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Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

4-10m high x 3m wide

Uses: Shade tree, ornamental, soil improvement (nitrogen fixing)

Ecological function: Habitat for birds and insects. Flowers provide nectar for pollinators.

Description: Fast-growing, hardy, cold-tolerant, red stems, narrow leaves, yellow flowers, bushy habit.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS

1.5-2.5m high x 1.5-2.5m wide

Uses: Ornamental, hedge, scented gardens

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators and provides habitat

Description: Shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of fragrant, white to pink flowers in spring. Prefers full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS

0.5-1m high x 0.5-1m wide

Uses: Ornamental, border planting, cottage gardens

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators like bees

Description: Compact shrub with slender branches, small leaves, and clusters of white flowers. Prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil.

Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

1.5-2,5m high x 1.5-3m wide

Uses: Ornamental, endangered species conservation, rockeries

Ecological function: Attracts nectar-feeding birds and insects

Description: Rare shrub with greenish leaves and cream to pale yellow & pink flowers. Requires well-drained soil and protection from extreme weather; frost tolerant.

Native, Origin NSW, QLD – EVERGREEN

6m high x 3m wide

Uses: Ornamental, screen, erosion control

Ecological function: Provides food and shelter for wildlife

Description: Weeping habit with bright green leaves and red bottlebrush flowers. Thrives in full sun and tolerates drought.

Cultivars Available: ‘Little John’

Native, Locally Occurring – EVERGREEN

0.1-0.3m high x 0.2x1m wide

Uses: native meadows, lawn alternative

Ecological function: Provides habitat and food for wildlife

Description: spreading fine leaved grass. Prefers semi-shaded site under trees. Plant 20-50 plants per square metre for informal lawn.