Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Most loved for its tall, slender trunk crowned with large fan-shaped leaves, and its dramatic presence as one of Australia’s most iconic native palms.
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Livistona australis carries a crown of large glossy fan-shaped fronds on a tall slender ringed trunk, giving vertical structure without taking up ground space. The Cabbage Tree Palm is the hardiest large native palm available and works in far cooler districts than most palms tolerate.
Livistona australis reaches 15 to 25 metres of trunk height over many decades with a crown spread of just 2 to 4 metres, growing at 30 to 60 centimetres per year. That narrow footprint makes it viable in courtyards, along building lines, in street plantings and in tight civic spaces.
This Australian native tolerates light to moderate frost once established, which sets it apart from most feature palms, and grows in full sun to part shade. It handles coastal exposure and, once its roots are down, extended dry.
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About Livistona australis
How tall does Livistona australis grow?
The Cabbage Tree Palm reaches 15 to 25 metres of trunk height over many decades, with a crown spread of only 2 to 4 metres. Growth to that height is slow.
Is Livistona australis frost tolerant?
Yes, it handles light to moderate frost once established, which makes it one of the few large feature palms suited to cooler southern districts.
How fast does the Cabbage Tree Palm grow?
It grows at a moderate 30 to 60 centimetres per year. Young plants establish a crown first and only begin forming visible trunk after several years.
Is Livistona australis an Australian native?
Yes. It is native to the east coast of Australia from Queensland through New South Wales into eastern Victoria, occurring naturally in gullies and coastal forest.
Where does it work best in a garden?
Its narrow crown suits courtyards, entries, building lines and pool surrounds where vertical structure is wanted without a spreading canopy. It also works well in groups of three or five.
Does it need full sun?
It grows in full sun to part shade. Young plants appreciate some shade during establishment, after which they take full sun without difficulty.
How far apart should I plant Livistona australis?
Plant 3 to 4 metres apart for a grove or avenue effect. As a single feature allow 4 metres of clear space around the eventual crown.
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About Livistona australis
Livistona australis carries a crown of large glossy fan-shaped fronds on a tall slender ringed trunk, giving vertical structure without taking up ground space. The Cabbage Tree Palm is the hardiest large native palm available and works in far cooler districts than most palms tolerate.
Livistona australis reaches 15 to 25 metres of trunk height over many decades with a crown spread of just 2 to 4 metres, growing at 30 to 60 centimetres per year. That narrow footprint makes it viable in courtyards, along building lines, in street plantings and in tight civic spaces.
This Australian native tolerates light to moderate frost once established, which sets it apart from most feature palms, and grows in full sun to part shade. It handles coastal exposure and, once its roots are down, extended dry.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Livistona australis
How tall does Livistona australis grow?
The Cabbage Tree Palm reaches 15 to 25 metres of trunk height over many decades, with a crown spread of only 2 to 4 metres. Growth to that height is slow.
Is Livistona australis frost tolerant?
Yes, it handles light to moderate frost once established, which makes it one of the few large feature palms suited to cooler southern districts.
How fast does the Cabbage Tree Palm grow?
It grows at a moderate 30 to 60 centimetres per year. Young plants establish a crown first and only begin forming visible trunk after several years.
Is Livistona australis an Australian native?
Yes. It is native to the east coast of Australia from Queensland through New South Wales into eastern Victoria, occurring naturally in gullies and coastal forest.
Where does it work best in a garden?
Its narrow crown suits courtyards, entries, building lines and pool surrounds where vertical structure is wanted without a spreading canopy. It also works well in groups of three or five.
Does it need full sun?
It grows in full sun to part shade. Young plants appreciate some shade during establishment, after which they take full sun without difficulty.
How far apart should I plant Livistona australis?
Plant 3 to 4 metres apart for a grove or avenue effect. As a single feature allow 4 metres of clear space around the eventual crown.
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Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (moderate) (approx.).
Long Term Care For Your Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Planting Your Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm works in an:
Is Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm Evergreen or Deciduous?
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 15m to 25m (approx.) (trunk height, slow-growing)
Mature Width: 2m to 4m
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (moderate) (approx.).
Growth Rate of Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (moderate) (approx.).
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Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Is Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm frost tolerant?
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Does Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm Flower?
Livistona australis produces long, pendulous sprays of creamy-white flowers in late spring to early summer. These airy, lightly scented inflorescences emerge beneath the canopy and create a soft seasonal display that contrasts beautifully with the bold, fan-shaped fronds.
Does Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Cream
Is Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm an Australian Native Tree?
Yes
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm is Native to Native to eastern Australia, from Queensland to Victoria, where it grows naturally along rivers, swamps, and moist forests.
What is the Wildlife Value of Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm ?
Its flowers attract bees, beetles and a variety of small pollinating insects, while the canopy provides excellent roosting and shelter for small birds. The fruit that follows is eaten by birds and native wildlife, making it an important food source in coastal and subtropical ecosystems.
How much Sunlight does Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm need?
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Livistona australis performs best in well-drained loam or sandy soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It tolerates poorer coastal soils but may struggle in heavy clay or very wet ground unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the palm matures to support strong root health, robust frond development and long-term resilience.
Is Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm Drought Tolerant?
Is Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm Drought tolerant?
As a young palm it requires regular watering, but once established Livistona australis develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs well in warm, coastal and dry conditions, though it benefits from deep, occasional watering during prolonged dry spells to maintain lush fronds and steady growth.
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Livistona australis is loved for its tall, slender trunk crowned with large fan-shaped leaves, and its dramatic presence as one of Australia’s most iconic native palms.
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Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)
Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.
Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.
Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Enriched Planting Mix
What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?
It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.
What plants is it suitable for?
It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.
Is it safe for natives?
No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.
Is it certified organic?
Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.
How much do I need?
Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.
Can I use it in pots?
It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.
Does it need to be watered in?
Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.
Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)
Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)
Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.
Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.
Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Enriched Planting Mix
What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?
It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.
What plants is it suitable for?
It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.
Is it safe for natives?
No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.
Is it certified organic?
Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.
How much do I need?
Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.
Can I use it in pots?
It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.
Does it need to be watered in?
Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.
Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)
Syzygium paniculatum 'Backyard Bliss' Lilly Pilly
Syzygium paniculatum 'Backyard Bliss' Lilly Pilly
Syzygium paniculatum 'Backyard Bliss' is a fast-growing, low-maintenance Australian native ideal for creating dense, lush hedges. Its vibrant evergreen foliage is complemented by striking coppery bronze new growth, making it a gorgeous and eye-catching feature in any garden.
They look excellent when planted as privacy screens or formal hedges and work well for topiary or standalone ornamental trees. Summer brings fluffy cream-white blossoms that attract bees and native birds, boosting your garden's ecological value.
Thriving in full sun to part shade and adaptable to well-drained soils, including clay and sandy types, this resilient tree is drought and frost tolerant once established. For added landscape interest, 'Backyard Bliss' hedges can be underplanted with shade-tolerant groundcovers or small flowering plants to create layered garden designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Syzygium paniculatum 'Backyard Bliss' Lilly Pilly
How tall does Backyard Bliss Lilly Pilly grow?
Backyard Bliss reaches 4-5 metres tall and around 2 metres wide at maturity. With regular trimming it can be maintained at any height between 1.5 and 4 metres, making it one of the most versatile lilly pilly varieties for Australian hedges.
How fast does Backyard Bliss grow?
Backyard Bliss is a fast-growing cultivar, adding roughly 1 metre of growth per year once established in good conditions. Expect a usable privacy hedge within 18-24 months from 45L pot size.
How far apart should I plant Backyard Bliss for a hedge?
Plant 60-80cm apart for a dense, fast-establishing formal hedge. For a looser informal screen, 1 metre spacing also works well.
Is Backyard Bliss psyllid resistant?
Yes. Backyard Bliss is one of the most psyllid-resistant lilly pilly varieties available, which is the main reason it outperforms older Syzygium cultivars across Australian gardens.
Can Backyard Bliss grow in pots?
Yes. Backyard Bliss performs well in large pots (minimum 50L) and is widely used as a balcony screen or potted formal hedge with regular watering and feeding.
Will Backyard Bliss attract birds and pollinators?
Yes. The summer cream-white flowers attract native birds, bees, and pollinators, and the dense evergreen canopy provides shelter and nesting habitat.
How do I prune Backyard Bliss?
Trim two to three times through the warmer months to keep a formal hedge dense and even, starting while the plants are young so the base fills out properly. Light, regular clipping gives a better result than one hard cut. Backyard Bliss shoots readily from older wood, so it recovers well if you need to bring a hedge back down in height.
Syzygium paniculatum 'Backyard Bliss' Lilly Pilly
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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'
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Snow Maiden'
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Snow Maiden'
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Snow Maiden' is a compact evergreen shrub that delivers a fresh burst of fragrant pure white flowers from late winter into spring. The dense mounding habit and glossy dark green foliage give it a lush, polished year-round appearance.
Snow Maiden grows to just 1-1.5 metres tall and wide, holding a naturally tidy rounded form with minimal pruning. The compact size makes it an excellent choice for low clipped hedges, borders, mass plantings, and containers, and it works well as a standout specimen in mixed plantings. Small dark berries follow the flowers.
Snow Maiden performs well in full sun to part shade and is drought hardy once established, thriving in coastal gardens and a wide range of well-drained soils. It is salt tolerant, low maintenance, and needs only moderate water while establishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Rhaphiolepis indica 'Snow Maiden'
How tall does Snow Maiden Rhaphiolepis grow?
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Snow Maiden' grows to 1-1.5 metres tall and wide, forming a naturally compact dense mound.
How fast does Snow Maiden grow?
Snow Maiden has a moderate growth rate of 20-40cm per year once established.
When does Snow Maiden flower?
Snow Maiden produces masses of pure white flowers from late winter into spring, followed by small dark berries.
Is Snow Maiden good for low hedges?
Yes. Snow Maiden is one of the best compact evergreen shrubs for low hedges, borders, and mass plantings, holding a tidy rounded form with minimal pruning.
Is Snow Maiden drought and salt tolerant?
Yes. Snow Maiden 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 Snow Maiden for a low hedge?
Plant 50-70cm apart for a continuous low hedge, or 80cm-1 metre for a softer informal border.
Where does Snow Maiden grow best in Australia?
Snow Maiden 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 'Snow Maiden'
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'
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
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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Perfect Substitutes for Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Livistona australis carries a crown of large glossy fan-shaped fronds on a tall slender ringed trunk, giving vertical structure without taking up ground space. The Cabbage Tree Palm is the hardiest large native palm available and works in far cooler districts than most palms tolerate.
Livistona australis reaches 15 to 25 metres of trunk height over many decades with a crown spread of just 2 to 4 metres, growing at 30 to 60 centimetres per year. That narrow footprint makes it viable in courtyards, along building lines, in street plantings and in tight civic spaces.
This Australian native tolerates light to moderate frost once established, which sets it apart from most feature palms, and grows in full sun to part shade. It handles coastal exposure and, once its roots are down, extended dry.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Livistona australis
How tall does Livistona australis grow?
The Cabbage Tree Palm reaches 15 to 25 metres of trunk height over many decades, with a crown spread of only 2 to 4 metres. Growth to that height is slow.
Is Livistona australis frost tolerant?
Yes, it handles light to moderate frost once established, which makes it one of the few large feature palms suited to cooler southern districts.
How fast does the Cabbage Tree Palm grow?
It grows at a moderate 30 to 60 centimetres per year. Young plants establish a crown first and only begin forming visible trunk after several years.
Is Livistona australis an Australian native?
Yes. It is native to the east coast of Australia from Queensland through New South Wales into eastern Victoria, occurring naturally in gullies and coastal forest.
Where does it work best in a garden?
Its narrow crown suits courtyards, entries, building lines and pool surrounds where vertical structure is wanted without a spreading canopy. It also works well in groups of three or five.
Does it need full sun?
It grows in full sun to part shade. Young plants appreciate some shade during establishment, after which they take full sun without difficulty.
How far apart should I plant Livistona australis?
Plant 3 to 4 metres apart for a grove or avenue effect. As a single feature allow 4 metres of clear space around the eventual crown.
Livistona australis – Cabbage Tree Palm / Fan Palm
Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum
Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum
Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' / Watergum Trees is a dependable choice for structured feature and street tree planting in urban and coastal landscapes. Its compact, upright form with dense, glossy evergreen foliage and striking copper-bronze new growth creates year-round visual interest and clean architectural lines.
Growing 7-10 metres tall with a 4-5 metre spread, it thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates coastal exposure, urban pollution, and moderate drought. Its fragrant yellow flowers in late spring to summer add seasonal appeal.
For greater landscape impact, plant 'Luscious' with low-growing groundcovers or shade-tolerant shrubs beneath to enhance layered texture and biodiversity. Its tidy habit and pruning tolerance make it ideal for formal streetscapes, courtyards, or informal screening in medium to large gardens.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum
How tall does Luscious Watergum grow?
Luscious grows to 7-10 metres tall with a 4-5 metre spread, with a compact upright form.
How fast does Luscious grow?
Luscious has a moderate growth rate of 40-60cm per year once established.
Is Luscious suitable for street planting?
Yes. Luscious is widely used by Australian councils as a street tree thanks to its tolerance of urban pollution, coastal exposure, and tight pavement conditions.
Is Luscious an Australian native?
Yes. Tristaniopsis laurina is an Australian native, naturally found along watercourses on the east coast.
When does Luscious flower?
Fragrant yellow flowers appear in late spring to summer, typically November to January.
How far apart should I plant Luscious for a row or hedge?
Plant 1.5-2 metres apart for a continuous canopy or row, or 3-4 metres for individual feature trees.
Is Luscious frost tolerant?
Luscious handles light to moderate frost once established, which suits most temperate and coastal gardens along the east coast. Young trees are more sensitive, so protect them through their first winter or two in areas that get regular heavy frost. In cold inland districts, plant in a sheltered position with good drainage and mulch the root zone to keep soil temperatures steadier.
Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem', known as the Little Gem Magnolia, is a compact, evergreen Southern Magnolia cultivar prized for its upright, dense, conical form and glossy green leaves with bronze undersides. Growing 4-6 metres tall and 2-3 metres wide, it's perfect for smaller gardens, containers, or formal screens.
This tree produces large, fragrant creamy-white flowers up to 20 cm in diameter, blooming intermittently year-round with a peak in late spring to summer. It is pest-resistant, tolerates urban pollution, and is drought-tolerant once established.
Preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil, it requires low maintenance with pruning after flowering to maintain shape. The 'Little Gem' attracts pollinators and offers elegant year-round foliage and floral interest in compact spaces.
Little Gem or Teddy Bear? Little Gem grows taller (4-6m) with a more open conical form, ideal for tall narrow hedges and formal screens. Its sister cultivar Teddy Bear stays more compact (3-4m) with a denser, rounded habit better suited to small formal features and tight courtyard spaces. Both share the same glossy foliage with bronze undersides and large fragrant white blooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
How tall does Little Gem Magnolia grow?
Little Gem grows to 4-6 metres tall and 2-3 metres wide, with an upright pyramidal form.
How fast does Little Gem grow?
Little Gem is a slow to moderate grower, adding 20-40cm per year. Patience is rewarded with a dense, formal habit.
Is Little Gem suitable for hedging?
Yes. Little Gem makes an excellent formal hedge or screen, particularly in narrow spaces. Plant 1-1.5 metres apart for a continuous screen.
When does Little Gem flower?
Large fragrant creamy-white flowers appear intermittently year-round, with peak flush from late spring to summer (November to February in Australia).
What is the difference between Little Gem and Teddy Bear Magnolia?
Both are compact grandiflora magnolias. Little Gem is taller (4-6m) with a more open conical form, while Teddy Bear (3-4m) is bushier with a denser, rounded habit. Choose Little Gem for tall narrow hedges and Teddy Bear for compact formal features in smaller spaces.
Can Little Gem grow in pots?
Yes. Little Gem is well suited to large pots (60L+) and is widely used as a formal feature in courtyards, narrow garden beds, and balconies.
Where in Australia does Little Gem Magnolia grow best?
Little Gem is one of the more adaptable magnolias and grows well across most of Australia, from Queensland through NSW, VIC, SA, WA, and Tasmania. It prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil that is slightly acidic to neutral. Once established it handles frost, heat, and dry spells, though it appreciates a deep watering through long hot summers.
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
Ficus hillii 'Flash'
Ficus hillii 'Flash'
Ficus hillii 'Flash' is a fast-growing evergreen commonly used for dense hedging, privacy screening, and pleaching. With lime-green new growth that contrasts against its glossy, dark green foliage, it delivers a clean, structured look suited to residential and commercial landscapes.
This variety is valued for its compact form, fast establishment, and low maintenance requirements. It responds exceptionally well to pruning, making it easy to maintain at a consistent height and shape, ideal for boundary lines, green walls, or formal hedges.
It grows best in full sun to part shade and performs reliably across a range of soil types. Once established, it holds its structure well and delivers consistent coverage throughout the year.
Ficus 'Flash' is one of our best sellers, chosen regularly by landscapers, councils and developers for projects that demand fast results, clean structure, and minimal upkeep.
Flash or Hillii? Ficus Hillii 'Flash' holds a more upright, compact form with vivid lime-green new growth contrasting against deep glossy foliage, perfect for formal hedges, pleaching and structured streetscapes. The original Ficus Hillii, also known as Hill's Weeping Fig, has a softer, denser weeping habit better suited to natural, flowing screens and shaded canopies.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Ficus Hillii Flash
How tall does Ficus Hillii Flash grow?
Ficus Hillii Flash grows to 6-10 metres but is most commonly kept clipped between 2 and 5 metres as a formal hedge.
How fast does Ficus Hillii Flash grow?
Flash is one of the fastest-growing hedging trees in Australia, adding up to 1.5 metres per year in optimal conditions.
Are Ficus Flash roots invasive?
Like all ficus, Flash has vigorous roots. Plant at least 4 metres from buildings, paving, and pipes. For tighter areas, use large above-ground planters.
How far apart should I plant Ficus Flash for a hedge?
Plant 60-80cm apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 metre for a more relaxed screen.
What is the difference between Ficus Flash and standard Ficus Hillii?
Flash is more upright, compact, and faster to establish, while standard Hillii has a softer weeping habit. Flash is the preferred choice for formal hedges and pleached screens.
Is Ficus Flash suitable for pleaching?
Yes. Flash is one of the most popular pleaching trees in Australia thanks to its dense upright form and excellent response to pruning.
Is Ficus Flash frost tolerant?
Ficus Flash prefers warm, frost-free conditions and is best suited to coastal and subtropical areas along the eastern seaboard. Established plants shrug off the occasional light frost, but soft new growth burns easily and repeated heavy frost will set a hedge back. In colder inland districts, plant in a sheltered spot such as a north-facing wall, or choose a hardier hedging species.
Ficus hillii 'Flash'
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