Hymenosporum flavum breeding and compact landscape selections.

    What is the Wildlife Value of Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani ?

    Its fragrant flowers attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering season, supporting biodiversity within native and ornamental gardens. The dense evergreen foliage also provides valuable shelter and habitat for small birds and beneficial insects year-round.

    How much Sunlight does Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani need?

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani will thrive best in:

    • Full Sun
    • Part Shade

    Preferred Soil?

    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ performs best in rich, well-drained loam soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It will also tolerate sandy soils and a range of general garden conditions provided drainage remains reliable. Avoid persistently wet or heavily compacted conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can reduce root health and overall vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.

    Is Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani Drought Tolerant?

    Is Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ – Lushious Native Frangipani Drought tolerant?

    As a young plant it benefits from regular watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, ‘Lushious’ shows good drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods, although occasional supplementary watering supports denser foliage growth and stronger flowering performance.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Is Lushious Native Frangipani compact growing?
    A: Yes, it is selected for a denser and more manageable growth habit than standard Hymenosporum flavum.

    Q: Are the flowers fragrant?
    A: Yes, the creamy-yellow flowers are highly fragrant through the flowering season.

    Q: Does it tolerate coastal conditions?
    A: Yes, it performs reliably in warm coastal landscapes once established.

    Q: Does it require full sun?
    A: Full sun encourages the strongest flowering and densest canopy growth.

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    Hymenosporum flavum ‘Lushious’ PBR is loved for its Dense glossy evergreen foliage and highly fragrant creamy-yellow flowers provide strong ornamental impact in compact native landscapes.

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