Search a wide range of plants for the Canberra region

Exotic – DECIDUOUS

1.5-2.5m high x 1.5-2.5m wide

Uses: Ornamental, hedging, attracts pollinators

Ecological function: Provides nectar for bees and butterflies

Description: Glossy leaves and white to pink, fragrant flowers from spring to autumn. Prefers sun to partial shade and may need additional watering during prolonged dry periods in Canberra.

Cultivars Available: ‘Edward Goucher’, ‘Francis Mason’, ‘Kaleidoscope’

Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

0.1-0.3m high x 0.5-1m wide

Uses: Ground cover, rockeries, shaded gardens, water features.

Ecological function: Provides cover and habitat in moist, shaded areas

Description: Low-growing fern with small fronds spreading to form a mat. Prefers cool, moist conditions and shaded locations.

Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

0.1-0.3m high x 0.3-0.6m wide

Uses: Ground cover, ornamental, understorey planting

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators like bees

Ngunnawal use: The leaves are placed in hot water and used to bathe skin sores and boils.

Description: Low-growing perennial with rosettes of green leaves and spikes of blue or violet flowers. Prefers part shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

1-2m high x 1-2m wide

Uses: Ornamental, native gardens, habitat restoration

Ecological function: Provides nectar for insects

Ngunnawal use: Fish poison: the leaves and roots are crushed and added to pools of water, stunning the fish for easy catching. Pink flowers are used as an effective dye.

Description: Slender shrub with fine blue-green leaves and pink to purple pea like flowers. Full sun to part shade; adaptable to most soil types; drought tolerant. Provide frost protection when young.

Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

0.6-1.5m high x 0.5-1m wide

Uses: Ornamental, native landscaping, erosion control

Ecological function: Provides seeds for birds and habitat for insects & small reptiles

Description: Graceful grass with fine foliage and tall, feathery seed heads. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; enjoys extra water in summer.

Exotic – EVERGREEN

6m high x 5m wide

Uses: Culinary, ornamental, hedging

Ecological function: Provides shelter and berries for birds

Description: Aromatic tree with glossy green leaves used in cooking. Prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil; drought tolerant once established.