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Bush Garden (Page 21 of 28)
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This shrub reaches 1.5 x 1.5m. "Snowstorm" is the dwarf form of Melaleuca linariifolia. This lovely shrub has a profusion of fluffy flowers in late spring, flowers are similiar to the bottlebrush. This plant is very hardy if the plant has adequate moisture.Makes a wonderful specimen shrub and great privacy hedge and attracts ins...
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Showy Honey Myrtle (Melaleuca nesophila)A tall bushy shrub to 4m with deep mauve fluffy staminate flowers that are full of nectar in late spring and summer. These are followed by woody capsules that may persist on the branches. This native of Western Australia makes a fast growing hedge or screen. Dense foliage helps in this reg...
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Description: One species of lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) is found through tropical Australia. Round leaves on long stalks are held high above the water. Showy fragrant flowers also borne on long stalks come in pink and white to 30cm across. These are followed by decorative flat-topped seed heads. Roots, stalks and seed heads are all...
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Goodenia is a small open shrub growing to 1m with glossy green foliage and small bright yellow fan shaped flowers in spring and summer. Named for the 18th century botanist, Samuel Goodenough, Goodenia is native to all states of Australia except Western Australia.Planting: Plant into well drained soil, well prepared with co...
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Description: Cinnamon Wattle is brand new and rare, one of the most significant discoveries in horticulture in recent times. It has been selected as Victoria’s floral emblem for the Centenary of Federation celebrations. This chance find by bush walkers in a state forest north-east of Melbourne. This single blood-red flowered wat...
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