Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle
Deciduous · Full Sun
Mature size: 8m–10m high × 4m–6m wide
- Deciduous
- Full Sun
- Mature height8m–10m
- Mature width4m–6m
- Frost Hardy
- Good in pots
- Flowers
The tallest and fastest of the white crepe myrtles, and a true Lagerstroemia fauriei rather than a hybrid, grown as much for its cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark as its summer flowers.
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Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you must confirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.
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Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 8m to 10m (approx.)
- Mature width
- 4m to 6m
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 Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy'
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' is a fast-growing crepe myrtle admired as much for its outstanding bark as its flowers. Masses of white blooms appear from early summer to autumn, while the smooth cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark provides exceptional year-round interest.
Fantasy Crepe Myrtle is one of the taller crepe myrtles, with a strong upright branching structure. The size suits street planting, avenues, large gardens, and public spaces. Dark green foliage turns vibrant red-orange in autumn for striking seasonal contrast.
Fantasy is highly drought and heat tolerant once established, thriving in full sun across most Australian climates. It tolerates pollution and poor soils with minimal maintenance, making it a reliable, elegant choice for councils, landscapers, and gardeners seeking extended flowering and year-round structure.
Fantasy, Natchez or Acoma? All three are white-flowering crepe myrtles, which is exactly why they get confused. The real difference is scale and what you are buying the tree for.
Fantasy is the big one. It is a pure Lagerstroemia fauriei, the Japanese crepe myrtle, rather than a hybrid, and it is the tallest and fastest growing of the three. It is grown as much for its cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark as its flowers. Choose it when you want a genuine tree with a trunk worth looking at in winter, for an avenue, a streetscape or a large garden.
Natchez is the flower one. An indica and fauriei hybrid at a mid-size, it carries the largest and showiest white flower trusses of the three and has excellent cinnamon bark of its own. It is the all-round choice where the summer flowering is the point.
Acoma is the small one. Also an indica and fauriei hybrid, but dwarf at 2 to 3 metres with a low, spreading habit. It is the answer for courtyards, small gardens, tight beds and planting under powerlines, where Fantasy and Natchez would both outgrow the space.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle
How is 'Fantasy' different from 'Natchez'?
Size and parentage. Fantasy is a pure Lagerstroemia fauriei, the Japanese crepe myrtle, while Natchez is a hybrid between L. indica and L. fauriei. Fantasy grows taller and faster and is grown as much for its cinnamon bark as its flowers. Natchez carries the larger, showier white flower trusses. Choose Fantasy for scale and trunk character, Natchez when the flowering display matters most.
How is 'Fantasy' different from 'Acoma'?
Almost entirely scale. Acoma is a dwarf hybrid reaching only 2 to 3 metres with a low, spreading habit, suited to courtyards, small gardens and planting under powerlines. Fantasy is a full-sized tree several times that height. Both flower white, so if you have picked Acoma for the flower colour but need a tree rather than a shrub, Fantasy is the one to plant.
Which white crepe myrtle should I choose?
A simple rule: Fantasy for scale and bark, Natchez for the flowering display, Acoma for small spaces. All three are white-flowering, drought hardy once established and deciduous with autumn colour, so the decision comes down to the size of the space and whether you want a tree or a shrub.
How fast does 'Fantasy' grow?
'Fantasy' is fast-growing, adding 60cm to 1 metre per year in warm conditions with adequate water. It is the quickest of the white crepe myrtles to make a tree.
When does 'Fantasy' flower?
'Fantasy' produces masses of pure white flower panicles through summer, typically December to March across most Australian climates.
What makes 'Fantasy' special?
'Fantasy' is grown as much for its outstanding cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark as for its flowers. The smooth peeling bark provides exceptional year-round interest, particularly in winter once the leaves have dropped.
Is 'Fantasy' deciduous?
Yes. 'Fantasy' is fully deciduous. Green summer foliage turns orange-red in autumn before dropping in winter to reveal the striking bark.
Is 'Fantasy' drought tolerant?
Yes. 'Fantasy' is highly drought and heat tolerant once established and thrives in full sun across most Australian climates.
How far apart should I plant 'Fantasy' for an avenue?
Plant 4-6 metres apart for a full canopy avenue, or 3-4 metres for a denser flowering screen.
| Mature height | 8m to 10m (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Mature width | 4m to 6m |
| Position | Full Sun |
| Growth per year | 60cm to 90cm per year (approx.) |
| Frost | Frost Hardy |
| Foliage | Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) |
| Form | Vase - Shaped · Upright |
| Uses | Feature Tree · Street Tree · Avenue Planting · Shade Tree · Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots |
- Foliage
Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months)
- Position
- Form
- Use
- Mature height
- 8m to 10m (approx.)
- Mature width
- 4m to 6m
Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle is expected to grow 60cm to 90cm per year (approx.).
Long Term Care For Your Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle
Planting Your Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle works in an:
Is Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle Evergreen or Deciduous?
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 8m to 10m (approx.)
Mature Width: 4m to 6m
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle is expected to grow 60cm to 90cm per year (approx.).
Growth Rate of Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle is expected to grow 60cm to 90cm per year (approx.).
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle
Is Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle frost tolerant?
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.
Does Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle Flower?
Lagerstroemia fauriei ‘Fantasy’ produces large clusters of pure white, softly crinkled flowers from mid-summer into early autumn. These elegant panicles sit proudly above the smooth, mottled bark and glossy foliage, creating a bright, refined and highly ornamental seasonal display.
Does Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
White
Is Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle an Australian Native Tree?
No
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle is Native to Derived from Lagerstroemia fauriei, which is native to Japan, where it grows naturally in warm temperate forests.
What is the Wildlife Value of Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle ?
Its abundant summer blooms attract bees, butterflies, hoverflies and other beneficial pollinators, while the branching canopy offers perching habitat for small birds. The exfoliating bark also provides micro-habitats for insects, supporting a subtle but valuable boost in garden biodiversity.
How much Sunlight does Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle need?
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Lagerstroemia fauriei ‘Fantasy’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained positions unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to increase aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as it matures to support drought resilience, smooth bark development and prolific summer flowering.
Is Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle Drought Tolerant?
Is Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle Drought tolerant?
As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Fantasy’ develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and coastal environments, maintaining strong flowering and healthy summer foliage with only occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is 'Fantasy' different from 'Natchez'?
Size and parentage. Fantasy is a pure Lagerstroemia fauriei, the Japanese crepe myrtle, while Natchez is a hybrid between L. indica and L. fauriei. Fantasy grows taller and faster and is grown as much for its cinnamon bark as its flowers. Natchez carries the larger, showier white flower trusses. Choose Fantasy for scale and trunk character, Natchez when the flowering display matters most.
How is 'Fantasy' different from 'Acoma'?
Almost entirely scale. Acoma is a dwarf hybrid reaching only 2 to 3 metres with a low, spreading habit, suited to courtyards, small gardens and planting under powerlines. Fantasy is a full-sized tree several times that height. Both flower white, so if you have picked Acoma for the flower colour but need a tree rather than a shrub, Fantasy is the one to plant.
Which white crepe myrtle should I choose?
A simple rule: Fantasy for scale and bark, Natchez for the flowering display, Acoma for small spaces. All three are white-flowering, drought hardy once established and deciduous with autumn colour, so the decision comes down to the size of the space and whether you want a tree or a shrub.
How fast does 'Fantasy' grow?
'Fantasy' is fast-growing, adding 60cm to 1 metre per year in warm conditions with adequate water. It is the quickest of the white crepe myrtles to make a tree.
When does 'Fantasy' flower?
'Fantasy' produces masses of pure white flower panicles through summer, typically December to March across most Australian climates.
What makes 'Fantasy' special?
'Fantasy' is grown as much for its outstanding cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark as for its flowers. The smooth peeling bark provides exceptional year-round interest, particularly in winter once the leaves have dropped.
Is 'Fantasy' deciduous?
Yes. 'Fantasy' is fully deciduous. Green summer foliage turns orange-red in autumn before dropping in winter to reveal the striking bark.
Is 'Fantasy' drought tolerant?
Yes. 'Fantasy' is highly drought and heat tolerant once established and thrives in full sun across most Australian climates.
How far apart should I plant 'Fantasy' for an avenue?
Plant 4-6 metres apart for a full canopy avenue, or 3-4 metres for a denser flowering screen.
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40cm/45L
Approx. 2.0m – 2.4m
100L
Approx. 2.1m – 3.5m
Heights are approximate and vary between individual trees.
Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' is loved for its The tallest and fastest of the white crepe myrtles, and a true Lagerstroemia fauriei rather than a hybrid, grown as much for its cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark as its summer flowers.
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Plant Your Lagerstroemia fauriei 'Fantasy' White Crepe Myrtle 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)
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'
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'
Callistemon citrinus x viminalis 'KPS' - Bottle Brush
Callistemon citrinus x viminalis 'KPS' - Bottle Brush
Callistemon citrinus x viminalis 'KPS' carries some of the largest and most intensely crimson bottlebrush flowers of any cultivar, held in heavy flushes through spring and summer against dense evergreen foliage. It is among the showiest bottlebrushes available and a reliable magnet for honeyeaters.
'KPS' grows to 3 to 5 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide at 50 to 80 centimetres per year, filling in densely from the base without needing to be clipped into shape. It works as a fast informal screen along a boundary, a mass planting in civic and rural landscapes, or a specimen in a large pot.
This Australian native is frost hardy, surviving heavy and frequent frost without damage, and tolerates poor soils, extended dry and periodic wet feet once established. It grows in full sun and asks for nothing beyond a light trim after each flowering flush.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Callistemon 'KPS'
How tall does Callistemon 'KPS' grow?
'KPS' grows to 3 to 5 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide with a dense habit. It can be held lower with a trim after flowering if a shorter screen is wanted.
What makes 'KPS' different from other bottlebrushes?
'KPS' is a hybrid of Callistemon citrinus and Callistemon viminalis, selected for unusually large, deeply crimson flower spikes and dense foliage. It is one of the showiest bottlebrush cultivars grown.
When does 'KPS' flower?
The main flush is through spring and summer, with sporadic flowering at other times. Flowering is heavy enough to cover much of the canopy.
How fast does 'KPS' grow?
It grows at 50 to 80 centimetres per year once established, forming a usable screen within two to three years with regular water through the first summers.
Does 'KPS' attract birds?
Yes. The nectar-rich crimson flowers are worked heavily by honeyeaters, lorikeets and native bees, and the dense branching shelters smaller birds.
Is Callistemon 'KPS' 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.
How far apart should I plant 'KPS' for a screen?
Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 2 to 3 metres apart where each plant should read as an individual shrub.
Callistemon citrinus x viminalis 'KPS' - Bottle Brush
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
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Lagerstroemia indica 'Acoma' - Dwarf White Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica 'Acoma' - Dwarf White Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica 'Acoma' carries masses of pure white crepe-textured flowers through summer on a semi-weeping frame, giving one of the longest flowering displays available in a tree this size. Autumn brings warm golden foliage, and winter reveals smooth mottled cinnamon bark on bare stems.
'Acoma' is a genuine dwarf, growing to 2 to 3 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide at 30 to 60 centimetres per year. That compact scale makes it one of the few flowering feature trees that works properly in a courtyard, a small front garden, a narrow nature strip or a large pot without outgrowing the space.
'Acoma' is frost hardy, surviving heavy and frequent frost without damage, and thrives in full sun across most of southern and eastern Australia. It is mildew resistant, drops cleanly, and needs very little beyond an annual winter prune to keep flowering heavily.
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About Lagerstroemia indica 'Acoma'
How tall does Lagerstroemia indica 'Acoma' grow?
'Acoma' is a dwarf crepe myrtle growing to 2 to 3 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide. It is the smallest of the commonly grown white crepe myrtles and suits courtyards and small gardens.
When does 'Acoma' flower?
'Acoma' flowers through summer, carrying masses of pure white crepe-textured blooms for many weeks. It is one of the longest flowering small trees available in Australia.
Is 'Acoma' deciduous?
Yes. 'Acoma' is fully deciduous. Foliage turns golden through autumn before dropping, exposing smooth mottled cinnamon-coloured bark that is a feature in its own right through winter.
Is 'Acoma' frost hardy?
Yes. 'Acoma' is frost hardy and survives heavy and frequent frost without damage, which makes it suitable for inland tablelands districts as well as coastal gardens.
Can 'Acoma' be grown in a pot?
Yes. Its dwarf size makes it well suited to large pots on patios and courtyards. Use a free-draining mix, keep it in full sun, and water consistently through the flowering period.
How far apart should I plant 'Acoma'?
Plant 3 to 4 metres apart as individual feature trees to allow the canopy to develop, or 3 metres apart for a small-scale avenue along a driveway or path.
When should I prune 'Acoma'?
Prune in late winter while the tree is bare, removing spent flower heads and thin interior growth. Crepe myrtles flower on new wood, so a winter prune directly increases the following summer's display.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Acoma' - Dwarf White Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica 'Natchez' White Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica 'Natchez' White Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica 'Natchez', known as White Crepe Myrtle, is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant flowering tree admired for its profuse white blooms, lush dark green foliage, and striking exfoliating bark. Growing 6-8 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide, it makes a bold statement in avenue plantings, residential gardens, and public landscapes.
Blooming from early summer through autumn, Natchez Crepe Myrtle offers months of beautiful floral display while its glossy leaves turn vibrant red-orange in autumn, adding seasonal contrast. The cinnamon-brown peeling bark reveals smooth cream and tan patches, providing visual interest year-round.
Thriving in full sun, this resilient tree tolerates heat, urban pollution, and poor soils. Its low-maintenance nature makes it perfect for busy homeowners, landscapers, and councils seeking reliable, long-lasting beauty. It looks excellent in sunny spaces, resonating with those who want a stunning, easy-care tree that brightens any landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Lagerstroemia indica 'Natchez' White Crepe Myrtle
How tall does Natchez Crepe Myrtle grow?
Natchez grows to 6-8 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide, making it one of the larger crepe myrtle cultivars.
How fast does Natchez grow?
Natchez is moderately fast-growing, adding 50-80cm per year in warm conditions with adequate water.
When does Natchez flower?
Natchez produces masses of pure white blooms from early summer through to autumn, typically December to April across most Australian climates.
Is Natchez drought tolerant?
Yes. Natchez is highly drought and heat tolerant once established, and thrives in full sun positions across most Australian climates.
How far apart should I plant Natchez for an avenue?
Plant 4-5 metres apart for a full canopy avenue, or 2-3 metres for a denser flowering screen.
Is Natchez deciduous?
Yes. Natchez is deciduous. Leaves turn vibrant red-orange in autumn and drop in winter, revealing its striking cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark.
How do I prune Natchez Crepe Myrtle?
Prune in late winter while the tree is bare, taking out crossing branches, thin twiggy growth and any suckers from the base. Avoid the hard topping often inflicted on crepe myrtles, which spoils the natural vase shape and hides the exfoliating bark. Light structural pruning is enough. Flowers form on new wood, so a tidy up before spring costs you nothing in summer.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Natchez' White Crepe Myrtle
Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'
Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'
Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' is one of the most striking deciduous feature trees available, grown for its luminous heart-shaped foliage. Leaves emerge vivid scarlet-purple in spring, deepen to rich burgundy through summer, and turn orange and gold in autumn. Backlit by sun, the foliage glows.
Forest Pansy grows to 4-6 metres tall and 4-5 metres wide with a branching multi-stemmed form that gives shape and structure even when bare in winter. The moderate size suits courtyards, lawn feature positions, and layered garden beds in both residential and commercial landscapes.
Forest Pansy performs best in cool to temperate regions including VIC, NSW, ACT, Tasmania, and elevated parts of SA and WA, in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. In hot climates give it afternoon shade to protect the foliage. Small rosy-pink flowers line the bare branches in early spring.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'
How tall does Forest Pansy grow?
Forest Pansy grows to 4-6 metres tall and 4-5 metres wide with a rounded spreading canopy.
How fast does Forest Pansy grow?
Forest Pansy is moderately fast-growing, adding 40-60cm per year once established.
What colour is Forest Pansy foliage?
Forest Pansy is famous for its heart-shaped foliage, which emerges vivid scarlet-purple in spring, deepens to rich burgundy through summer, then turns orange and gold in autumn.
When does Forest Pansy flower?
Forest Pansy produces small rosy-pink pea-like flowers along its bare branches in early spring, before the foliage emerges.
Is Forest Pansy deciduous?
Yes. Forest Pansy is fully deciduous, dropping its colourful autumn foliage in winter to reveal an attractive branching structure.
Where does Forest Pansy grow best in Australia?
Forest Pansy performs best in cool to temperate regions including VIC, NSW, ACT, Tasmania, and elevated parts of SA and WA. In hot climates give it afternoon shade.
How far apart should I plant Forest Pansy?
Plant 4-5 metres apart for a grove effect, or as individual feature trees where the colourful foliage can be appreciated.
Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'
Magnolia grandiflora 'Teddy Bear'
Magnolia grandiflora 'Teddy Bear'
Magnolia grandiflora 'Teddy Bear' is a compact, upright evergreen tree perfect for hedging, screening, or feature planting in small or formal spaces. Growing 3-4 metres tall and 2-3 metres wide, it showcases dense dark green foliage with rich bronze undersides, adding year-round structure and colour.
From late spring through summer, it produces large, fragrant white flowers that offer seasonal interest. Its naturally symmetrical form needs minimal pruning and thrives in full sun to part shade. Once established, 'Teddy Bear' Magnolia is drought-tolerant and low maintenance, making it an excellent choice for gardens, courtyards, narrow spaces, or container planting.
Ideal for formal gardens, hedges, and statement pots, it combines elegance with practicality in residential and commercial landscapes.
Teddy Bear or Little Gem? Teddy Bear is the more compact (3-4m) and bushier of the two, with a denser rounded habit ideal for small formal features and tight courtyard spaces. Its sister cultivar Little Gem grows taller (4-6m) with a more open conical form, better suited to tall narrow hedges and formal screens. Both share the same glossy foliage with bronze undersides and fragrant white blooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Magnolia grandiflora 'Teddy Bear'
How tall does Teddy Bear Magnolia grow?
Teddy Bear is a compact magnolia reaching 3-4 metres tall and 2-3 metres wide, making it one of the smallest grandiflora cultivars.
How fast does Teddy Bear Magnolia grow?
Teddy Bear is a slow to moderate grower, adding 20-40cm per year. Patience is rewarded with a dense, naturally symmetrical form.
Is Teddy Bear suitable for small gardens?
Yes. Teddy Bear is one of the best evergreen magnolias for small gardens, courtyards, and narrow garden beds thanks to its compact upright habit.
Will Teddy Bear grow in pots?
Yes. Teddy Bear is well suited to large pots (minimum 60L) and is widely used as a formal feature in courtyard and balcony planting.
When does Teddy Bear flower?
Large fragrant white flowers appear from late spring through summer, typically November to February across Australia.
How far apart should I plant Teddy Bear for a hedge?
Plant 1-1.5 metres apart for a dense hedge, or 2 metres for a softer screen with more individual form.
What is the difference between Teddy Bear and Little Gem Magnolia?
Both are compact grandiflora magnolias. Teddy Bear (3-4m) is bushier with a denser rounded habit, ideal for compact formal features. Little Gem (4-6m) grows taller with a more open conical form, suited to tall narrow hedges and screens.
Magnolia grandiflora 'Teddy Bear'
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