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Callistemons are native, evergreen
bushes which produce colourful masses of flowers. They are especially good for
attracting birds and wildlife. Callistemons generally prefer full sun or part
shade and will grow from 1 to 4 metres high and wide depending on the variety.
Callistemons are hardy and will tolerate dry soils, drought and coastal areas,
with some protection. Calistemons should be pruned after flowering. Some
varieties, eg. Little John, are also suitable for pots. Varieties available are
Dawson River Weeper, Kings Park Special, Endeavour Bottlebrush, Captain Cook,
Little John, Reeves Pink and Perth Pink. |
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CORREA |
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The Correa is a native, evergreen
bush which grows to around 1 metre high and wide. It has hanging bell shaped
flowers and dense foliage which requires pruning when flowering has finished.
Correas are hardy and will grow in a variety of soils and locations, including
coastal areas. Correas will attract nectar feeding birds. Varieties available
are Pulchella (orange), Pulchella Pink Mist (pink) and Pulchella Dusky Bells
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DIOSMA |
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Diosmas are compact, hardy flowering
shrubs which prefer full sun to part shade. Foliage is scented and heather like
in appearance and flowers are small and star shaped. Diosmas are great for use
as rockery or border plants and are also suitable for pots. Diosmas grow to
around 80cm high and spread to various widths depending on the variety. They are
frost hardy and require pruning after flowering to shape. Varieties available
are Golden Diosma, White Diosma, Red Diosma, Dwarf Pink Diosma and Diosma Lemon
Splash. |
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GREVILLEA |
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Grevilleas are flowering, evergreen
native shrubs which prefer full sun to part shade. They grow in a variety of
conditions and locations including coastal areas, are hardy and drought
resistant. They will grow 50cm to 3 metres high and 1 to 4 metres wide and will
attract birds and wildlife. Grevilleas are ideal for native themed gardens or as
screening plants and the prostrate varieties are ideal for rockeries and as
ground covers. Varieties available are Olivacea Orange, Superb, Crithmifolia,
Robyn Gordon, Lemon Supreme, Sea Spray, Gin Gin Gem, Bonnie Prince Charlie and
Mt Tamboritha. |
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VIBURNUM |
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Viburnum is an evergreen shrub which
produces clusters of scented flowers. It prefers full sun to part shade and will
grow to around 3 to 4 metres high and 3 metres wide. They will grow under a
variety of conditions and in various locations and soil types. Viburnums are
fast growing and make effective screen or hedge plants. |
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