Search a wide range of plants for the Canberra region

Exotic

0.2-0.4m high x 0.1-0.2m wide

Uses: Ornamental, fragrant gardens, container planting

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Description: Bulbous plant with dense, fragrant flower spikes in a range of colours. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, fertile soil.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS

1-2m high x 1-2m wide

Uses: Ornamental, border planting, shade gardens, cut flowers

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators; provides shelter for small fauna

Description: Bushy shrub with large, rounded leaves and mop-head or lace-cap flowers in shades of blue, pink, white, or purple. Prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil; soil pH affects flower colour.

Cultivars Available: ‘Endless Summer’, ‘Nikko Blue’

Exotic – EVERGREEN

1-2m high x 1-2m wide

Uses: Ornamental, hedge

Ecological function: Provides habitat and attracts pollinators

Description: Dense shrub with leathery, dark green leaves and clusters of pink to white flowers, followed by dark blue berries. Prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil; salt tolerant.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS TREE

5-8m high x 4-6m wide

Uses: Ornamental, avenue planting, specimen tree

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators

Description: Medium-sized tree with showy, pink to white blossoms in spring and serrated leaves. Prefers full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. Do not plant if you live near bushland as it can invade local bush.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS TREE

4-6m high x 3-4m wide

Uses: Ornamental, specimen tree, fragrant garden

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators

Description: Small tree with fragrant, pink to white flowers in late winter to early spring, followed by edible fruit. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Do not plant if you live near bushland as it can invade local bush.

Exotic – EVERGREEN

0.3-0.5m high x 1.5-2m wide

Uses: Ground cover, ornamental, erosion control

Ecological function: Provides ground cover and habitat for insects

Description: Low-growing, spreading juniper with soft, green needles. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; salt and drought tolerant.