Search a wide range of plants for the Canberra region

Native, Locally Occurring

0.3-0.5m high x 0.3-0.5m wide

Uses: Ornamental, native gardens, rockeries

Ecological function: Provides habitat for insects

Description: Compact, rounded shrub with silvery-grey foliage and small, lemon-yellow flowers. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; drought tolerant.

Native, Origin TAS, VIC, NSW – EVERGREEN

3m high x2m wide

Uses: Ornamental, hedge, bird-attracting

Ecological function: Provides nectar for birds and insects

Description: Shrub with silvery-green foliage and cream to pale yellow bottlebrush flowers. Adaptable to various soil types, prefers full sun.

Exotic – EVERGREEN

0.3-0.6m high x 0.6-1m wide

Uses: Ornamental, ground cover, hanging baskets

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators; provides ground cover

Description: Trailing plant with woolly, silver-grey leaves and small, yellow flower heads. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; drought tolerant.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS

2-5m high x 2-4m wide

Uses: Ornamental, hedge, perfumed gardens

Ecological function: Attracts butterflies and bees with fragrant flowers

Description: Large shrub or small tree with heart-shaped leaves and fragrant, lilac to purple (sometimes white) flower clusters in spring. Prefers full sun and well-drained, fertile soil.

Native, Origin NSW, QLD – EVERGREEN

3-5m high x 2-3m wide

Uses: Hedge, screen, ornamental, Potted plant

Ecological function: Provides food and shelter for wildlife

Description: Shrub with glossy green leaves and white flowers followed by purple berries. Adaptable to various soil types, drought-resistant once established. Grow under cover/shelter because it is frost sensitive.

Cultivars Available: ‘Allyn Magic’, ‘Firescreen’, ‘Hedgemaster’, ‘Hot Flush’, ‘Sublime’

Exotic – EVERGREEN

1-3m high x 1-2m wide

Uses: Ornamental, border planting, shaded gardens

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators and provides shelter

Description: Bushy shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, and chains of bell-shaped, white or pink flowers in spring. Prefers partial shade and acidic, well-drained soil; sensitive to high pH levels.