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Native, Origin NSW, VIC – EVERGREEN

0.2-0.5m high x 0.5-1m wide

Uses: Ground cover

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Description: Spreading ground cover with fleshy leaves and fan-shaped blue, purple, or white flowers. Prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil; drought tolerant, frost sensitive.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS

0.2-0.4m high x 0.2-0.3m wide

Uses: Ornamental, container planting, borders

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators

Description: Delicate, herbaceous perennial with rosettes of soft leaves and tiers of small, pastel-coloured flowers. Prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

1-2m high x 1-3m wide (can climb higher if supported)

Uses: Ornamental, climber, ground cover

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators and provides habitat

Ngunnawal use: Boiled leaves make a slightly sweet tea. Also used as a mouthwash for ulcers & to treat chest infections. Used as a seasonal indicator — when it flowers fat fish can be caught. Flowers can be used to make dye. With treatment the stems can be used to make rope and string. Flowers were eaten to treat liver and kidney complaints.

Description: Vigorous climbing plant or ground cover with dark green leaves and vibrant purple pea-like flowers. Prefers full sun to part shade; well-drained soil.

Cultivars Available: ‘Happy Wanderer’,

Native, Locally occurring – EVERGREEN

0.3-3m high x 1-2m wide

Uses: Ornamental, native gardens, screening

Ecological function: Attracts nectar-feeding birds and insects

Description: Shrub with divided, prickly fan-like leaves and cream flowers. Prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soil; drought-tolerant. Requires some care.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS

5-10m high x 5-10m wide

Uses: Fruit production, ornamental, shade tree

Ecological function: Provides food for wildlife; large species offer shade

Description: Tree or shrub with large, broad leaves and edible figs. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; water regularly during growing and fruiting seasons

Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

0.5-1m high x 0.5-1m wide

Uses: Fernery, shaded gardens, moist areas, water features

Ecological function: Provides habitat for moisture-loving fauna

Description: Upright fern with glossy, dark green fronds. Prefers moist, shaded environments and well-drained, acidic soil.