Search a wide range of plants for the Canberra region

Exotic – EVERGREEN

0.1-0.35m high x 0.3-0.6m wide

Uses: Ground cover, ornamental, under trees

Ecological function: Attracts bees and butterflies

Description: Mat-forming perennial with glossy leaves and spikes of blue, violet, or white flowers. Prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Cultivars Available: ‘Burgundy Glow’, ‘Catlin’s Giant’, ‘Black Scallop’

Native, Locally Occurring

0.3-0.6m high x 0.2-0.3m wide

Uses: Ornamental, native gardens, rockeries

Ecological function: Attracts pollinators

Ngunnawal use: Tuberous roots were roasted and eaten. Harvesting of bulbine lillies by women with digging sticks prepares the site for the germinations of seeds for next crop.

Description: Clump-forming perennial with succulent, linear leaves and yellow star-shaped flowers. Prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant.

Exotic – EVERGREEN

1.5-6m high x 1.5-3m wide

Uses: Ornamental, hedging, shade gardens

Ecological function: Provides nectar for insects & birds

Description: Large, glossy leaves with large, showy flowers in various colours. Prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Cultivars Available: Many, including ‘Nuccio’s Gem’, ‘Black Lace’, ‘Debutante’

Exotic – EVERGREEN

4m high x 3m wide

Uses: Ornamental, hedge, screen, container planting

Ecological function: Provides shelter and habitat for small birds & nectar for insects and birds

Description: Glossy, dark green leaves with fragrant, delicate flowers in shades of white, pink, and red. Prefers partial shade to full sun and well-drained acidic soil; sensitive to extreme sun and dry conditions.

Cultivars Available: ‘Yuletide’, ‘Setsugekka’, ‘Kanjiro’

Exotic – DECIDUOUS

7m high x 5m wide

Uses: Ornamental, specimen tree, fruits for jam

Ecological function: Attracts bees and provides fruit for birds

Description: Medium-sized tree with fragrant pink flowers and decorative red fruits. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; moderately drought tolerant.

Exotic – DECIDUOUS TREE

6-12m high x 6-12m wide

Uses: Ornamental, shade tree, autumn colour

Ecological function: Provides habitat and food for birds

Description: Medium-sized tree with broad, rounded canopy, heart-shaped leaves turning brilliant red, orange, or yellow in autumn, and waxy, white fruit. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; drought tolerant.