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Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia

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Size: 30cm

30cm 40cm/45L 100L 200L 400L

Current Stock Height Guides

30cm: Enquire within for height guide information.
40cm/45L: 1.3m – 1.5m Approx.
100L: 1.8m – 3m Approx.
200L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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 mustconfirm 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.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 5m

Mature Width: 2m to 3m

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia

Randia fitzalanii, also listed as Atractocarpus fitzalanii, is the Native Gardenia, an evergreen Australian rainforest tree with a dense rounded crown of broad glossy dark green leaves. Cream flowers carrying the same heavy perfume as a true gardenia appear in spring and summer, followed by round orange fruit.

Full sun to part shade suits it, in fertile, well drained soil kept reasonably moist. It is at home in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate coastal gardens, growing 20 to 40 centimetres a year. Young plants are frost sensitive, so give them shelter in cooler districts until they are well established.

It is used as a feature tree, a clipped screen, or a fragrant addition to a native planting. It takes to pots near entries and courtyards where the scent carries. Councils and developers specify it for civic planting because the crown holds its shape with almost no pruning.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Native Gardenia

What is a Native Gardenia?

Randia fitzalanii, also listed as Atractocarpus fitzalanii, is an Australian rainforest tree from northern Queensland. It carries broad glossy dark green leaves in a dense rounded crown and produces cream, heavily perfumed flowers much like a true gardenia, followed by round orange fruit that birds take readily.

How big does Native Gardenia grow?

In cultivation it typically reaches 3 to 6 metres tall with a spread of 2 to 3 metres, which makes it manageable in a suburban backyard as well as in a larger landscape. The crown is naturally rounded and upright, so it holds a tidy shape without much intervention from you.

When does Native Gardenia flower?

Flowering runs through spring and summer, roughly September to February, with the heaviest flush in the warmer months. The cream flowers are strongly perfumed, particularly in the evening, and are followed by orange fruit that ripens over the following months. Warmth and reliable moisture bring on the best flowering.

Does Native Gardenia need sun or shade?

It grows well in full sun to part shade. Full sun gives the densest crown and the heaviest flowering, while part shade suits hotter inland positions and produces a slightly more open habit with larger, darker leaves. Protection from strong drying wind helps the foliage stay glossy and unmarked.

Is Native Gardenia frost tolerant?

Only marginally. It comes from subtropical and tropical rainforest, so young plants are damaged by frost and mature trees tolerate no more than a light touch of it. In cool districts plant it in a sheltered, north facing spot, under an existing canopy, or grow it in a pot that can be moved.

How far apart should I plant Native Gardenia for a screen?

For a dense informal screen, space plants 1 to 1.5 metres apart. For a tighter formal hedge, plant at 80 centimetres. As a feature tree allow 3 to 4 metres so the canopy can develop fully, or 3 metres apart for an even avenue along a driveway or entry road.

How do I care for Native Gardenia?

Plant in fertile, well drained soil, water regularly through the first two summers and mulch to hold moisture. Feed in spring with a slow release fertiliser suited to natives. Prune lightly straight after flowering to keep the crown dense. Established trees need little beyond occasional watering in dry spells.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

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.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Screening or Privacy
Council or Civic Landscapes

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia works in an:

Tropical Garden – lush, leafy planting for a resort-style atmosphere.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.

Is Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia Evergreen or Deciduous?

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 5m

Mature Width: 2m to 3m

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year.

Growth Rate of Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia

Is Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia frost tolerant?

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

Does Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia Flower?

Randia fitzalanii produces highly fragrant, creamy-white flowers through the warmer months, typically from spring to early autumn. These star-shaped blooms stand out beautifully against the glossy green foliage and give the plant strong ornamental value both in gardens and as a feature shrub.

Does Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring
Summer

Flower Type:

Clustered
Fragrant
Pollinator-attracting

Flower Colour:

Cream

Is Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia is Native to Native to tropical rainforests of northern Queensland, from Cape York Peninsula through Townsville.

What is the Wildlife Value of Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia ?

Its fragrant flowers attract bees and beneficial insects, while the dense evergreen foliage provides valuable shelter for small birds. The fruit that follows is also used by wildlife, making Randia fitzalanii an excellent biodiversity-supporting shrub for subtropical and tropical gardens.

How much Sunlight does Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia need?

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Randia fitzalanii performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate lighter sandy soils if enriched with organic matter to improve moisture retention and fertility. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless significantly improved, as poor drainage can reduce vigour and flowering. Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.

Is Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia Drought Tolerant?

Is Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering to establish properly. Once established, Native Gardenia develops moderate drought tolerance and maintains fresh, glossy foliage through warm, dry periods when planted in well-drained soil. Occasional supplementary watering during extended heat helps preserve flower production and overall vigour.

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How To Plant Your Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia

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

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

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

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

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

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

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

Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia

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

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

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

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

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

Planting Your Randia fitzalanii – Native Gardenia in Different Soil

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

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

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

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

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