In the Nursery

Monday August 10th

Mangaves are impressive new hybrid succulents (Manfreda x Agave) which feature broad spear-shaped leaves that grow in striking large rosettes. The white spines on the leaves are much more soft to the touch than Agaves and exposure to sunlight will enhance the attractive dark spotting patterns on the foliage. Mangaves tend to grow muh faster than Agaves and can be used as potted feature plants or mass planted in beds or borders. We currently have two forms - 'Pineapple Express' and 'Inkblot' - in stock with slightly different foliage and colouration. Keith. #inthenursery #succulents ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday August 9th

We have new stock of the Backyard Beauties™ range of dwarf fruit trees in the nursery this week. These trees have been developed for home gardeners to grow in smaller spaces, including pots or tubs, but still provide full size fruit. Varieties now in stock include a range of dwarf Nectarines ('Crimson Baby', 'Fantasia', 'Flavortop', 'Royal Gem' and 'Early Rivers'), and the popular dwarf 'Satsuma' Plum and the 'Golden Queen' Peach. All trees are robust potted plants (not bare rooted) and ready to plant out now. Keith. #inthenursery #fruit ... See MoreSee Less

Saturday August 8th

A lot of our winter collection of deciduous magnolias have found new homes in gardens across the region in recent weeks as they have come into flower - but we still have a nice range available. The beautiful pink 'Vulcan' is currently putting on a show in the nursery but we also have white, yellow and deeper red/purple flowering varieties in stock - with most plants in bud or just starting to flower. We also have some semi-advanced plants if you're looking to make an instant statement in the garden with one of these stunning feature plants. Keith. #magnolias #inthenursery ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday August 5th

Scleranthus biflorus 'Lime Lava' is a distinctive native ground cover which forms attractive low mounds (only several cms high). Prefers a full sun position with well drained soil that doesn't dry out to easily. An ideal rockery plant where it can flow over rocks and form interesting green cushions. Keith. #inthenursery #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday August 4th

It feels like spring is just around the corner in the nursery with our roses starting to sprout leaves and deciduous magnolias unfurling their magnificent blooms. Drop in for a browse if you're working on the garden this week ahead of more rain forecast over the weekend. Keith #inthenursery ... See MoreSee Less

Monday August 3rd

Coprosma 'Ignite' is a hardy NZ native that is popular foliage plant grown for its bright colours. 'Ignite' features intense red foliage across the year - which changes to a purple tone in winter. We also have the similar Coprosma 'Golden Star' in stock which features more golden tones - which makes it the perfect compliment to the more fiery ‘Ignite’. Both forms can be used as low hedges or edges - as well as individual plantings in containers. Keith #inthenursery #foliage ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday August 2nd

Grevillea excelsior is a much sought after WA species which features striking orange 'toothbrush' flower spikes from mid-spring until autumn. The grey leaves are also attractive and make a nice contrast to greener foliage plants. Grafting onto hardy root stock allows this WA native to be grown in a wider range of conditions - images here are garden plants near Corunna (flowering last year). We have a new batch of grafted plants in stock this week. Keith #inthenursery #nativeplants #grevilleas ... See MoreSee Less

Saturday August 1st

Conostylis (Cotton Heads) are clumping native plants that are increasingly being used to add winter colour and accent foliage to a range of gardens types - from native rockeries to cottage garden beds and edges. We currently have several forms in stock including C. aculeata (greener foliage) and C. candicans (blue/grey foliage). Keith. #inthenursery #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Friday July 31st

If you're looking for a splash of winter colour to add to the garden this weekend we have a nice selection of winter flowering perennials, annuals and native plants in stock - plus hellebores and deciduous magnolias are starting to bloom in the nursery. We are open 10am to 3pm Sat + Sun if you're down Tilba Tilba way. Keith. #inthenursery #winter ... See MoreSee Less

Thursday July 30th

Native plants currently flowering in the nursery include Rhodanthe 'Paper Girl', Chrysocephalum 'Desert Flame' and Grevillea lavandulacea 'Pink Petite'. We also have a range of beautiful South African Leucadendrons in stock - including the showy 'Royal Ruby'. New grafted WA Eucalypts and Grevilleas also arrived this week. Keith #inthenursery #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday July 29th

If you're looking to add more veggies or fruit trees to the garden this week following the recent soaking rains we have a large range of veggie and herb seedlings, berries and deciduous fruit trees, berries and citrus in the nursery - plus a great new batch of Eden seeds (veggies, herbs and flowers) now in stock. The forecast looks perfect for gardening so drop by for a browse if you're down Tilba Tilba way. Keith. #inthenursery #fruit #vegetables ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday July 29th

We have a variety of seasonal colour on display in the nursery this week if you're looking to get back out into the garden after the recent rains. New native plants have just arrived plus we now have a large new collection of Eden seeds in the shop. Keith #inthenursery ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday July 26th

Pyrus betulaefolia 'Dancer' is a hardy deciduous ornamental pear named after its birch-like foliage which 'dances' in the breeze. Leaves turn yellow in autumn and spring blossoms are white. We have semi-advnaced stock in the nursery now - already starting to flower. Keith. #inthenursery #trees #blossom ... See MoreSee Less

Thursday July 23rd

Philotheca buxifolius 'Cascade of Stars’ is a compact native shrub which features masses of attractive pink buds in late winter that open to pale, star-shaped flowers in spring. 'Cascade of Stars’ is a versatile option for either a native or mixed garden and can be grown either full sun and part shade. Plants in stock are in bud and will start to flower soon. Keith. #inthenursery #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday July 22nd

Daisies are adding a nice touch of perennial colour to the nursery this week with some beautiful Argyranthemum / Marguerite daisy varieties in stock - including the vibrant Argyranthemum 'Watermelon'. Rhodanthemum 'African Eyes' are also in bloom - these low-growing perennials feature creamy-white, daisy-like flowers with dark centres. Keith. #inthenursery #daisies ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday July 21st

Our main delivery of roses for the year arrived last week so we now have a great range of Delbard, David Austin, Hybrid Tea and climbing roses in the nursery. These are all quality 2-3 year old potted roses (not bare-rooted) with many plants already sprouting new growth. If you have been waiting for a particular variety then get in touch and we can put something aside if we now have it. Keith #inthenursery #roses ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday July 19th

Thryptomene 'F.C. Payne' (Payne's thryptomene) is a widely grown select form of the Western Australian native Thryptomene saxicola. Its compact, semi-weeping habit and masses of pale pink flowers from winter to summer have made it a popular shrub in many native gardens where it prefers well drained soils and a full-sun position. The flowers are very popular with bees and butterflies. In stock and starting to flower now. Keith #inthenursery #winterflowering #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Saturday July 18th

The much sought after Camellia Volunteer™ is back in stock and currently flowering in the nursery. This stunning Camellia japonica features deep pink-red flowers with distinctive frosted edging on the petals. During winter these large flowers open as soft pink /white which then deepen to a darker pink over time. The white flowering Camellia Japonica, 'Silver Anniversary' is also looking great in the nursery at the moment. Keith. #inthenursery #camellias #winter Images (of plants flowering in the nursery now) by Silverdory Productions ... See MoreSee Less

Friday July 17th

Lots of fresh seasonal gardening inspirations in the nursery this weekend including new camellias, winter flowering native plants, lavenders and a big range of citrus, deciduous fruit trees and berries. Drop in for a look if you're down Tilba Tilba way - we're open 10am to 3pm Sat + Sun. Keith #inthenursery #winter ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday July 15th

Leucadendrons are South African plants closely related to Proteas and Australian natives like Waratahs, Grevilleas and Banksias. Leucadendrons come in a wide range of forms and colours and are popular for both their flowering and highly ornamental foliage. Flowers tend to be fairly small (at least compared to some of the showier Proteas) but are surrounded by large colourful bracts - which are actually 'modified' leaves. The combination of the bracts and flowers produces showy 'cones' - ideal for picking as cut flowers. We have range of Leucadendrons in stock at the moment including 'Purple Haze', 'Fire Glow', 'Red Gem' and 'Royal Ruby'. Keith #inthenursery #proteas #leucadendrons ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday July 14th

'Cleopatra' is an early flowering, dwarf deciduous Magnolia prized for its attractive red-purple flowers that display an almost metallic sheen. 'Cleopatra' flowers in winter and early spring - we currently have advanced stock of this outstanding feature plant in the nursery and starting to flower. Keith #inthenursery #magnolias ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday July 14th

We have a great range of citrus in stock this week including lemons, oranges, mandarins and Kaffir limes. We also have some dwarf forms that are ideal for a large pot or smaller garden beds. Keith #inthenursery #winter #Citrus ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday July 12th

If you're looking to add a splash of winter colour to the garden we have a range of annuals, perennials and native plants currently flowering in the nursery - including our hellebore collection which is just starting to set flowers. Keith. #inthenursery #winter ... See MoreSee Less

Saturday July 11th

We have a nice range of winter flowering native plants in the nursery this weekend - including hardy, bird-attracting Grevilleas and Crowea exalata 'Darkside', which is great native option for a partly shaded spot in the garden. We also have grafted Eucalypts/Corymbias, Grevilleas and Eremophilas in stock - plus new kangaroo paws and Conostylis. Keith #inthenursery #winter #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Friday July 10th

Salvia 'Mystic Spires' is an attractive compact sage featuring long stems of dark blue flowers. It does well in full-sun to part-shade and requires little water once established. A great option for the front of a garden bed or used as a low hedge / border. New stock in the nursery (and flowering) this week. Keith. #inthenursery #perennials #salvia ... See MoreSee Less

Thursday July 9th

We have a range of new kangaroo paws (Anigozanthos) in the nursery this week - including some showy compact forms that can be grown in pots. We also have a range of Conostylis and other winter flowering natives in stock - drop in for a look if you are after some instant seasonal colour for your native garden. Keith #inthenursery #nativeplants - images (of plants flowering in the nursery today) by Silverdory Productions ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday July 8th

Lots of fresh gardening inspirations in the nursery this week with a range of winter flowering natives and perennials providing a splash of seasonal colour - plus new stock arriving ahead of the weekend. Drop in for a browse if you're down Tilba Tilba way. Keith #inthenursery #winter ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday July 7th

We still have a great range of deciduous Magnolias in stock - including several hard-to-find varieties and unusual colours. These are not flowering at the moment but most are in bud and several are already starting to set flowers. All stock are advanced, potted plants - ready to be planted out in winter to provide a stunning floral show in spring. Keith #inthenursery #magnolias ... See MoreSee Less

Monday July 6th

We have a nice selection of hedging/screening plant options in the nursery this week - including hardy Westringias (ideal for coastal plantings), a range of different Syzygium forms and the classic Camellia sasanqua. Drop in for a look if you are down Tilba Tilba way. Keith #inthenursery #hedging #screening ... See MoreSee Less

Saturday July 4th

We've topped up our native plants collection for the weekend - including a wide range of cold tolerant species and forms. Almost all of the native plants we stock will handle coastal winters and light frosts with no problems, but many will also do well even in more severe Canberra winter conditions if planted with some protection. If you're not sure which native plants will work best in your location drop in for a chat about your exact conditions and we can recommend the right plants for your winter garden. Keith #inthenursery #winter #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday June 28th

Brachyscome multifida 'Break of Day' (or 'Breakoday') is a hardy native perennial which features delicate mauve flowers and fine, dark green foliage. A great option for mass planting in rockeries, garden beds or as an edging plant in part shade to full sun. Flowers appear or most of the year, peaking in spring with masses of blooms. Does well in a variety of conditions - including cold climates if protected from severe frosts. Images here are rockery plants flowering in Canberra in mid-winter. New stock in the nursery this week. Keith. #inthenursery #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Thursday June 25th

In the nursery | Isopogon cuneatus is a striking WA native shrub which features very showy pink flowers. Does best in rockeries or raised beds in full sun. We have new stock in the nursery now - these are not in bud yet but will be in spring. Keith #inthenursery #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday June 23rd

Winter flowering in the nursery this week includes the hardy perennial Rhodanthemum 'African Eyes' and the native Conostylis aculeata. Lots of new stock is also on it's way - so drop in for a browse if you're after a splash of colour for the winter garden. Keith #inthenursery #winter ... See MoreSee Less

Monday June 22nd

Grevillea 'Outback Sunrise' is an outstanding hybird grevillea which features attractive, fine foliage and yellow/green flowers with bright red styles that are displayed prominently for much of the year. These flowers are very attractive to honey eating birds. 'Outback Sunrise' has a neat, upright habit (grows to 2m tall x 1 metre wide) which makes it a good option for a informal screen. Lightly pruning and removal of flower heads when finished helps to maintain a dense habit. In stock and flowering now in the nursery. Keith #inthenursery #grevilleas #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday June 21st

In the nursery | Prunus mume (Japanese Flowering Apricot) is a beautiful deciduous tree which is generally one of the first blossom trees to flower - as early as mid-winter in some conditions. We currently have several Prunus mume weeping standards in stock - and these are already starting to display their delicate pink flowers in the nursery. These standards are a great option for a graceful, weeping feature in any garden. Keith #inthenursery #blossom ... See MoreSee Less

Saturday June 20th

Grevilleas are a great option for attracting honey eating birds to the garden in winter. Our resident Eastern Spinebill is loving the 'Lady O', 'Robyn Gordon' and 'Outback Sunrise' varieties currently flowering in the nursery. We also have a range of other grevilleas in bud or flowering if you are looking for some instant native colour and nectar in your garden. Keith. #inthenursery #grevilleas #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Friday June 19th

New arrivals in the nursery this week include Bracteantha 'Mohave', Erysium (Wallflower) 'Bowles me away', Grevillea 'Peaches and Cream' and several varieties of dwarf apples. And we've also just received a delivery of new pots! So lots of fresh gardening inspirations in the nursery this weekend - drop in for a browse if you're down our way. Keith #inthenursery ... See MoreSee Less

Thursday June 18th

Ornamental pears are a great addition to any garden as they offer both colourful autumn foliage and a spring display of white blossoms. The Manchurian Pear (Pyrus ussuriensis) in particular is also a graceful spreading shade tree in summer. We currently have semi-advanced Manchurian Pears in stock plus more smaller plants arriving soon. Drop in for a look at our collection of deciduous trees if you're down Tilba Tilba way. Keith #inthenursery #deciduoustrees ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday June 16th

Heucheras and Loropetalum are two foliage plants that can add colour to your garden right across the year - even in shaded spots. Heuchera 'Forever Purple' and Loropetalum 'Plum Gorgeous' are two select forms that feature deep burgundy/purple foliage in all seasons - with flowers also adding additional colour spring to autumn. Drop in and have a look at these striking accent foliage plants if you're down Tilba Tilba way this week. Keith #inthenursery #foliage ... See MoreSee Less

Monday June 15th

Banksia integrifolia (Coast banksia) is a hardy local native which features bright yellow flowers in autumn and winter and is particularly well suited to coast plantings with sandy soils and high exposure to salt and wind. While the typical plant grows into a small tree and is a bit large for many gardens the prostrate 'Roller Coaster' form is very versatile and can be used as a cascading ground cover on banks, in rockeries or borders. It has also been grafted onto tall standards to create stunning weeping features. We currently have the ground cover form and several tall standards in stock. Keith. #inthenursery #banksias #nativeplants ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday June 14th

If you've been thinking about adding a stunning deciduous magnolia to your garden then now is the time to get one in the ground! We currently have a big range in stock including some hard-to-find varieties and unusual colours. All plants are advanced stock and not in leaf/flower now - but if planted out soon they will put on a floral show in the spring. We can also organise local delivery if required. Keith #inthenursery #magnolias ... See MoreSee Less

Thursday June 11th

Acer palmatum 'Senkaki' (Coral Bark Japanese Maple) is a small deciduous tree that offers significant winter colour with the young branches a fiery coral red in the cooler months. In autumn the foliage turns from an attractive light green to yellow with orange tones. A striking feature tree suitable for small gardens or larger containers. Keith. #inthenursery #maples #winter ... See MoreSee Less

Wednesday June 10th

In the nursery | the beautiful Grevillea leptobotrys 'Lilac Tangles' is a low-mounding WA grevillea which features delicate sprays of uniquely shaped lilac/pink flowers that fade to lighter pink as they age. 'Lilac Tangles' also features blue/grey foliage and attractive reddish/brown new growth - making it an outstanding rockery feature. Grafted plants are hardy in local conditions and naturally develop into neat, compact mounds with minimal pruning. Regarded by many native plant enthusiasts as one of the most outstanding garden grevilleas currently available. Keith. #inthenursery #natives #grevilleas ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday June 9th

In the nursery | Abutilon 'White' (Chinese Lantern) is an evergreen shrub which features very white bell-shaped flowers for long periods. An attractive and very ornamental option for a shady spot in the garden. Keith. #inthenursery #shadelovers ... See MoreSee Less

Tuesday June 9th

Lavenders are a great option for colour in the winter garden with many forms flowering from early autumn through to the start of spring. One lavender we currently have in stock is Lavandula dentata - the French lavender - which features masses of large flower heads and distinctive grey/green toothed foliage. Plants in the nursery are currently in bud or flowering if you are looking for some classic winter colour for your garden. Keith. #inthenursery #lavender #winter ... See MoreSee Less

Monday June 8th

In the nursery | Phlox 'Jagger' is a hardy perennial which features clusters of lilac flowers over a long period. 'Jagger' can be grown in a container or the garden and is attractive to pollinators. In stock and flowering now - images by Silverdory Productions. Keith. #inthenursery #perennials #phlox ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday June 7th

In the nursery | Dianthus ‘Sugar Plum Coral’ features raspberry sorbet coloured flowers which combine with blue/grey foliage to create a stunning garden or container plant. Flowers are also scented. Flowering in the nursery now. Keith. #perennials #dianthus #inthenursery ... See MoreSee Less

Saturday June 6th

In the nursery | Salvia leucantha ‘Harry's Red’ - a beautiful Mexican sage featuring purple flowers (despite the 'Red' in the name!) Just one of the interesting salvias we currently have in stock. Keith. Images by Silverdory Productions #inthenursery #salvias #perennials #winter ... See MoreSee Less