Plant Guide

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

1 month ago

Some landscapes flood briefly then dry out. Others stay damp for extended periods. Sites like that can be difficult to choose plants for, because it’s often not just the wet…

Native grasses for frost tolerance: ACT, alpine regions, and cold rural south

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, Article, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

1 month ago

If you’re looking for frost-tolerant native Australian grasses you can buy online right now, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will give you a list of the strongest-performing…

Native grasses for coastal positions & where to buy them

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, Article, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

2 months ago

Frontline versus non-frontline Coastal gardens fail when plants cannot cope with salt, wind, and exposure. The key distinction is whether the planting is frontline, exposed to salt spray, or set…

Native grasses for clay soil and where to buy them online

2 months ago

Clay soil does not fail plants because it is “bad”. It fails plants because it stays wet longer, compacts easily, and limits oxygen around roots. Native grasses that succeed in…

Fastigiate Natives for Privacy in Small Gardens

HEDGING AND SCREENING, Article

2 months ago

Narrow gardens and courtyards need plants that grow up rather than out. Fastigiate natives like Straight and Narrow™ Syzygium, SLIM™ Callistemon and Space Saver™ Melaleuca are Australian native hedges/shrubs that provide screening without…

Choosing the Right Lilly Pilly for Your Hedge

TREES, HEDGING AND SCREENING

2 months ago

Lilly pillies (species of Syzygium, Waterhousea and Acmena) are versatile evergreens. Think of them like rainforest edge type trees: they are fast‑growing, and thrive in moist (not wet) fertile soil…

Best rain garden plants in Australia and where to buy them

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2 months ago

Rain gardens capture roof and surface water and allow it to soak into the ground rather than rush into storm drains. Ideal rain garden plants moderate moisture movement, filter pollutants,…

Best plants for wet areas in Australian gardens, and where to buy them online

HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, Article, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING

2 months ago

Wet areas are not always obvious until plants fail. Low points, blocked drainage, and compacted soil all create conditions where water lingers. Especially when clay dominates the texture and there…

Best plants for periodic wet and dry conditions, and where to buy them online in Australia

Article, GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

2 months ago

Many Australian sites swing between saturated soil and drought. In mediterranean climates like Perth, it’s hot and dry in summer and cool and wet in winter. Meanwhile, in subtropical Brisbane,…

Best commercial Australian landscape grasses: Meeting specification under neglect

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2 months ago

Commercial landscapes demand plants that survive the harsh realities of the Australian urban landscape with varying degrees of neglect and unskilled maintenance care. In most cases, commercial and public landscapes…

Best bioswale plants in Australia and where to buy them online

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, Article

2 months ago

Australian gardeners and landscape professionals are increasingly designing with water movement in mind. Bioswales are landscape elements that slow, capture, and filter stormwater while reducing erosion and improving water quality.…

Australian Poas: easy drought- and frost-reliable native grasses for the southern half of Australia

2 months ago

If you garden south of Sydney in Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Hobart, Perth, or regional areas, native grasses can feel like a safe choice, but also a confusing one. Many promise…

Australian grasses that replace lawn and still look intentional

2 months ago

Lawns are great if you want to kick a football, if you have dogs, or if you want something that can handle a lot of foot traffic. But more and…

Almost bulletproof: The toughest Australian ornamental grasses you can buy online

2 months ago

Some plants fail loudly. Others quietly keep going even when conditions are not ideal. If you are buying native grasses online, especially without seeing them once mature in the ground…

Buy short, tough Aloe bred for Australian landscape conditions: Basically no maintenance

MASS PLANTING, Article

2 months ago

Aloes are amazing. Not only are they a natural medicine for a range of skin conditions including burns, they’re also incredibly beautiful and functional. As long as they don’t experience…

Best saltbush cultivars and where to buy them online: Rhagodia spinescens

2 months ago

Saltbushes are some of the toughest Australian plants when it comes to drought and salt tolerance. They’re often specified for dry inland positions, coastal areas, and to remediate soils with…

Best non-weedy Agapanthus plants in Australia – where to buy online

2 months ago

Agapanthus plants have long been a staple in Australian gardens, especially in cooler climates where they can provide year-round lush green foliage that can be used for tropic vibes or…

Best Low Mow Lawn Alternatives

2 months ago

Are you looking for an alternative to your lawn that won’t need to be mown every 2-6 weeks in order to stay ornamental? Perhaps you’d also like to gain some…

Best Kangaroo paws: Where to buy online

2 months ago

Kangaroo paws are an iconic Australian clumping plant, and one of our most famous West Australian wildflowers. Unfortunately, they can be short-lived, especially in eastern climates that don’t have perfectly-draining…

Best Hibbertia to buy online: Groundcover vs climber snake vine varieties

2 months ago

Hibbertia scandens is an incredible Australian plant that sometimes goes by the common name snake vine or guinea flower. It usually flowers well through the warmer months, but the two…

Where to Buy Lomandras Online for Erosion Control

2 months ago

Looking for Lomandras that’ll tame erosion while looking good? These rugged Australian plants hold soil in place, even on slopes, and they’re just as easy to order online. All plants…

Buy Lomandras Online for Bioswales, Rain Gardens and Flooding- Root Rot Tested

2 months ago

Looking for Lomandras that won’t mind getting their feet wet? These root-rot-tested varieties are ideal for bioswales, rain gardens, and areas prone to flooding; and there’s no need to drive…

Buy Lomandra Species Native to QLD Online

2 months ago

Searching for Lomandra varieties that naturally occur in Queensland? This guide highlights top-performing species native to QLD and shows you exactly where you can order them online for quick, convenient…

Buy Lomandra Species Native to NSW Online

SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, GROUND COVERS, HEDGING AND SCREENING

2 months ago

Are you looking for Lomandras that are native to New South Wales? In this article, I’ll show you where to buy some of the best performing Lomandra species that are…

Best Australian Wildflowers: Long-lasting, beautiful and beneficial for wildlife

8 months ago

Wildflowers promise a lot: instant impact, bursts of seasonal colour, and that elusive sense of natural charm. But ask any specifier who’s worked on public or commercial landscapes—they rarely deliver…

Best Plant Types for Chop and Drop in Amenity Landscapes

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, GROUND COVERS, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS

8 months ago

If we wish to build sustainable landscapes, they must be self-sufficient without requiring constant mulch and fertiliser. One of the key ways to achieve this it to use the ‘chop…

Ozbreed’s year-round pollinator support palette

Plant Communities for Pollinator Support

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, GROUND COVERS, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS

9 months ago

Year-Round Pollinator Support Palette A planting guide to attract and sustain native pollinators year-round, while adding colour and structure to Australian landscapes. This planting palette is designed for Australian specifiers…

Plant Communities for Erosion Control

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, GROUND COVERS, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS

9 months ago

Building resilient, functional landscapes with complementary Australian native plants Soil erosion remains a critical challenge in Australian landscapes, particularly on sloping sites, embankments, and exposed ground. A well-designed planting scheme…

Top Climbers – Rambling

10 months ago

Some landscapes are neat and tidy with straight lines. Others embrace the wild natural habits of plants, and are able to make use of small gaps that the neat and…

Top Climbers – Climbing

HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

10 months ago

Are you looking for climbing plants? Whether you’re designing a courtyard garden, a fenceline trellis, or you’re providing privacy on a chainlink fence, the climbers in this list have all…

Top 10 Cascading Plants – Retaining Walls, Rocks & Slopes

10 months ago

Are you looking for plants for plants that cascade down? The plants in this list are perfect for softening hard lines, covering ground, and providing living mulch that feeds ecology…

Top 10 Bulletproof Plants (Almost)

HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING

10 months ago

Are you looking for plants for plants that are really hard to kill once established? The plants in the list below were bred for neglected roadsides and bioswales which receive…

Top 10 Shade-Loving Plants (Also for Full Sun)

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

12 months ago

Are you looking for a plant for a shady spot? Perhaps it receives only dappled shade throughout the day, or an hour of direct sunlight as the sun’s path directly…

Top 10 Mass and Mixed Planting Plants

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

12 months ago

Are you looking for plants for mass and mixed planting? Whether you’re looking for a large sward of a single variety, or a mix of shapes and textures that are…

Top 10 Fire Retardant Plants

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

12 months ago

Are you looking for plants for fire retardant plants? The plants you specify play a massive role in the fire safety of a landscape. Of course, they’re just one piece…

Top 10 Erosion Control Plants for Landscape Specification

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

12 months ago

Are you looking for plants to control erosion? Whether you’re trying to control erosion on a steep slope or seemingly flat ground, here are Ozbreed’s top 10 erosion controlling plants…

Best Native Australian Foliage Contrast Plants

TREES, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

1 year ago

Flowers are great, but there’s more to gardening than just seasonal blooms! If you’re looking for native Aussie plants with colourful foliage, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re looking…

Best Dietes That Aren’t Weedy

GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

1 year ago

Australians have loved Dietes plants for decades; they’re incredibly tough, they control erosion, they have pretty iris flowers, and they look great along with native Australian plantings even though they’re…

Best Coastal Plants with Blue-Grey Foliage Tones

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

1 year ago

Blues, greys and silvers are very much in vogue, with modern planting schemes leaning heavily on cool colours. Some may argue that the reds, purples and yellows that were so…

Best Alternatives to Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Gem’

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

1 year ago

All westringias are not the same. If you’ve tried Westringia hybrid ‘Wynyabbie Gem’ but want to explore other options, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re looking for a taller…

White Mundi™ Westringia – Best White Variegated Low Native Shrub

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

1 year ago

White Mundi™ Westringia fruticosa ‘WES09’ is a versatile, low-growing shrub that offers an exceptional choice for landscape designers and architects seeking to add white tones to their projects. With its…

The Best Hibbertias for Mild Frost Conditions in Your Garden

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

1 year ago

Hibbertias are beautiful Australian plant with cheery yellow flowers, but they aren’t generally very suitable for colder regions that experience frost. However, there are two notable exceptions that thrive in…

The Best Dianellas with Stunning Blue Foliage Tones

GROUND COVERS, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

1 year ago

Are you looking for a blue-toned Australian flax that you can depend on to thrive and bring cool tones throughout the whole year? Whether you’re looking for a subtle glaucous…

Mildew-Resistant Crepe Myrtles – Four Stunning Varieties for Every Landscape

GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

1 year ago

Do you want to avoid mildew on your crepe myrtles? Lagerstroemias are beloved for their showy flowers, striking foliage, and sometimes even their bark. One recurring concern with these otherwise…

Best Spreading Australian Groundcovers for Budget, Low Maintenance Weed Suppression

GROUND COVERS, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

1 year ago

Spreading groundcovers are a practical and budget-friendly solution for creating lush, weed-free landscapes with minimal upkeep. Unlike clumping plants, they continuously grow outward through runners, stolons, and/or rhizomes, forming a…

Best Plants for Lime and Yellow Tones

GROUND COVERS, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

1 year ago

Are you looking for a list of lime green and yellow-toned plants? Lime green and yellow tones are transformative in landscape design, offering brightness, energy, and a contemporary edge to…

Best Eremophilas for the East Coast- Groundcover or Shrub

GROUND COVERS, SHADE PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

1 year ago

Eremophilas, also known as emu bushes, are beloved for their vibrant flowers and hardy nature. Traditionally, however, they haven’t been a go-to choice for gardens on Australia’s east coast. Native…

Best Clumping Australian Groundcovers for Defined Shape and Size

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

1 year ago

Clumping groundcovers are a fantastic choice for landscape designers looking for plants with a neat, predictable growth habit. Unlike spreading varieties, clumping groundcovers grow in defined forms, maintaining a pre-determined…

Best Plants for Driveways

GROUND COVERS, SHADE PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

1 year ago

Choosing the right plants for your driveway can transform it from a simple utilitarian space into an inviting, beautiful feature of your home. The key is selecting plants that help…

Best Plants with Dark Purple Foliage, and How to Use Them

GROUND COVERS, SHADE PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

1 year ago

Landscape designers and landscape architects often use dark purple foliage as a strategic element in their designs to elevate the aesthetic appeal of outdoor spaces while also serving functional purposes.…

Best Performing Plants with Cool Tones

GROUND COVERS, SHADE PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

1 year ago

Are you in search of plants with serene blues, silvers, purples, and greens that not only enhance your garden aesthetically but also deliver top-tier performance? High-performing cultivated varieties (cultivars) offer…

Dianellas- Australian Plants for Pollen Sensitivity and Hayfever

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, GROUND COVERS

1 year ago

Are you a landscape designer or architect seeking the perfect plant to enhance your project with beauty while minimising pollen-related discomfort? Look no further than Dianella spp., an excellent choice…

Plants with Red Flowers or Foliage

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

1 year ago

Sometimes, you just need a list of red plants. Whether you’re looking for seasonal colour or something that stays red all year round, in this article you’ll find a list…

Best Australian Native Ground Covers

GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Are you searching for the perfect way to enhance your Australian garden with lush, low-maintenance native ground covers? Finding the ideal ground cover can transform your landscape, offering both beauty…

Are Native Plants Best for Ecology?

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, TREES

2 years ago

If you’ve logged into any of the major social media platforms lately, and you get plant-related content in your feed, chances are you’ve heard the claim that natives are better…

Landscapes That Last: Best Plants for the Wild Look

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, TREES, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

2 years ago

The wild look is once again capturing the imagination of garden enthusiasts and professional landscapers and designers alike. This approach celebrates the untamed beauty of nature, offering a delightful departure…

Top Mandevilla Varieties for Resilience and Beauty

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

2 years ago

Mandevilla, with its vibrant blooms and lush foliage, is a beloved choice for gardeners seeking to add a touch of tropical splendour to their landscapes. Renowned for their climbing abilities…

Top Five Lomandra Longifolia Cultivars for Your Garden

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

2 years ago

Are you seeking a reliable and attractive plant to enhance your garden or landscape design? Lomandra longifolia, with its hardiness and adaptability, could be the perfect solution. This article delves…

Native Vignettes- 10 Aussie Plants for Garden Focal Points

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

2 years ago

Have you ever wondered how to create captivating focal points in your garden using native Australian plants? Native garden vignettes are a fantastic way to highlight the unique beauty of…

Best Low-Growing Westringia- Low Horizon vs Mundi Westringia

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

2 years ago

Westringia When it comes to choosing the best low-growing Westringia for your landscape, the decision really boils down to two exceptional varieties: Low Horizon™ Westringia and Mundi™ Westringia. Both of…

How to Create Dramatic Focal Points with Strappy Leaf Plants, and Best Plants for This Purpose

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, TREES

2 years ago

Creating a visually striking garden or interior space can be achieved by strategically using strappy leaf plants to draw attention and create dramatic focal points. This phenomenon revolves around leveraging…

Native vs. Exotic Plants: What’s Best for Your Garden?

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, SHADE PLANTS

2 years ago

Native vs. Exotic Plants: What’s Best for Your Garden? When it comes to cultivating a garden, the debate between native and exotic plants is a perennial favourite among gardeners and…

How to Make the Most of a South-Facing Slope in Your Australian Garden

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, SHADE PLANTS, TREES, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Have you been wondering which plants to incorporate into your south-facing slope in Australia? If you’re looking to transform that often-overlooked part of your garden into a thriving landscape, you’ve…

Australia’s best ground covering plant for trailing up and down slopes and rockeries

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Retaining walls, steep slopes and rockeries can be tricky spaces to fill for the average gardener. How do you add greenery in a space where the root zone is constricted?…

Best Plants for Raised Beds

HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING

2 years ago

Have you heard of the benefits or planting in raised ornamental garden beds, but you’re wondering “what can I plant here that will thrive in the conditions and look amazing?”…

Best Ground Covers Near Reflective Heat- Native & Non-Native Plants for Positions with Rockeries, Pebbles, Concrete, Glass and Sand

HEDGING AND SCREENING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING

2 years ago

Creating a garden near reflective heat sources, such as rocks, pebbles, concrete, and glass, can be challenging. These materials can significantly impact the growth conditions of ground-covering plants. Some plants…

5 Plants for the Top and Base of Retaining Walls

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

2 years ago

Retaining walls are a common feature in many gardens, serving both functional and aesthetic purposes. However, the unique growing conditions at the top and base of these structures present distinct…

Best courtyard plants

SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, TREES, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

2 years ago

Have you ever wondered why some plants thrive in courtyards while others struggle? How can you make a small space appear larger, and how do you make the most out…

Best Plants for Slopes

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, TREES, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS

2 years ago

Are you struggling to keep plants, soil and mulch on a slope without them washing away every time it rains? Landscaping on slopes presents unique challenges that can make it…

Best Low-Mantenance Plants

GROUND COVERS, TREES, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

2 years ago

In the bustling modern world, landscape designers and clients are increasingly recognising the need for low-maintenance solutions that provide beauty without demanding extensive care. This shift is not just a…

Best Wet-Feet Plants for Flood and Drought Conditions

GROUND COVERS, TREES, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

2 years ago

Are you struggling to find plants that can thrive in both waterlogged and drought-prone conditions? This article will explore the best wet-feet plants that can tolerate both wet and dry…

Best Ground Covers for Landscape Design

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING

2 years ago

Are you looking to install some beautiful and functional ground covers but unsure which plants are best suited for your landscape design needs? Ground covers are low-growing plants which can…

Most Reliable Landscape Plants

MASS PLANTING, TREES, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

As a landscape architect or designer, don’t you hate it when you get excited about a plant but then it fails to thrive in your landscapes? It might take more…

Best Plants for Mass Planting

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Are you a landscape architect or designer looking for advice on mass planting? You may not have had a chance to learn about mass planting during your studies, or maybe…

Will bottlebrush trees and shrubs come back after freezing? And Best Frost-Tolerant Callistemons

MASS PLANTING, TREES, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Are you looking at your frost-bitten bottlebrush plants, wondering if they’ll grow back? Perhaps, you’re wondering whether bottlebrushes are a good option for a garden that experiences cold and frost?…

Do Bottlebrush Have Invasive Roots? A Deep Dive into Callistemon Root Systems

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Are you considering planting a bottlebrush plant in your garden but you’re concerned about invasive roots? This article delves into how invasive bottlebrush, also known as callistemon, roots are and…

Low-Mess Lilly Pilly: This Variety Barely Produces Any Berries

TREES, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MASS PLANTING

2 years ago

Are you (or your clients) sick of cleaning up wasted lilly pilly berries? Are you looking for a lilly pilly that makes less mess? Lilly pillies are amazing native Australian…

Best Lilly Pilly for Small Gardens, Fencelines, and Court-yards

HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, TREES

2 years ago

Introduction Are you looking for the perfect lilly pilly to fit into your compact garden or along your fenceline without taking up too much space? In this article, we’ll discuss…

Our 6 Most Popular Dianellas: Best Australian Flax Plants

GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

2 years ago

Are you looking for resilient, attractive plants to enhance your urban landscape? Have you considered the remarkable versatility and beauty of Dianella cultivars? In this article, we dive into six…

Best Winter-Flowering Plants for Australian Gardens

2 years ago

If you’d like your Aussie garden to be filled with colour all year, you’ll benefit greatly from adding plants that bloom in winter. Sure, foliage is one way to add…

Best Westringias for Green Walls

MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING

2 years ago

Are you looking to create a vibrant green wall with resilient and striking plants? If so, westringias could be the perfect choice for you. These Australian natives have risen in…

Best Lomandras for Green Walls

2 years ago

Introduction Are you looking to create a stunning green wall with hardy and attractive plants? Have you considered Lomandras? It can be tempting to treat all lomandras the same, but…

Best Australian Rain Garden Plants

2 years ago

Are you wondering, “what are the best plants for a rain garden in Australia?” You’re not alone. As we face the challenges of climate change, the concept of rain gardens…

Best Westringias for Heavy Clay and Wet Feet

2 years ago

Introduction Westringia plants, also known as coastal rosemary, have long been celebrated for their robustness, thriving in drought conditions and light, sandy soils. However, they’re not typically associated with a…

Best Plants Bred for Functionality: An Insight for Landscape Architects

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

We’ve all had it drilled into us to “plant the right plant in the right place.” But what used to be the right plant 20 years ago is starting to…

What are the best native perennials to grow in Australia?

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, TREES, HEDGING AND SCREENING, SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Ever wondered which native perennials thrive best in Australian gardens? As gardeners, landscape architects, and horticulturists, we all know that selecting the right plants for our gardens is the first…

Best Low-Growing Native Plants for Unobstructed Visibility Near Schools & Childcare

2 years ago

Are you a landscape architect or garden designer who values safety and visibility? Have you ever wondered how the strategic use of low-growing native plants can create a safer environment…

Best Compact Trees for Small Native Gardens

2 years ago

Are you wondering about the best native trees to plant in a small garden? Selecting suitable trees for smaller spaces can be quite a challenge, especially when you have a…

10 Best Trees for Clay Soil: What You Need to Know

2 years ago

Understanding the soil in your garden is step one for successful tree planting. Clay soil, known for its heavy texture and high nutrient content, can be a challenging yet rewarding…

Best Australian Native Plants for Clay Soils

2 years ago

Clay soil, often viewed as a gardener’s nemesis, is actually a blessing in disguise. Rich in nutrients and known for its water-retaining properties, clay soil has the potential to be…

Best Australian native plants for sandy soils

2 years ago

While gardening in sandy soil can pose its own unique challenges, it also presents a host of potential benefits. The key to success lies in understanding the nature of sandy…

Best Australian Flowering Plants for Birds

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, TREES

2 years ago

As you stroll through a thriving Australian native garden, the sight of flowering plants teeming with birds is a joy to behold. These plants serve as more than just a…

Best Australian Native Habitat Plants for Birds

SHADE PLANTS, GROUND COVERS, MASS PLANTING, HEDGING AND SCREENING, TREES

2 years ago

Introduction Australia is home to a rich variety of bird species, many of which depend heavily on native plants for their survival. These plants provide essential food sources and shelter…

Best Hedges for Sandy Soil

2 years ago

The soil in your garden is a key determinant of which hedges will flourish best. Sandy soil, known for its light texture and low nutrient content, can pose unique challenges…

Top 10 Hedges for Clay Soil

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, HEDGING AND SCREENING, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Gardening in clay-dominant soil can be a challenging endeavour due to its heavy, compact nature. However, certain hedges are well-adapted to these conditions. In this article, we will explore the…

Top 10 Plants for Clay Soil: A Quick Guide

MASS PLANTING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, TREES, SHADE PLANTS, HEDGING AND SCREENING, GROUND COVERS

2 years ago

Have you ever wondered why some plants thrive in your garden while others struggle? The secret could be hiding beneath your feet – in the clay soil. Gardening in clay…

Top 10 Plants for Sandy Soil: A Quick Guide

2 years ago

Ever puzzled over why certain plants flourish in your garden, while others seem to falter? The answer may reside just beneath your feet – in the sandy soil. This soil…

Best Australian Native Hedge Plants: Westringias, Lilly Pillies, Bottlebrushes, and More

3 years ago

Are you looking to add a touch of natural beauty to your garden or landscape while also supporting local ecosystems? Have you considered using native Australian plants for your hedges?…

The Best Australian Native Plants for Pollinators

GROUND COVERS, HEDGING AND SCREENING, MASS PLANTING, MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS, TREES, SHADE PLANTS

3 years ago

Are you a gardener looking to make your patch of green more beneficial to the environment? Have you ever wondered how your garden can contribute to the preservation of our…

10 Best Trees for Sandy Soil

3 years ago

The soil in your garden plays a pivotal role in determining which trees will thrive best. Sandy soil, known for its light texture and low nutrient content, can present unique…

Finding the Right Hedging and Screening Plants

4 years ago

Australia is a pretty tough climate to establish a hedge or screen. It’s hot, dry and often humid in many places, and our soils can be a real challenge. Traditional…

Tough Ground Cover Plants

GROUND COVERS

4 years ago

A good ground cover plant should spread across the ground and help choke out weeds. Many ground cover plants spread but often thin out, or are short lived and only…

Choosing the Right Large Scale Mass Planting Plants

MASS PLANTING

4 years ago

Plants for large scale mass planting projects need to be low maintenance, drought tough and able to cope with harsh conditions. Ozbreed has developed many plants that fit into that…

Modern Clumping Architectural Plants

MODERN CLUMPING PLANTS

4 years ago

Good strappy leaf plants make the best clumping architectural plants. The better ones stay evergreen all year, even through a regular drought. Severe droughts may brown them, but they will…

Plants for Moderate to Heavy Shade

SHADE PLANTS

4 years ago

Most plants can handle light shade, but fewer can thrive in moderately heavy shade, and fewer still in very shady landscaped gardens. Conditions that adversely affect plants in shade are…

Choosing the Right Street Trees