{"title":"High Water","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome gardens have a spot that never quite dries out, and some gardeners run irrigation that keeps beds moist all year. This collection gathers the plants that want exactly that: alocasias and heliconias for lush tropical beds, fan palms and tree ferns for sheltered shade, and swamp cypress, river birch and weeping willow for genuinely wet ground. Check each plant's climate range as you browse, because water needs and cold tolerance are separate questions. Everything is delivered Australia wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose high water plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHigh water plants split into two camps, and choosing well means knowing which one your garden needs. Ground that stays saturated for weeks is a different problem from a rich, irrigated bed that never quite dries out. For genuinely boggy ground and pond edges, the deciduous water trees are the reliable choice: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/swamp-cypress-taxodium-distichum\"\u003eSwamp Cypress\u003c\/a\u003e tolerates standing water outright, and River Birch, Dawn Redwood and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/weeping-willow-salix-babylonica\"\u003eWeeping Willow\u003c\/a\u003e all thrive where lawn drowns. For moist but drained soil, the tropical foliage plants take over: alocasias, colocasias and heliconias, backed by thirsty palms and clumping bamboo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen check cold tolerance, because a love of water says nothing about frost. Heliconias, Lipstick Palm and the Licuala fan palms are strictly for the tropics and warm subtropics. The water trees run the other way and handle hard frost without complaint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere these plants work across Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical and subtropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e The whole collection is open to you. Heliconias and alocasias build a rainforest understorey, fan palms fill sheltered shade, and clumping bamboo makes a fast screen with a matching appetite for water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm temperate gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Alocasias, Majesty Palm and most of the bamboo perform well with regular irrigation and shelter from cold, drying winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool temperate and frost prone gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant the deciduous water lovers. Weeping Willow, River Birch, Swamp Cypress and Dawn Redwood colour beautifully in autumn and shrug off heavy frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e The smaller entries, including Maranta, Homalomena and the carnivorous pitcher plants, suit bright rooms where the mix is kept consistently moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care basics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRich soil holds the moisture these plants want, so dig in compost before planting and mulch 75mm deep, keeping the mulch clear of stems. Water deeply two or three times a week through the first summer; established trees in naturally damp ground largely look after themselves. Feed with a controlled release fertiliser in early spring, and again in late summer in warm climates. In beds that rely on irrigation rather than natural moisture, a dripper line under the mulch beats hand watering for consistency every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are building a full bed, browse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003etropical plants collection\u003c\/a\u003e for companions, or add height from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bamboo\"\u003eclumping bamboo range\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003epalm trees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these plants grow in standing water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a few. Swamp Cypress genuinely tolerates it and Weeping Willow copes at a pond margin. Most of the collection wants moist, rich soil that still drains, not stagnant water sitting around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I plant a willow or river birch near the house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep water seeking trees well away from pipes, drains and foundations; 10m is a sensible minimum for a willow. Clumping bamboo is the safe alternative near paving and pools, because its root mass stays compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eI do not garden in the tropics. Is this collection still for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The deciduous water trees suit every cold region of Australia, and alocasias grow as far south as Melbourne in a sheltered courtyard. Check the climate information on each product page before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does delivery work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything here is delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95 and no minimum order. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ramsays-fan-palm-licuala-ramsayi","title":"Ramsay's Fan Palm - Licuala ramsayi","description":"\u003cp\u003eRamsay's Fan Palm (\u003cem\u003eLicuala ramsayi\u003c\/em\u003e) carries the most architectural frond of any palm we grow: a near circular blade, pleated like a folded fan, on a slim clean trunk. In a garden it settles at around 5m tall and 3m wide, and it gets there slowly, which is why it suits courtyards and pots where a faster palm would outgrow the space. It is a Queensland rainforest native, so it wants warmth, shelter and moisture rather than blazing sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA frond nothing else matches.\u003c\/strong\u003e The circular pleated leaves read as sculpture, so one plant does the work of a garden bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow by nature.\u003c\/strong\u003e It takes years to add height, so it holds its scale in a courtyard and stays potted far longer than most palms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy with wet feet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unusually for a palm it tolerates damp ground, so the soggy low corner of the garden becomes an asset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn Australian native that draws birds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream flowers are followed by fruit that native birds work through in a warm garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it where the fronds get backlit, and give it about 3m of clearance so the leaves are never crushed against a fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e It sheds little and tolerates humidity, which makes it a cleaner poolside choice than a heavy fruiting palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e The slow growth suits container life, though indoors it needs a genuinely bright spot near a window, not a dim corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Ramsay's Fan Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade is ideal, particularly while young, when full sun scorches the leaf edges. It is tropical and subtropical, and frost tender, so cool temperate and frost prone inland gardens need it in a pot that can move under cover. Shelter matters as much as warmth, because wind shreds the fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, organic and moisture holding. Work compost and aged manure through the planting hole, then mulch 75mm deep to keep the root zone cool and damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a high water plant, not a drought palm. Keep the soil consistently moist through the warm months, easing back in winter. Feed a controlled release palm fertiliser in early spring and again in mid summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost none. Remove old fronds once they have browned off, cutting close to the trunk, and never cut into the crown, because it grows from a single point that will not recover if damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in 300mm and 400mm pots through to 60L, 100L, 200L, 300L and 600L. Because it is so slow, size is the main thing you are buying: a 300mm plant is young with years of patience ahead, while 100L and larger arrive with a formed trunk and real presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFronds are tied for transit and may show a crease or a browned tip on arrival, which is normal and grows out. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare varieties in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palms-ferns-tropical\"\u003epalm, fern and tropical range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eoverview of palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eplants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003etropical plant collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in Sydney or Melbourne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheltered warm pockets of Sydney can suit it, but it is frost tender and unhappy in cold, dry air. In Melbourne and other cool temperate gardens, grow it in a pot you can shift under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlowly, even in ideal tropical conditions. Expect a few new fronds a year rather than obvious height, so buy the size you actually want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors long term?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, given bright indirect light, steady moisture and humidity. Dry indoor air browns the frond tips, so group it with other plants or sit the pot on a pebble tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100272738623,"sku":"LIC-RAM-140MM-P10","price":435.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100272804159,"sku":"LIC-RAM-200MM-P6","price":261.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44129736720703,"sku":"LIC-RAM-300MM","price":382.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":44774708871487,"sku":"LIC-RAM-400MM","price":544.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44774708969791,"sku":"LIC-RAM-100L","price":1375.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"160L","offer_id":55100272705855,"sku":"LIC-RAM-160L","price":2337.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":51638952689983,"sku":"LIC-RAM-200L","price":3300.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L (Backorder)","offer_id":44774709035327,"sku":"LIC-RAM-300L","price":5441.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"600L","offer_id":44774709100863,"sku":"LIC-RAM-600L","price":10725.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Ramsays-Fan-Palm-Licuala-ramsayi.jpg?v=1741857705"},{"product_id":"diamond-rouge-hydrangea-hydrangea-macrophylla-diamond-rouge","title":"Diamond Rouge Hydrangea - Hydrangea macrophylla 'Diamond Rouge'","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiamond Rouge Hydrangea (\u003cem\u003eHydrangea paniculata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Diamond Rouge') carries the deepest red flower of any panicle hydrangea we grow. Large conical heads open creamy white in early summer, then shift through pink to a strong ruby red as the season goes on. It settles at about 1.5m tall and 1.2m wide, which keeps it in scale with a suburban bed or a large pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne shrub, three colours.\u003c\/strong\u003e The heads open creamy white, age through soft pink and finish deep red, holding on the bush for months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt takes more sun than a mophead.\u003c\/strong\u003e As a panicle type it flowers well in full sun in cooler districts, where big leaf hydrangeas wilt by lunchtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe colour is stable.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike blue and pink mopheads, panicle hydrangeas do not change with soil pH, so what you see is what you get.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost hardy and wind tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles cold southern winters unprotected, and the stems hold heavy heads upright in an exposed spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn colour to finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e The foliage turns before it drops, extending the display past the flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single plant carries a bed on its own from December through to autumn. Give it 1.2m of clear width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting and borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.2m apart for a full run. The shrubs meet without crowding, and the colour shift moves across the whole planting at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 500mm or wider holds it closer to 1m. Be realistic about watering, because a potted hydrangea needs a drink most days in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Diamond Rouge Hydrangea in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e This suits cool temperate and warm temperate gardens: Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Hobart, the tablelands, Perth and coastal New South Wales. Cooler districts can give it full sun. Where afternoons are hot, morning sun with afternoon shade is safer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moisture retentive and well drained. Dig compost through the bed before planting and mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the stems. Soil pH does not affect flower colour here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e A thirsty shrub that tells you loudly when dry, wilting in the heat and recovering overnight. Deep soak two or three times a week through summer. Feed a slow release fertiliser in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the key difference from a mophead. Panicle hydrangeas flower on new wood, so prune in late winter while bare, cutting last season's stems back by a third to a half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in 200mm pots sold in packs of six and 250mm pots sold in packs of three. Both arrive as young branched plants rather than the shoulder height shrubs you see in a display garden, and both reach full size in roughly two to three seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to expect: this is a deciduous shrub, so an order arriving in winter will be bare sticks with visible buds, and that is a healthy dormant plant rather than a dead one. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect a proper display in the second season, backed by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/hydrangeas-colour-and-growth\"\u003eUnderstanding hydrangea colour and growth\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hydrangeas\"\u003eBrowse the full hydrangea range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eShrubs and trees with autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003ePlants suited to partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. All hydrangeas contain compounds toxic to cats and dogs if the leaves or flowers are eaten, typically causing vomiting and stomach upset. Plant it out of reach of a pet that chews foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLate winter, while it is still bare, cutting the previous season's stems back by a third to a half. It flowers on new wood, so this is the opposite of a big leaf hydrangea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I change the flowers to blue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and that is a good thing here. Panicle hydrangeas are not pH responsive, so no soil treatment will shift them. 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It reaches about 5m tall with a frond spread near 3.5m, on a slim fibrous trunk that takes up almost no ground space. Its roots are non invasive and it is not toxic to cats or dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed you can actually see.\u003c\/strong\u003e Of all the tree ferns this is the one that moves. Given warmth, water and shelter it pushes a new flush of fronds through every warm month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA canopy without a root problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non invasive roots mean it can go close to paving or a pool surround where a shade tree would cause trouble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e It carries our Pet Friendly rating, which matters for a plant at ground level in a courtyard a dog uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakes damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet feet tolerant, so the low corner that stays soggy after rain becomes an opportunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide climate range.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows in tropical, subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens, unusual for a plant this lush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e One mature fern changes the feel of a whole courtyard. Uplight the trunk and the silhouette does the work at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFern groves and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart. At that spacing the crowns overlap into a continuous green ceiling while each trunk stays visible underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside and small gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e The narrow trunk and contained roots suit a tight bed beside a pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing the Fern Tree in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered light or part shade is ideal, and shelter from hot dry wind matters most, because wind desiccates the fronds far faster than sun does. It takes light frost only, so in cold inland and highland gardens choose a protected spot under a canopy and expect frond burn in a hard winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, organic and moisture retentive. Dig in compost generously and mulch 75mm deep, clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water the trunk and the crown, not just the soil. The trunk is a mass of aerial roots that absorbs moisture directly, so a daily hose over it in hot weather is the difference between lush fronds and crisp brown ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and grooming.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow release fertiliser in spring, plus the occasional bucket of weak liquid feed poured into the crown. Cut old fronds off close to the trunk once they brown, wearing gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFern Trees are grown in sizes from 140mm and 200mm packs through 250mm, 300mm and 400mm pots up to 45L, 100L and 200L. The smaller pots arrive as a crown of fronds with no visible trunk yet, and they are the value choice for a grove if you can wait: the trunk lifts within two to three years in a warm garden. Large containers arrive already trunking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed upright with the fronds protected and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Some frond damage in transit is normal, because the plant replaces its canopy within a season. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eBrowse ferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eMore Australian natives for habitat gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBuild the rest of the tropical planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing a garden bed before planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun can it take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiltered light suits it best. It handles more sun in a humid coastal garden where the air stays moist, but in a dry inland garden afternoon sun scorches the fronds however much you water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the fronds going brown at the tips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually dry wind or a dry trunk rather than a soil problem. Hose the trunk and crown in hot weather, add a windbreak, and trim the spent fronds off. The crown replaces them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around dogs and cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it carries the Pet Friendly rating. Note that the fine scales on the trunk and unfurling fronds can irritate human skin, so wear gloves when you groom it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this plant is listed as an environmental weed in WA, where it escapes from gardens into bushland. We do not recommend it for WA gardens. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140108734783,"sku":"CYA-COO-140MM-P10","price":246.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140108702015,"sku":"CYA-COO-200MM-P6","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44217559908671,"sku":"CYA-COO-300MM","price":156.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":54140108800319,"sku":"CYA-COO-400MM","price":425.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100288794943,"sku":"CYA-COO-500MM","price":1138.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44938287808831,"sku":"CYA-COO-100L","price":1138.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":44493501235519,"sku":"CYA-COO-200L","price":1925.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L","offer_id":55100288729407,"sku":"CYA-COO-300L","price":4950.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Fern-Tree-Cyathea-cooperi_30cce49e.jpg?v=1768454752"},{"product_id":"elephants-ear-plant-alocasia-brisbanensis","title":"Elephants Ear Plant - Alocasia brisbanensis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe native elephant's ear (\u003cem\u003eAlocasia brisbanensis\u003c\/em\u003e), known in the bush as cunjevoi, turns a dark damp corner into the best part of the garden. It builds a clump about 1.8m tall and 1.5m across, with broad glossy leaves on upright stems, and unlike most big leaved tropicals it is an Australian native from east coast rainforest. It wants shade and moisture, so it works exactly where other plants fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal presence in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves the size of a serving platter, in a position that gets no direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA native that looks tropical.\u003c\/strong\u003e The same effect as an imported alocasia, from a species that belongs in eastern Australian gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes wet feet.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pond edge or a low spot that stays soggy after rain suits it, and those are hard positions to plant well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast to fill, easy to keep.\u003c\/strong\u003e Growth is quick in the warm months, and cutting old leaves off as they yellow is essentially the maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single clump beside a path or a seat carries the space on its own. Allow 1.5m of clearance so the leaves are not brushed and torn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting under trees.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart for a lush understorey, the quickest way to deal with the bare gap under an established canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside, ponds and pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles splash, humidity and damp soil. In a pot use 40L or larger and keep the mix damp, because a pot dries far faster than a bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing native elephant's ear in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to full shade. Direct afternoon sun scorches the leaves and a burnt leaf never recovers, so plant under a canopy or on the south side of a wall. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens, and being frost tender it needs a pot that can move under cover in cool southern districts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil and water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich soil with plenty of organic matter, mulched 75mm deep. It tolerates wet feet, which is unusual and worth using on heavy or damp ground. Keep the soil damp, because a clump that dries right out will droop and mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and tidying.\u003c\/strong\u003e A controlled release fertiliser in early spring and mid summer gives the biggest leaves. There is no pruning; cut old leaves off at the base as they yellow. After a cold snap the clump reshoots from the rhizome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every part contains calcium oxalate and is toxic to people, cats and dogs if chewed. Wear gloves when you cut it back, and do not plant it where a young child or a chewing dog has unsupervised access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in 140mm and 200mm multipacks, in 300mm and in 60L. The multipacks are the sensible way to buy for a mass planting. The 300mm gives a plant with a few full sized leaves already, and the 60L is an instant feature clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Some leaf damage in transit is normal on foliage this large, and new growth usually appears within four to six weeks in warm weather. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBrowse tropical foliage for shaded gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eExplore the full Australian native range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003eCompare shade tolerant plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing a garden bed before planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets and children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. All parts contain calcium oxalate crystals and are toxic if chewed, causing burning and swelling in the mouth. Choose something else for a pet run or a play area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne metre apart for a mass planting. The leaves overlap into a continuous canopy at that spacing without the clumps fighting for root space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot well. It is a rainforest floor plant and the leaves scorch in direct sun, particularly in the afternoon and in dry inland air. Full shade gives the cleanest foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this species has escaped from gardens and naturalised in WA, where it competes with local bushland plants. We do not recommend it for gardens in the south west of WA. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140109029695,"sku":"ALO-BRI-140MM-P10","price":207.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140108964159,"sku":"ALO-BRI-200MM-P6","price":217.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140108996927,"sku":"ALO-BRI-300MM","price":115.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100289483071,"sku":"ALO-BRI-400MM","price":181.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Elephants-Ear-Plant-Alocasia-brisbanensis_e80dfd15.png?v=1768454768"},{"product_id":"giant-taro-alocasia-macrorrhizos","title":"Giant Taro - Alocasia macrorrhizos","description":"\u003cp\u003eGiant Taro (\u003cem\u003eAlocasia macrorrhizos\u003c\/em\u003e) is the quickest way to put real scale into a shaded garden. Each plant builds a clump around 2.5m tall and 2m across, holding broad glossy leaves upright on thick fleshy stems. It is the plant people picture when they say they want a tropical garden, and unlike most large leaved feature plants it gets there in two seasons rather than a decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale, quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growing to about 2.5m, so a blank corner reads as established garden within two summers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves that carry a whole planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad arrow shaped foliage held upright rather than flopping, giving vertical structure that smaller tropicals cannot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt wants the wet spot.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet feet tolerant, so the low corner that stays damp after rain is exactly where this thrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNothing to prune or shape.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove the old leaves as they yellow and that is the job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat and humidity suit it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for warm sticky summers, when many other feature plants stall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e One clump against a wall or a dark green backdrop is usually enough. The leaves need light to be seen, so filtered light or morning sun shows them off better than deep shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart for a continuous tropical understorey. At that spacing the leaves interleave without the clumps fighting for root room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside, ponds and large pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Damp ground and humidity are no problem, so pool surrounds and pond edges suit it. A large container on a shaded courtyard works too, provided you accept the watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Giant Taro in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to filtered light is ideal and morning sun is fine, but harsh afternoon sun scorches the leaf edges. This is a tropical, subtropical and warm temperate plant, and it is frost tender. In Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and cold inland districts frost will knock the foliage down over winter. Clumps usually reshoot in spring, though a hard freeze can kill them, so a pot that moves under cover is safer there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil, water and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, organic, moisture holding soil. Dig compost through the bed before planting and mulch 75mm deep, then water generously and often through summer, because leaf size is tied directly to how consistently wet you keep it. Feed for foliage: a nitrogen rich complete fertiliser in early spring and again in midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety.\u003c\/strong\u003e All parts of the raw plant contain calcium oxalate and are toxic to people and pets if chewed, causing painful mouth and throat irritation. The sap can irritate skin, so wear gloves when cutting old leaves off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in 140mm and 200mm packs, 300mm and 400mm pots, and a 110L size that arrives as a full clump. The smaller pots carry two or three leaves and look modest in the box, then catch up fast in warm ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaves are large and soft, so a folded leaf or some edge damage in transit is normal. New leaves push through within a few weeks in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBrowse the full tropical plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pots-and-planters\"\u003eFind a pot large enough for a feature clump\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing and enriching a new garden bed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive winter in Melbourne or Adelaide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a sheltered spot, often yes, but frost cuts the foliage down and the clump regrows from the base in spring. 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Giant Taro sizes its leaves to the conditions, so fix those and the next flush will be bigger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140109095231,"sku":"ALO-MAC-140MM-P10","price":188.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140109062463,"sku":"ALO-MAC-200MM-P6","price":287.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44760632688959,"sku":"ALO-MAC-300MM","price":173.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":44965751882047,"sku":"ALO-MAC-400MM","price":329.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"110L (Backorder)","offer_id":44219755528511,"sku":"ALO-MAC-110L","price":836.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Giant-Taro-Alocasia-macrorrhizos.png?v=1768454770"},{"product_id":"jade-goddess-bamboo-bambusa-boniopsis","title":"Jade Goddess Bamboo - Bambusa boniopsis","description":"\u003cp\u003eJade Goddess Bamboo (\u003cem\u003eBambusa boniopsis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a clumping bamboo, which means it screens a boundary without running underneath it. Canes lift to around 7m and each clump settles into about 3m of width, tall and narrow by habit. For a fence line that needs height rather than bulk, it is one of the quickest evergreen answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt clumps, it does not run.\u003c\/strong\u003e New canes rise from a tight crown, so no shoots cross the lawn or appear in the garden next door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast height on a narrow footprint.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each season sends up taller canes, so a bare fence reads as a green wall within two to three years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe beside a pool.\u003c\/strong\u003e The root system is fibrous and non-invasive, so it poses no risk to a pool shell, paving or pipework.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for wind and heat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Canes flex instead of snapping, and humid coastal summers suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart in a single row for a dense screen. On a wide boundary, a staggered double row at the same spacing adds depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set the row back about a metre from the coping so leaf drop lands on garden rather than water. No root barrier is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single clump in a pot of 60cm or more makes a narrow vertical accent for a courtyard, and container growing keeps the height down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Jade Goddess Bamboo in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It takes light frost only, so hard frost burns leaf and slows it badly; tableland and cold southern gardens need the warmest sheltered spot or a pot that can be moved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any free draining soil works, improved with compost. Mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the canes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply twice a week through the first summer, then weekly. Bamboo is a grass and responds to nitrogen, so a high nitrogen fertiliser in early spring and mid summer drives the new canes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e None is needed for shape. Every second year cut the oldest canes out at ground level, and strip the lower branches if you want the canes on show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour sizes are sold: 200mm in a pack of 6, 250mm in a pack of 3, a single 300mm pot, and 45L. The packs are the economical way to plant a long boundary and catch up within a season or two. A 45L plant arrives with formed canes and gives height on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage is tied in for transit and a little leaf drop after planting is normal. Height comes from new canes at the base, usually from the second spring, not from existing canes getting taller. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/bamboo-screening-guide\"\u003ePlanting and maintaining a bamboo screen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bamboo\"\u003eBrowse the full bamboo range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants that suit poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it spread into my neighbour's yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a clumping bamboo, so the rhizomes turn upward close to the parent clump instead of travelling. The clump widens slowly to about 3m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for a screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants 1.5m apart along the line. Any tighter and the clumps compete for water without closing the gap sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it shorter than 7m?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but not by topping, because a cut cane never grows taller again. Remove the tallest canes at ground level each year and let newer, shorter ones carry the screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it grow well in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does, in a pot of at least 60cm with regular water and feed. 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The culms are green striped with gold, carrying fine foliage that filters light rather than blocking it outright. It is a clumping bamboo, not a running type, so it stays where you plant it without a root barrier. Planted 1m apart it closes into a tall screen in two to three seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt clumps, it does not run.\u003c\/strong\u003e The rhizomes stay in a tight crown instead of travelling under fences and paving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight with almost no footprint.\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 5m tall on a 2m wide clump, narrower than any tree of the same height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast to fill in.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each new culm comes up close to full height in a single season, so the screen builds quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA wide climate range.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and wind tolerant, from tropical gardens through to cool temperate ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly and undemanding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not toxic to cats or dogs, and beyond one annual thin it asks for very little.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart in a single row along the fence line. That spacing lets each clump reach full width while the canopies overlap above head height, which is where screening actually counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHedging.\u003c\/strong\u003e Topped at 3m and thinned yearly it makes a formal green wall with a texture nothing else matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 500mm wide or more holds it to about 2.5m to 3m, which suits a balcony or courtyard. Potted bamboo dries out fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Goldstripe Bamboo in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. Sun brings out the gold striping; shade keeps the culms greener and the clump looser. Tropical and subtropical gardens grow it almost year round, while in cool temperate districts growth pauses over winter. It is frost hardy once established, though a young clump appreciates shelter in its first winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any reasonable soil with drainage. Dig the bed wide rather than deep, work compost through it, and mulch 75mm thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bamboo is thirsty while establishing. Deep soak twice a week through the first two summers, then reduce. Feed a high nitrogen fertiliser in early spring and again mid summer, since leaf growth is what you are paying for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once a year in late winter, cut the oldest and thinnest culms out at ground level. Strip the lower side branches to 1.5m for a clean stemmed look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold in 200mm packs of six, 250mm packs of three, 300mm pots, 45L and 500mm. The 200mm and 250mm packs are the sensible way to buy a long fence line: young plants that catch up quickly. The 45L and 500mm stock arrives as an established multi culm clump with real presence on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo travels well, though some leaf drop and a few browned tips after transit are normal and grow out. The first season goes into roots, so the tall culms come in year two. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/bamboo-for-screening-fast-lush-and-low-fuss-privacy\"\u003eUsing bamboo for fast, low fuss screening\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bamboo\"\u003eBrowse the full bamboo range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bamboo-for-screening\"\u003eCompare clumping bamboo for screens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-safe-for-pets\"\u003eMore plants safe around cats and dogs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it spread into my neighbour's yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a clumping bamboo, so the rhizomes stay in a crown that widens slowly to about 2m and then holds. Running bamboos are the ones that need barriers, and this is not one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for a screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne metre apart in a single row. Closer planting crowds the clumps and makes thinning awkward later without closing the screen any sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it shorter than 5m?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A culm reaches its full height in one season and then stops extending, so topping it at 3m holds it there permanently. Thin the old culms each year to keep the clump looking fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":44228679041343,"sku":"BAM-MUL-GOL-200MM-P6","price":687.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44762639892799,"sku":"BAM-MUL-GOL-300MM","price":280.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100291187007,"sku":"BAM-MUL-GOL-400MM","price":495.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44762639958335,"sku":"BAM-MUL-GOL-500MM","price":941.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Goldstripe-Bamboo-Bambusa-multiplex-Goldstripe.jpg?v=1741857906"},{"product_id":"timor-black-bamboo-bambusa-lako","title":"Timor Black Bamboo - Bambusa lako","description":"\u003cp\u003eTimor Black Bamboo (\u003cem\u003eBambusa lako\u003c\/em\u003e) is the screening bamboo you plant when you want drama as well as privacy. In mainland Australian gardens it reaches around 12m tall with a clump about 3m wide, the glossy black canes rising through lush green foliage. It is a true clumper, not a runner, so all that height stays exactly where you planted it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy black canes.\u003c\/strong\u003e New culms emerge green and polish up to a deep lacquered black, so the screen looks as good from your side as it is private.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClumping, not running.\u003c\/strong\u003e The clump expands slowly at its base rather than sending runners under fences, the fear that puts people off bamboo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious height, narrow footprint.\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 12m tall from a 3m clump, it screens a two storey neighbour where a hedge would take a decade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast when you need it.\u003c\/strong\u003e New culms reach their full height within a season, so privacy improves in leaps rather than centimetres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is not toxic to cats or dogs, so it suits family backyards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart for a tall dense screen. Three plants cover most boundary sightlines; a longer run at the same spacing walls off a whole side of the block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e The upright habit keeps canes clear of the water, though like all bamboo it sheds some leaf litter, so allow for skimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindbreaks and features.\u003c\/strong\u003e The canes flex rather than snap in wind, and a single clump against a rendered wall, uplit at night, is as architectural as planting gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Timor Black Bamboo in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light shade in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens; in the tropics allow for more than 12m. It is frost tender: young plants burn, so cold inland and southern gardens should look elsewhere or shelter it against a warm wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moist and well drained. Dig compost through the planting area and mulch generously; bamboo feeds close to the surface and rewards the effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply two or three times a week through the first two summers. Established clumps still appreciate summer water, and a nitrogen rich fertiliser each spring drives strong new culms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin the oldest canes at ground level every year or two to keep the clump open and show off the black. It can also be topped to hold a lower screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur standard size is a 400mm pot, an established clump ready to plant and already showing cane colour. Larger 100L and 400L specimens are supplied on backorder for buyers who need an instant screen. New plantings sit quietly for a few weeks, then push fresh culms, each season's shoots taller than the last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/bamboo-for-screening-fast-lush-and-low-fuss-privacy\"\u003eBamboo for screening: fast, lush privacy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bamboo\"\u003eBrowse the full bamboo range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tall-narrow-screening-plants\"\u003eTall and narrow screening plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it spread into my neighbour's yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Bambusa lako is a clumping bamboo, expanding slowly from the base rather than running underground. The clump edge creeps outward over years, not metres per season, and is easy to trim with a spade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast will it screen a two storey house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuickly, by screening standards. From 400mm stock in warm climates, expect useful privacy within two to three seasons as each year's culms overtop the last. The 100L and 400L sizes shorten that wait considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it shorter than 12m?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Top the canes at the height you want and remove any culm that gets too ambitious at ground level. Bamboo does not resent hard cutting the way trees do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it handle frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot well. Light frost marks the foliage and hard frost can kill young plants. It belongs in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens; in marginal areas plant after the last frost in a sheltered spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100291350847,"sku":"BAM-LAK-300MM","price":247.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":51624868708671,"sku":"BAM-LAK-400MM","price":363.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100291481919,"sku":"BAM-LAK-75L","price":1089.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L (Backorder)","offer_id":48944521871679,"sku":"BAM-LAK-100L","price":1379.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400L (Backorder)","offer_id":51637632729407,"sku":"BAM-LAK-400L","price":6669.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Timor-Black-Bamboo-Bambusa-lako.png?v=1766222086"},{"product_id":"giant-timber-bamboo-bambusa-oldhamii","title":"Giant Timber Bamboo - Bambusa oldhamii","description":"\u003cp\u003eGiant Timber Bamboo (\u003cem\u003eBambusa oldhamii\u003c\/em\u003e) is the quickest way to build a screen tall enough to block a two storey outlook. It reaches around 12m in a clump about 4m across, and it is a clumping bamboo rather than a running one, so it stays where you plant it. The canes carry foliage high, which is why it covers what a hedge never can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight a hedge cannot reach.\u003c\/strong\u003e At roughly 12m it screens upper windows and the back of a neighbouring roof, not just the fence line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClumping, not running.\u003c\/strong\u003e The roots are non-invasive and the clump widens slowly from its own centre instead of sending runners under a fence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely fast.\u003c\/strong\u003e New canes push up through the warm months and reach close to full height in one season, then leaf out the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough where other screens fail.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind, humidity, heat and wet soil are all fine, so it suits a damp low corner that drowns a conventional hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not toxic to cats or dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart in a single row for a tall dense screen. Closer than that and the clumps crowd each other, which makes thinning awkward within a few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindbreaks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Canes flex in a gale rather than snapping, and the open habit filters wind instead of blocking it, which is what an exposed block needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single clump reads as living sculpture, and a drift at 2m centres suits a large bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Giant Timber Bamboo in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the thickest canes. This is a plant for tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It takes light frost only, so foliage burns in cold inland districts, the tablelands and hard frosting southern gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not fussy about type, and it tolerates wet feet, but it repays compost worked through the bed. Mulch 75mm deep and keep it clear of emerging shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water generously through the first two summers, because new canes only size up when the clump is never short of moisture. Feed a high nitrogen or lawn fertiliser in early spring and midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin the oldest canes at ground level each winter and strip the lower branches to show the culms. A topped cane never regrows its height, so shape the clump by removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in 200mm packs of six, 250mm packs of three, single 300mm and 400mm pots, and 200L. The 200mm and 250mm sizes are young divisions with a few thin canes and suit a long boundary. The 300mm, 400mm and 200L plants hold established clumps with real presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo travels well, though it often sheds older leaves in transit, which is normal. Expect the first season to go into roots, with the tall canes arriving in the second and third year. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/bamboo-screening-guide\"\u003eHow to plant and manage a bamboo screen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bamboo-for-screening\"\u003eCompare bamboo varieties for screening\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-windbreaks\"\u003ePlants that stand up to wind\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it take over the garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a clumping bamboo, so the rhizomes are short and the clump expands only a little each year from its own base. Running bamboos are the ones that travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it shorter than 12m?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot by cutting the tops, because a topped cane holds that height for life. The practical method is to remove the tallest canes at ground level each year, which keeps the clump around 6m to 8m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much litter does it drop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo sheds leaves steadily rather than all at once, so there is light litter under the clump for most of the year. 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Clumps lift to about 3m tall and 2m across, pushing up upright bracts in deep red edged with gold from spring through to autumn. It widens by a few canes each season, so it screens like a hedge without looking like one. Being frost tender, it belongs in tropical and subtropical gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracts that hold for weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e The red and gold bracts are the display, not the small flowers inside them, and they last far longer than a bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree metres of green with no trunk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad paddle shaped leaves stack up the canes, covering a fence line or a pool pump at eye level and above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick to fill a bed.\u003c\/strong\u003e New canes come from the base each warm season, and a young planting reads as established by its second summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable in damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e It accepts soil that stays wet, including irrigated beds and low corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirds work the flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyeaters go straight for the nectar sitting in the bracts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMassed planting and informal screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart. Heliconias spread by rhizome, so tighter spacing only sets the clumps competing instead of closing the gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large leaves mean large litter rather than the fine debris that clogs a skimmer box, and the clump takes heat reflected off paving and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single clump against a rendered wall or beside a deck earns its space, especially where you want the colour at 1.5m and above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Hot Rio Nights Heliconia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, and part shade suits hot west facing spots where the foliage would scorch. This is a tropical and subtropical plant. Gardeners from Darwin to northern New South Wales can plant it straight into the ground. Around Sydney and Perth it needs a frost free microclimate, and in colder southern cities treat it as a container plant that winters under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and moisture retentive. Work compost through the bed before planting and mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the canes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Steady moisture separates a full clump from a thin one. Deep water twice a week through summer, more in a pot, and feed with a complete fertiliser in early spring and again in midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each cane flowers once and then declines. Cut spent canes off at ground level to keep light into the centre of the clump. Lift and divide every three or four years if the middle thins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in four sizes. The 200mm pack of six is the value choice for a bed or a run of screening: young plants, but quick away in warm weather. The 300mm is the usual single plant size, and the 400mm and 500mm arrive as multi cane clumps carrying real presence on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect the plant to sit quietly for a few weeks, then push new canes once soil temperatures climb. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/heliconias\"\u003eBrowse the full heliconia range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eCompare tropical garden plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/your-ideal-tropical-poolside-plants-for-low-maintenance-bliss\"\u003eChoosing plants for a poolside garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-care-basics-success-with-new-garden-plants\"\u003eGetting a new plant through its first month\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Even a light frost burns the foliage back. South of the subtropics, grow it in a large pot that can be moved under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5m apart for a massed planting or a soft screen. Any closer and the rhizomes compete without closing the gap any faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in a container at least 500mm across using good potting mix. Pots dry faster than beds, so water more often and keep feeding through the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":51625546547519,"sku":"HEL-BIH-HOTRIO-200MM-P6","price":609.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":49084549628223,"sku":"HEL-BIH-HOTRIO-300MM","price":231.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":44511968493887,"sku":"HEL-BIH-HOTRIO-400MM","price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm (Backorder)","offer_id":51625546580287,"sku":"HEL-BIH-HOTRIO-500MM","price":429.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Hot-Rio-Nights-Heliconia-Heliconia-bihai-x-caribaea-Hot-Rio-Nights.png?v=1766222190"},{"product_id":"royal-poinciana-delonix-regia","title":"Royal Poinciana - Delonix regia","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe royal poinciana (\u003cem\u003eDelonix regia\u003c\/em\u003e) is the summer flowering shade tree that defines a tropical street. Given open ground it reaches around 10m tall with a canopy just as wide, and through the hottest months it fills with scarlet and orange flowers. It is fast growing and thrives on heat, but it is frost tender, so this is a tree for tropical and subtropical gardens only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering on a grand scale.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature trees carry red and orange blooms across the whole crown for weeks, then drop a carpet of petals beneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal shade, and quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e The canopy grows as wide as the tree is tall, so one specimen cools a lawn, driveway or outdoor living area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for heat and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e It shrugs off searing heat and wet season humidity, and once established it is genuinely drought tolerant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlive with wildlife.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers draw nectar feeding birds, bees and butterflies, and salt tolerance suits coastal gardens up north.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a big tree. It earns its place on acreage, large blocks, parks and school grounds, anywhere a 10m canopy is an asset rather than a problem. As a driveway or avenue tree, plant 10m to 12m apart; as a single lawn feature it works even better, because you can walk under it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne honest warning: the roots are broad and shallow, so they lift paving and find pipes. Keep the trunk at least 8m from buildings, paths, pools and services. The seed pods are not pet safe, so rake them up if you have a dog that chews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing royal poinciana in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate, and where it will not grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and subtropical gardens only. It suits far north and coastal Queensland, northern New South Wales and tropical northern Western Australia. Frost kills young trees, so in cool southern gardens around Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra or Hobart it will not make a tree. Choose a frost hardy shade tree instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and soil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, all day. It is not fussy about soil provided drainage is good, and it copes well with sandy coastal ground. Avoid heavy clay that stays wet through the wet season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering, feeding and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply once or twice a week through the first two summers, then only in extended dry spells. A slow release fertiliser in early spring is plenty; go easy on high nitrogen lawn feeds, which push leaf at the expense of flower. Prune while the tree is young to build one strong leader and well spaced limbs, because long horizontal branches carry real weight later on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are advanced container grown trees in 45L, 100L, 200L and 400L sizes, so you start with real height and trunk calliper. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, confirmed with you before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoinciana is semi deciduous, thinning out or dropping its leaves entirely through winter and the dry season. A tree arriving in the cooler months can look bare, which is normal; it flushes again as soon as the weather warms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered Australia wide, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/delonix-regia-discovering-the-iconic-australian-flame-tree\"\u003ePoinciana growing guide, and how it differs from the Illawarra flame tree\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-canopy-trees-to-create-shade\"\u003eThe best shade trees for Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-shade-trees\"\u003eBrowse all fast growing shade trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowering-trees\"\u003eSee more flowering trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/delonix-regia-royal-poinciana-ex-ground\"\u003eField-grown Royal Poinciana in specimen sizes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow one in Melbourne, Adelaide or Hobart?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is frost tender and needs tropical or subtropical conditions to survive and flower. In cool southern gardens it rarely recovers from its first winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long before it flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually three to five years from planting, and heaviest in full sun on a tree not fed hard with nitrogen. Larger container sizes give you a head start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it lose its leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Expect thinning or full leaf drop in winter and the dry season, then a fresh flush in spring ahead of flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow soon will it give me shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA usable canopy takes about five to eight years from an advanced tree, fastest if you water deeply while it establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67789557399871,"sku":"DEL-REG-tube","price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100302983487,"sku":"DEL-REG-140MM-P10","price":197.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100302721343,"sku":"DEL-REG-300MM","price":231.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100302917951,"sku":"DEL-REG-400MM","price":396.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":55100302819647,"sku":"DEL-REG-75L","price":825.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44657177133375,"sku":"DEL-REG-100L","price":825.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"180L","offer_id":55100302852415,"sku":"DEL-REG-180L","price":1237.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":48747455545663,"sku":"DEL-REG-200L","price":1237.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100302885183,"sku":"DEL-REG-300L","price":1732.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400L","offer_id":47286350479679,"sku":"DEL-REG-400L","price":3300.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100302754111,"sku":"DEL-REG-1000L","price":6187.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100302786879,"sku":"DEL-REG-2000L","price":9625.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Royal-Poinciana-Delonix-regia_5e0de28a.png?v=1768454935"},{"product_id":"peacock-licuala-licuala-sp-kalimantan","title":"Peacock Licuala - Licuala sp. 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This is a collector's palm: shade loving, warmth loving, and slow enough that a single plant stays a feature rather than a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFronds like nothing else.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide pleated fans give a texture no other palm in the range can match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall and slow.\u003c\/strong\u003e At around 2.5m by 2m eventually, it fits a courtyard, an entry bed or a large indoor pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is not toxic to cats or dogs, which matters for a plant that often ends up indoors at floor level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots that stay put, feet that stay wet.\u003c\/strong\u003e The root system is non-invasive, and unusually for a palm it copes with damp ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Understorey is its natural home, so plant it beneath established canopy or on the shaded side of a wall where it gets warmth without direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors and in pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright room set back from the window works well, as does a large container on a sheltered patio. Use a pot at least 400mm wide and keep the mix damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-invasive roots and a tolerance for damp soil make it a good choice for a shaded pool corner, provided it is out of the wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Peacock Licuala in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and subtropical gardens only, in shade or dappled light. It is frost tender and needs constant warmth, so anywhere with a genuine winter it belongs in a sheltered indoor position rather than open ground. Keep it out of wind: the large fans tear easily and a torn frond never repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, organic and moisture retentive. Work compost through the planting hole, mulch generously and do not let it dry out. It handles wet soil far better than dry soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water often enough that the mix never dries right through, which in a pot can mean two or three times a week in summer. Feed lightly with a controlled release palm fertiliser in spring and again in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove fronds only once they have fully browned. Growth is so slow that every frond counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in 50mm tubes. That is small, and worth saying plainly: you are buying a young seedling with two or three juvenile fans, not a specimen. The price reflects how rare and how slow this palm is, not its size on arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan in years rather than seasons. Pot it up gradually instead of moving it straight into a large container, and expect a handful of new fronds each year. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eBrowse the exotic and rare plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palms-ferns-tropical\"\u003eMore palms, ferns and tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that stays lush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003eOther plants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and for most Australian gardeners that is the safest option. Give it a warm room with bright indirect light, keep the mix evenly damp, and avoid draughts and air conditioning vents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow slow is slow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery. Expect a few new fronds a year and a decade or more before it looks like a mature palm. Buy it because you want that plant eventually, not because you need cover now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is not toxic to cats or dogs, so it can sit at floor level in a home with pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the fronds split or tear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWind is almost always the cause. The broad fans have no natural fold lines to shed a gust, so shelter matters more here than it would for a feather palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"50mm Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":44657271308607,"sku":"LIC-KAL-50MM-tube","price":361.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Peacock-Licuala-Licuala-sp_-Kalimantan_08b85be8.jpg?v=1742472170"},{"product_id":"brownea-hybrid-brownea-grandiceps-macrophylla","title":"Brownea Hybrid - Brownea grandiceps × macrophylla","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Brownea Hybrid (\u003cem\u003eBrownea grandiceps\u003c\/em\u003e x \u003cem\u003emacrophylla\u003c\/em\u003e) is the Rose of Venezuela, a small South American rainforest tree grown for dense scarlet flower heads the size of a grapefruit. In an Australian garden it settles at around 7m tall and 6m wide, usually less, with a low spreading canopy that casts genuine shade. It is a collector's tree that needs warmth and shelter, and nothing else flowers quite like it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers you will not see anywhere else.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tight scarlet globes sit close to the branches, often low enough to look straight into, and hold for weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew growth that performs.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh leaves emerge limp and pale pink, hanging like handkerchiefs for days before hardening into deep green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirds work it hard.\u003c\/strong\u003e The flower heads carry serious nectar, so honeyeaters find the tree quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare, and stays a manageable size.\u003c\/strong\u003e Seldom offered in Australia, and at roughly 7m it fits a suburban block as most rainforest trees do not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a warm, sheltered position where the flowers can be seen at close range, such as a courtyard corner or beside an entry path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade in a tropical garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e The canopy spreads wide and low, which suits an understorey planting of gingers, calatheas and ferns beneath it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Brownea Hybrid in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a tropical and subtropical tree and nothing else. It is frost tender, so anywhere frost settles it needs a large pot that can move under cover. Partial shade suits it best, with protection from drying wind; full sun works in the humid tropics but scorches the soft new leaves in drier gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, rich, well drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Dig compost through the bed before planting and mulch 75mm deep, kept off the trunk. It resents compacted or shallow ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a high water plant. Keep the root zone consistently moist through the warm months, particularly for the first three summers, and never let a young tree dry out. Feed a complete slow release fertiliser in early spring and again in mid summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Very little is needed. Remove crossing or damaged wood after flowering, and resist shortening the branches, since the flowers form on established stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is supplied in a 100mm pot and generally runs on backorder, because it is grown in small numbers. You are buying a young plant, usually under knee height, with a few sets of leaves and a single stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall pots travel well and establish quickly in warm weather, but be realistic about the wait: a Brownea grown from a young plant takes several years to reach flowering size. Grow it on in a larger pot for a season or two before planting out. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that stays lush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eBrowse rare and collectable plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowering-trees\"\u003eCompare other flowering trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-tropical-climates\"\u003ePlants suited to tropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long until it flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a 100mm plant, allow several years of steady growth in warm conditions. Feeding, water and shelter shorten the wait more than anything else you can do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in Sydney, Perth or Melbourne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in the open ground with confidence. It is frost tender and wants humidity, so outside the tropics and subtropics treat it as a container plant that winters under cover in a warm, bright spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much shade does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePartial shade is ideal, especially while young. Dappled light under taller trees mimics the rainforest understorey it comes from and keeps the soft new growth from burning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it get too big for a suburban yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt about 7m tall and 6m wide it stays well within the scale of a normal backyard, and cultivated trees usually finish smaller than that. Allow 6m of clear width and keep it away from the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"100mm Pot (Backorder)","offer_id":44659789136191,"sku":"BRO-GRA-MAC-100MMPOT","price":144.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Brownea-Hybrid-Brownea-grandiceps-x-macrophylla_7c673445.jpg?v=1742472194"},{"product_id":"pink-spathoglottis-orchid-spathoglottis-plicata","title":"Pink Spathoglottis Orchid - Spathoglottis plicata","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Spathoglottis Orchid (\u003cem\u003eSpathoglottis plicata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a ground orchid that behaves like a garden plant, which is why it turns up in so many tropical landscapes. Pleated green leaves form a clump around 60cm across, and pink to purple flower spikes push to about 70cm and keep coming almost year round in warm gardens. It goes into ordinary soil, in an ordinary bed, like any other perennial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn orchid that grows in the ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e No bark mix, no mounting, no special technique. It plants into a normal garden bed with compost and mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt flowers almost continuously.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical gardens the spikes come in waves through most of the year, heaviest over the warm months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for shade and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dappled light under a palm or a tree is exactly where it performs, and that is a hard spot to fill with anything that flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt clumps up rather than dying out.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each plant thickens over a few seasons, so a bed can be divided instead of replaced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart for a full bed. Under palms or frangipani, a drift of forty or fifty plants gives colour where lawn will not grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and edging.\u003c\/strong\u003e The same 40cm spacing along a shaded path gives a low band of pleated foliage with near constant flower spikes above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 300mm pot holds a single mature clump. Grouped in threes on a shaded patio it reads as a feature, and pots can move under cover through a cold snap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing spathoglottis orchid in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade: filtered light, or morning sun with afternoon protection. Full sun bleaches the leaves. This is a tropical, subtropical and warm temperate plant, and it is frost tender, so anywhere that frosts it has to be a pot brought under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil with plenty of organic matter, mulched to hold moisture. The pseudobulbs sit at the surface, so plant with the base of the bulb level with the soil, and keep mulch off the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a high water plant, so keep the soil consistently moist through the warm months and ease off in cool weather. A light monthly liquid feed through spring and summer suits it best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut spent flower spikes back to the base once the last bud has opened, remove old yellowing leaves, and divide congested clumps every three or four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes in two sizes: 140mm pots in packs of ten, and single 300mm pots. The 140mm plants are young divisions, and ten of them plant about 1.6 square metres at 40cm spacing. A 300mm plant is a mature clump, often already in spike, and the size to buy if you want one pot to look finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrchid foliage bruises easily, so expect a marked leaf or two after transit. The 140mm pack moves in and out of backorder, so check the size selector before planning a large bed. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/orchids-care-maintenance-a-guide\"\u003eA practical guide to orchid care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003eOther plants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-tropical-climates\"\u003eBuild the bed out with tropical garden plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowering-plants\"\u003eBrowse the wider flowering plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need special orchid mix?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a terrestrial orchid and it grows in ordinary garden soil improved with compost, or in a standard premium potting mix. Drainage matters, bark mix does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow cold can it take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is frost tender. Below about 5 degrees the leaves mark and growth stops, and a real frost will kill the foliage outright. In cool temperate gardens grow it in a pot and shift it under cover from late autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I divide it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, every three or four years in early spring. Lift the clump, pull it apart so each division has two or three healthy pseudobulbs and some roots, then replant at the same depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":44792637620543,"sku":"SPA-PLI-140MM-P10","price":319.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":48041763963199,"sku":"SPA-PLI-300MM","price":148.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Pink-Spathoglottis-Orchid-Spathoglottis-plicata_670663a2.jpg?v=1742472446"},{"product_id":"coconut-palm-cocos-nucifera","title":"Coconut Palm - Cocos nucifera","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Coconut Palm (\u003cem\u003eCocos nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e) reads instantly as the tropics, and it is worth being straight about where it belongs: this is a plant for far north Australia and nowhere else. In the right climate it reaches around 10m tall with a 6m spread of arching fronds over ten to fifteen years, and it grows quickly for a palm once away. If you garden in Darwin, Broome, Cairns, Townsville or on the Port Douglas coast, this is as authentic as a feature palm gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNothing else looks like it.\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean single trunk under a wide crown of long fronds, the silhouette every resort garden imitates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growing for a palm.\u003c\/strong\u003e With warmth, water and a decent soil it puts on visible height each year rather than sitting still.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for the beach.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant, humidity tolerant and heat tolerant, and it grows in sand where most feature trees will not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Old fronds come off once or twice a year and that is the whole program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt bears fruit.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature palms carry coconuts, which is a real harvest and something to plan around.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Front line beachside positions are where this palm outperforms almost everything, handling salt spray, sandy soil and wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic use, and it works because the fronds are large and easy to pick up rather than fine litter that clogs a filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature and avenue planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant singly as a focal point, or space them 6m to 8m apart along a driveway so the crowns never touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Coconut Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun and a tropical climate. This palm is frost tender, and cold is not the only limit: it wants consistent warmth and humidity to grow properly. It is not a plant for Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra or Hobart, and subtropical gardens are marginal at best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining sand or sandy loam is ideal, and it is one of the few palms that genuinely thrives in coastal sand. On heavier ground, plant on a raised mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep watering two or three times a week through the first year. Feed three times a year with a palm fertiliser containing magnesium and potassium; yellowing older fronds usually signal a potassium shortfall rather than a watering fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and safety.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove only fully brown fronds, because the crown feeds the trunk. Falling coconuts are heavy, so keep mature palms clear of paths, seating and play areas, or have the fruit removed annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is supplied as a 100L specimen, a substantial palm with an established root system and a developed crown rather than a seedling. That gives immediate height and a far faster start than a small palm, which can take years to build a trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalms this size are heavy, and travel strapped and protected. It is delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and advanced and large stock freighted at cost. Expect a pause of a month or two while the roots move out, then a new spear from the crown. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-coastal-areas\"\u003eShop salt tolerant coastal plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eCompare poolside planting options\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eA guide to choosing the right palm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow a coconut palm in a subtropical or temperate garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonestly, no. It needs year round tropical warmth. In subtropical gardens it survives without ever looking right, and further south it dies. For a similar look, a Foxtail or Bangalow palm is the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long until it produces coconuts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a 100L plant, roughly six to eight years on a good tropical site with regular water and feeding. Palms in poor soil or marginal warmth take longer, or never fruit reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far from the pool or house should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least 4m from paving, seating and structures. That keeps falling fronds and fruit clear, and lets the crown reach its full 6m spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"330mm","offer_id":55100313960767,"sku":"COC-NUC-330MM","price":326.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100313927999,"sku":"COC-NUC-400MM","price":528.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":55100313993535,"sku":"COC-NUC-75L","price":660.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44792899961151,"sku":"COC-NUC-100L","price":687.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"160L","offer_id":55100314059071,"sku":"COC-NUC-160L","price":2200.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":55100314026303,"sku":"COC-NUC-200L","price":2200.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Coconut-Palm-Cocos-nucifera_1962def9.jpg?v=1766222363"},{"product_id":"red-christmas-heliconia-heliconia-angusta-red-christmas","title":"Red Christmas Heliconia - Heliconia angusta 'Red Christmas'","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Christmas Heliconia (\u003cem\u003eHeliconia angusta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Christmas') is the compact heliconia that flowers when you want it to: brilliant scarlet bracts held upright through the warmer months and famously peaking over the festive season. It forms a lush clump about 2m tall and 1.5m wide, a manageable scale that fits real gardens and big pots, and the nectar rich flowers keep honeyeaters visiting for weeks at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour for the party season.\u003c\/strong\u003e The upright red bracts hit their stride through summer, with the heaviest show around December, hence the name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA heliconia that fits.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 2m it delivers full tropical drama without the 4m thicket the big heliconias build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast, lush cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clumps thicken quickly, turning a bare fence corner into resort planting in a season or two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBird theatre.\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyeaters and sunbirds work the bracts daily while they stand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut flowers included.\u003c\/strong\u003e The bracts last two weeks or more in a vase, straight from the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical garden beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart along a fence or wall for a continuous band of foliage and flower. Sheltered, warm and rich is the recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting under palms.\u003c\/strong\u003e The dappled light beneath established palms mimics its natural habitat perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot on a warm patio keeps it contained and brings the flowers up close; it also lets cooler climate gardeners shift it out of winter's way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening.\u003c\/strong\u003e A double row makes a soft 2m seasonal screen around pools and outdoor rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Red Christmas Heliconia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning sun or bright dappled light with shelter from harsh wind. It thrives in tropical and subtropical gardens and warm frost free temperate pockets. It is frost tender: one freeze cuts it to the ground, so south of the frost line grow it in a pot under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moist and organic. Dig in compost generously, mulch deeply, and it will even tolerate periodically wet ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep water up through the warm months; heliconias are thirsty when growing and flowering. Feed monthly with a liquid feed, or use a controlled release fertiliser in spring and midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut each flowered stem to the ground once its bract fades; new shoots replace them continuously. Divide crowded clumps every few years in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Christmas ships in 200mm pots in packs of 6, the practical format for building a clump fast: plant the six as a group at 1m spacings, or run them along a fence line. Plants arrive as established rhizomes with foliage and settle quickly in warm weather, typically flowering their first full summer. Delivery is Australia wide, from $29.95,. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/heliconias\"\u003eBrowse the heliconia range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-tropical-climates\"\u003ePlants for tropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it really flower at Christmas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn warm gardens, that is its signature. Flowering runs through the warmer months, and in the subtropics and tropics the peak reliably lands across December and January.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in Melbourne or Adelaide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly as a pot plant wintered under cover or in a warm protected courtyard. Frost ends it, so treat it like you would a frangipani in a cold climate, but stricter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are there no flowers on my clump?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually too much shade or not enough food and water. Bright light, rich soil and steady moisture are what push heliconia stems to flowering size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it spread like ginger?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt clumps steadily outward rather than running. A spade around the edge once a year keeps the footprint exactly where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":44849365090623,"sku":"HEL-ANG-REDCHR-200MM-P6","price":217.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100345385279,"sku":"HEL-ANG-REDCHR-300MM","price":181.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Red-Christmas-Heliconia-Heliconia-angusta-Red-Christmas.png?v=1742472742"},{"product_id":"river-birch-betula-nigra","title":"River Birch - Betula nigra","description":"\u003cp\u003eRiver Birch (\u003cem\u003eBetula nigra\u003c\/em\u003e) is the birch to plant where other birches sulk. It reaches about 12m tall and 7m wide, grows faster than most shade trees, and its real feature is the bark: cinnamon and salmon coloured sheets that peel from a young age. Unlike silver birch it handles both heat and ground that stays wet after rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBark that carries the winter.\u003c\/strong\u003e The papery, curling bark starts peeling on young trunks, so you are not waiting twenty years for the effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet ground is an advantage, not a problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e This one grows on riverbanks and copes with slow draining clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast shade, clear gold in autumn.\u003c\/strong\u003e A quick, open canopy cools a lawn through summer, turns clean butter yellow, then drops and lets the winter sun through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e One tree near a path or a window, where the bark can be seen close up, does more than three planted out of reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamp ground and heavy clay.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it where the garden stays soggy for days, along a swale, or beside a dam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroves, screening and driveways.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 4m apart. Three or five read as a small woodland and screen a neighbouring outlook. The same spacing suits a driveway line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing River Birch in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, with full sun giving the strongest autumn colour. This is a tree for cool temperate and warm temperate gardens: Victoria, Tasmania, the ACT, most of New South Wales and the Adelaide region. It is frost hardy, but in tropical and subtropical gardens it will not get the winter it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Happiest in deep soil that stays moist, and slightly acidic ground suits it best. Mulch 75mm deep out to the drip line and keep it off the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is not a drought tree. Deep soak twice a week through the first two summers and keep water up to it in dry spells, or the leaves brown and drop early. A complete slow release fertiliser in early spring is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Take out crossing or damaged wood in late summer or early autumn. Birches bleed sap heavily from late winter and spring cuts, so avoid pruning then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in four sizes: 200mm pots sold as a pack of six, then 300mm, 400mm and 45L. The 200mm packs are the value option for a grove or a driveway line. The larger sizes arrive with a formed trunk and the bark character already beginning. Delivered between late autumn and early spring the tree will be bare, which is normal for a deciduous species and not a fault. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003eBrowse other deciduous trees for autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/trees\"\u003eSee the full range of trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003eHow to prepare heavy or wet ground for planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be kept smaller by pruning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot for long. It is a fast grower heading for about 12m tall and 7m wide, so regular cutting back will not hold it at half that size. Give it the room from the start and keep pruning to crossing or damaged wood in late summer or early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow close to the house or the drains can I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it at least 6m from a house, and well away from sewer lines, stormwater pipes and septic trenches. The roots actively seek moisture, so an old drain with a weeping joint will find them long before you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose a single trunk or a multi stemmed tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti stemmed gives you more bark at eye level and a wider, softer outline, which suits a feature position. A single trunk is better for a driveway or anywhere you need clearance underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":44949694644543,"sku":"BET-NIG-200MM-P6","price":243.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":49545592013119,"sku":"BET-NIG-300MM","price":203.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":49545592045887,"sku":"BET-NIG-400MM","price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":55100361802047,"sku":"BET-NIG-100L","price":880.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":55100361867583,"sku":"BET-NIG-200L","price":2358.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/River-Birch-Betula-nigra.png?v=1768455327"},{"product_id":"summer-cascade-river-birch-betula-nigra-summer-cascade","title":"Summer Cascade River Birch - Betula nigra Summer Cascade","description":"\u003cp\u003eSummer Cascade River Birch (\u003cem\u003eBetula nigra\u003c\/em\u003e 'Summer Cascade') is a weeping birch grafted to stay small enough for a suburban block. Where the species climbs past 15m, this form settles at roughly 4m tall and 4m wide, with long pendulous branches that reach the ground and peeling cinnamon bark underneath. The leaves turn clear yellow in autumn before dropping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA weeping tree that actually fits.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 4m in both directions it gives a real canopy without the scale of a full sized birch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree seasons of interest.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh green in spring, a curtain of foliage through summer, then clear yellow autumn colour and peeling bark once the leaves drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e River birch tolerates wet feet, so the low corner that stays soggy after rain is a genuine option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast, and weather hardy.\u003c\/strong\u003e It reads as a feature within a few seasons, and it is frost hardy, heat tolerant and wind tolerant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A specimen tree, best used singly where you can walk around it. Give it a clear 4m of space, with lawn or low planting beneath so the weeping form shows to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall gardens and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e The compact grafted size makes it one of the few weeping trees that suits a modern block. Plant it 2.5m to 3m clear of a fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight shade over a seat.\u003c\/strong\u003e The canopy casts filtered shade in summer and lets sun through once the leaves drop, which is what a year round seating area needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Summer Cascade River Birch in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light shade. This is a cool temperate and warm temperate tree, suited to Victoria, Tasmania, the southern tablelands, Adelaide, Perth and cooler parts of New South Wales. It is not a plant for subtropical or tropical gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It prefers moist, slightly acidic soil with organic matter through it and, unlike most trees, accepts damp ground. It is far less happy on dry, alkaline or shallow soil. Mulch 75mm deep to the edge of the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a high water tree, not a drought tolerant one. Water deeply twice a week through the first two summers and keep the water up in dry spells, because a stressed birch drops leaves early and loses its autumn colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and staking.\u003c\/strong\u003e Very little pruning is needed. Remove any shoots below the graft union promptly, since they revert to the upright species. Stake for the first two years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is supplied in a 400mm pot, an established young tree with a formed weeping head rather than a whip. It gives real presence in the first season and is stable enough to plant straight out with a stake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing deciduous, a tree sent through winter arrives bare stemmed, which is normal and the easiest time to plant one. In leaf, expect some leaf loss in transit. Water deeply through the first two summers and expect strong growth from the second season. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/evergreen-vs-deciduous-trees-australia-guide\"\u003eEvergreen or deciduous, and how to choose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full deciduous tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eCompare other plants with autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-trees-for-urban-gardens\"\u003eWhat else suits small urban gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will it actually get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 4m tall and 4m wide, a fraction of the 15m the species reaches. The final height depends on how high the weeping head was grafted and whether a leader is staked upright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in Brisbane or further north?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and it is worth being clear about it. This is a cool temperate and warm temperate tree. In subtropical and tropical gardens the summer heat and humidity stress it, and the autumn colour never really arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the roots a problem near paving or pipes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirch roots are shallow and follow moisture, so give it 3m of clearance from paving, drains and service lines. Plant it in open ground rather than a narrow strip beside a slab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"400mm","offer_id":50342287737151,"sku":"BET-NIG-SUM-400MM","price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":55100361965887,"sku":"BET-NIG-SUM-200L","price":1966.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Summer-Cascade-River-Birch-Betula-nigra-Summer-Cascade.jpg?v=1741858513"},{"product_id":"king-fern-angiopteris-evecta","title":"King Fern - Angiopteris evecta","description":"\u003cp\u003eKing Fern is the largest fern you can plant in an Australian garden. \u003cem\u003eAngiopteris evecta\u003c\/em\u003e reaches about 3m tall from a squat trunk, with fronds stretching 5m from base to tip, so a mature plant occupies well over 4m of ground. Native to the wet forests of far north Queensland, it is a specimen plant, not a garden filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFronds on a scale you have to see.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each arching frond runs to 5m, filling a shaded courtyard on its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA living fossil.\u003c\/strong\u003e The genus predates flowering plants. The swollen trunk and paired basal scales look prehistoric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn Australian native.\u003c\/strong\u003e It belongs in a subtropical or tropical rainforest style planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt wants the spot nothing else likes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep shade with permanently moist soil defeats most gardeners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen structure year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e No flowers to wait for; form and foliage carry the space in every season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRainforest feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e The one genuine use. Anchor a shaded gully or sheltered courtyard, allowing a clear 4m to 5m radius so the fronds extend without hitting a wall or path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnder a high canopy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Established palms or large-leafed natives give it the filtered light and still air it grew up under.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeside water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Creek banks, pond edges and damp low points suit it: it takes wet feet, and the humidity keeps fronds from crisping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing King Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep shade and shelter from wind, which tears fronds that size. Tropical and subtropical only, and frost tender, so gardens south of about the mid New South Wales coast need a heated glasshouse. Humidity is a requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, rich, permanently moist soil high in organic matter. Dig compost and aged leaf litter through the bed, and mulch thickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Never let the root zone dry out, even briefly, and mist in dry weather. Feed a gentle organic fertiliser twice through the warmer months; strong chemical fertiliser burns the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove fronds only once they have browned off, cutting near the trunk. Old frond bases build the knobbly trunk, so leave them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree sizes are grown: 400mm, 500mm and 700mm pots. Even the smallest is an established plant with several fronds, slow to produce and priced accordingly. The 700mm plants are advanced specimens with a formed trunk base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge fronds are vulnerable in transit, so plants travel with fronds tied and some tip damage is possible. That is cosmetic and grows out, though expect a slow first year while the roots establish. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eCreating the right environment for ferns\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eFerns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palms-ferns-tropical\"\u003eBrowse palms, ferns and tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eExotic and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much space does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than most expect. Allow a clear radius of at least 4m: the fronds extend outward rather than upward and are damaged if they meet a wall or a fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in Sydney or Melbourne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in open ground. It is frost tender and needs tropical or subtropical conditions with constant humidity, so southern gardens need a heated, humidified glasshouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun can it take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery little. Deep shade is what it evolved under, and direct sun scorches the fronds within days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it so expensive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows very slowly from spore and takes years to reach saleable size. This is a plant that cannot be rushed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"400mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44965769576767,"sku":"ANG-EVE-400MM","price":579.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44965771968831,"sku":"ANG-EVE-500MM","price":941.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"700mm (Backorder)","offer_id":51624851996991,"sku":"ANG-EVE-700MM","price":1320.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/King-Fern-Angiopteris-evecta.jpg?v=1741858595"},{"product_id":"triandra-palm-areca-triandra","title":"Triandra Palm - Areca triandra","description":"\u003cp\u003eTriandra Palm (\u003cem\u003eAreca triandra\u003c\/em\u003e) is the clumping palm for shaded courtyards, where most palms sulk. It sends up slender bamboo like canes to about 4m tall in a clump around 3m wide, and the small cream flowers carry a light citrus perfume. The roots are non-invasive, so it can be planted tight against paving or a pool edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt genuinely prefers shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e A shade loving palm that holds its colour out of direct sun, which makes it the answer for a dark courtyard or a south facing corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Small cream flowers release a light lemon scent, which is unusual in a palm and noticeable in an enclosed space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClumping and self renewing.\u003c\/strong\u003e New canes come up from the base, so the clump thickens over time and a single plant reads as a group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensible near hard surfaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-invasive roots and a 3m footprint suit narrow beds, pool surrounds and large pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded courtyards and screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart for a dense palm screen. The clumping habit closes the gaps between canes far better than single stemmed palms manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender canes, no spines and light litter make it a practical pool palm, and it tolerates the damp ground that collects around a wet edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and balconies.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 500mm or wider carries a clump for years and holds it a little smaller than it would grow in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Triandra Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part to full shade, sheltered from hot afternoon sun, which yellows the fronds. It is frost tender and belongs in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. Cooler southern gardens need it under cover or indoors in a bright spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich in organic matter and moisture retentive, with drainage underneath. It is wet feet tolerant, so damp ground is fine, but stagnant water is not. Mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the canes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the root zone consistently moist, watering two or three times a week through summer heat. A slow release palm fertiliser in early spring and again in late summer keeps the fronds dark green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove only browned fronds and spent flower stems, cutting close to the cane. Old canes can be taken out at ground level to keep the clump open and let new ones through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold in two sizes, 400mm and 500mm pots. Both are established multi caned clumps rather than single seedlings, and the 500mm plants carry more canes and more height for an immediate screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFronds are tied for transit and often look creased when unwrapped, opening out within a fortnight. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Expect new canes from the base within the first warm season. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eA guide to palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003eCompare plants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant them for a screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5m apart in a single row. At that spacing the clumps merge into a continuous stand of canes within two to three seasons, without crowding each other at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in a bright room out of direct sun, with reasonable humidity and consistent watering. Indoors it stays smaller than the 4m it reaches in a warm garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it handle frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is frost tender, and cold damages both the fronds and the growing points. In cool temperate gardens grow it in a pot that can be moved under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100381266239,"sku":"ARE-TRI-200MM-P6","price":232.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100381299007,"sku":"ARE-TRI-300MM","price":132.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":44965798740287,"sku":"ARE-TRI-400MM","price":495.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm (Backorder)","offer_id":51638602006847,"sku":"ARE-TRI-500MM","price":825.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Triandra-Palm-Areca-triandra.jpg?v=1741858596"},{"product_id":"orange-areca-palm-areca-vestiaria-orange-form","title":"Orange Areca Palm - Areca vestiaria 'Orange Form'","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrange Areca Palm (\u003cem\u003eAreca vestiaria\u003c\/em\u003e, orange form) is grown for the colour of its trunk rather than the shape of its fronds. The crownshaft and emerging leaf sheaths glow apricot orange on slender clumping stems that reach about 5m tall and 2.5m across in an Australian garden. It is a rainforest understorey palm, so it wants shade, humidity and steady moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrange where every other palm is green.\u003c\/strong\u003e The crownshaft and new leaf bases hold their colour year round, so it reads as a feature without needing flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA small footprint for a 5m palm.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 2.5m wide it fits a courtyard or a narrow side garden that could not take a foxtail or a bangalow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt prefers shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered light suits it, making it one of the few genuine feature palms for a shaded courtyard or a covered balcony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet ground is not a problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates damp soil and heavy watering, so it suits a low spot or a bed that drains slowly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded courtyards, balconies and poolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered light, walls to cut the wind and reflected humidity are what it wants, and a suburban courtyard supplies all three. The clumping habit suits a pool surround, out of afternoon glare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge pots and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A container 600mm or wider holds it for years and keeps it nearer 3m. In the ground, plant it as a single clump under existing canopy, where mature clumps lift onto a cone of exposed stilt roots worth showing off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Orange Areca Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered light or part shade, sheltered from wind. Hot afternoon sun scorches the fronds and wind shreds them. This is a palm for tropical and subtropical gardens only, and it is frost tender, so constant warmth matters as much as the absence of frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moisture retentive and full of organic matter, mimicking a rainforest floor. Dig compost and aged manure through the bed, then mulch heavily, 75mm or more, clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a high water palm. Do not let it dry out, especially in a pot, because dry roots show as brown frond tips that never green again. Feed a controlled release palm fertiliser three times through the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost none. Cut fronds off only once fully brown, since the palm draws nutrients back out of a yellowing frond first. Leave the stilt roots alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in three sizes: 250mm pots in packs of three, single 300mm pots and 400mm pots. The 250mm and 300mm plants are juveniles, knee to waist height with the orange already showing. The 400mm plants give you presence in the first season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalms travel upright with the fronds tied, so expect creasing and the odd torn leaflet, which is cosmetic and grows out. Growth is moderate: allow three to five years to build real stem. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eA practical overview of palm varieties for Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-areca-palm-areca-vestiaria-red-form\"\u003eRed Areca Palm\u003c\/a\u003e for the same palm with a deeper red crownshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eCompare other plants suited to poolside planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiltered light or part shade is ideal. Morning sun is fine, but hot afternoon sun bleaches the fronds. Under an existing canopy or against a shaded wall is where it looks its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in Sydney, Perth or Melbourne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in open ground. It needs tropical or subtropical warmth and it is frost tender, so gardeners in cooler cities should use a large pot in a warm courtyard and shift it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the orange colour last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The crownshaft and new leaf sheaths stay orange as the palm matures, and the colour is strongest on plants grown in shade with steady moisture and regular feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44965802770751,"sku":"ARE-VES-ORAFOR-300MM","price":247.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44965804638527,"sku":"ARE-VES-ORAFOR-400MM","price":522.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Orange-Areca-Palm-Areca-vestiaria-Orange-Form.jpg?v=1741858596"},{"product_id":"red-areca-palm-areca-vestiaria-red-form","title":"Red Areca Palm - Areca vestiaria 'Red Form'","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Areca Palm (\u003cem\u003eAreca vestiaria\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Form') is a collector's palm grown for a feature almost nothing else offers: crownshafts and new stems washed in orange through deep red. It is a clumping palm that settles at around 5m tall and 2.5m wide in Australian gardens, slower and shorter here than in its Southeast Asian habitat. Give it a frost free, humid position and it becomes the plant visitors ask about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThat crownshaft colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e The sheathed trunk tops and emerging stems glow orange to red against deep green fronds, a colour combination no common palm can match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA manageable, clumping habit.\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple slender stems to about 5m suit courtyards and garden beds where a solitary palm would end up towering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots that behave.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-invasive roots make it safe close to pools, paving and plumbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unusually for a palm it tolerates wet feet, so the low corner that stays moist after rain is an opportunity rather than a problem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine rarity.\u003c\/strong\u003e A palm seldom seen outside collections, with an unmistakably tropical signature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as the centrepiece of a tropical bed where the coloured stems are visible at eye level, ideally against a plain wall or deep green backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e The tidy clumping habit, safe roots and love of humidity make it a natural around pools in the tropics and subtropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot in a warm, sheltered, bright position suits it well, and in marginal climates a pot lets you move the palm under protection in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Red Areca Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is strictly a plant for tropical and subtropical gardens. It is frost tender, so south of the subtropics treat it as a conservatory or shadehouse specimen. Give it shelter, filtered light or gentle morning sun, protection from drying wind, and as much humidity as you can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moisture holding soil with plenty of compost. It tolerates wet feet, though steady moisture with drainage is the ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it consistently moist, never bone dry. Feed with a palm specific fertiliser in spring and again in mid summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e None beyond removing fully spent fronds. Never cut the growing tips, as each stem grows from a single point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer Red Areca Palm in 250mm pots, sold as a pack of 3 that establishes as a fuller clump sooner, and as advanced 60L specimens with real height and stem colour already showing. This palm is slow growing in Australian conditions, so buy close to the size you want to look at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a settling period of a month or two after planting before new spears push. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every palm is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eAn essential guide to palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse our full palm range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that stays lush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/your-ideal-tropical-poolside-plants-for-low-maintenance-bliss\"\u003eChoosing tropical poolside plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside the tropics and subtropics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly with real protection. It is frost tender and needs warmth and humidity, so in Sydney and further south it is a plant for a heated glasshouse, a bright conservatory or a very sheltered warm microclimate, not open garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the red colour stronger on some plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour intensity varies with the age of the stem, light levels and the individual plant. New sheaths show the strongest orange red, and colour generally deepens as the clump matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast will it reach 5m?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlowly. In Australian gardens it grows at a fraction of its habitat pace, and a 250mm plant will take many years to make full height. The 60L size is the shortcut if you want presence now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable beside a pool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, within its climate range it is one of the better palms for pool surrounds: non-invasive roots, no massive fronds to drop, and a habit that stays in scale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3) (Backorder)","offer_id":44967118963007,"sku":"ARE-VES-REDFOR-250MM-P3","price":479.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Red-Areca-Palm-Areca-vestiaria-Red-Form.png?v=1768455409"},{"product_id":"malay-dwarf-coconut-palm-cocos-nucifera","title":"Malay Dwarf Coconut Palm - Cocos nucifera","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Malay Dwarf Coconut Palm (\u003cem\u003eCocos nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e 'Malay Dwarf') is the genuine article: a true coconut selected to stay compact, topping out around 8m with a 5m crown instead of the 20m plus of tall coconut types. For tropical and frost free subtropical gardens it is the definitive statement palm, bringing the postcard silhouette, and in the tropics the coconuts themselves, down to a garden friendly scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA real coconut at half the height.\u003c\/strong\u003e The dwarf habit keeps the crown, and any nuts, far closer to the ground, easier and safer to manage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe instant tropical signature.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing else says resort quite like arching coconut fronds over a pool or against the sky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for the coast.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt laden wind, sandy soil, heat and humidity are its natural habitat, so exposed beachfront positions hold no fear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWell mannered roots.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fibrous, non invasive root system sits safely near pools, paving and plumbing, unusual among trees of this presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible in the right climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e In the true tropics it produces coconuts you can actually harvest and drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e One palm in an open lawn anchors the whole tropical garden. A staggered group of three reads like an island grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside and coastal gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non invasive roots and a clean trunk make it one of the few large palms genuinely suited to pool surrounds, and salt wind that burns other foliage barely marks it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and entries.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted 4m to 5m apart, a row of Malay Dwarfs makes an avenue that announces the destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Malay Dwarf Coconut in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun in tropical and frost free subtropical gardens. It is strictly frost tender: one hard frost can kill it, so it belongs on the warm coastal strip, never temperate or inland gardens. In the subtropics it grows well but fruits unreliably; dependable coconuts are a tropics only outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining sand or loam. It is a high water user while establishing, but cold water standing around the roots in winter is the enemy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and often through the first two summers, and keep water up in dry spells; coconuts are thirstier than most palms. Feed in spring and midsummer with a palm fertiliser containing trace elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove only fully browned fronds, cutting close to the trunk without damaging it. Never trim green fronds for tidiness, because the palm feeds from them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell the Malay Dwarf as advanced stock only, in 90L, 100L and 160L sizes, so what arrives is a substantial palm with real trunk and crown, not a seedling gamble. These are heavy plants: advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, with specialist transport quoted for your address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered Australia wide, though we recommend this palm only for climates that suit it. Expect a settling period of a few weeks after planting, with fresh spear growth the sign it has taken. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eAn essential overview of palm varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eMore poolside planting options\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eExplore tropical garden plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it produce coconuts in Brisbane?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasionally, but not reliably. South East Queensland is at the margin: the palm grows well there, but consistent fruiting needs true tropical warmth. Buy it in the subtropics for the look, and treat any nuts as a bonus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow cold can it go?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is frost tender, and long cool winters stunt it even without frost. If your area sees frost at all, this is not the palm for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe to plant near a pool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the roots are fibrous and non invasive, and this dwarf selection keeps the crown lower than tall coconuts. Position it so fronds and any nuts drop onto garden rather than water, and remove maturing nuts over walkways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 8m tall with a 5m crown spread at maturity, roughly half the height of a standard coconut palm. It reaches that size steadily rather than quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"330mm","offer_id":55100383035711,"sku":"COC-NUC-2-330MM","price":326.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100383002943,"sku":"COC-NUC-2-400MM","price":528.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":55100383068479,"sku":"COC-NUC-2-75L","price":660.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":54140132983103,"sku":"COC-NUC-2-100L","price":687.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"160L","offer_id":51638856941887,"sku":"COC-NUC-2-160L","price":2200.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":55100383101247,"sku":"COC-NUC-2-200L","price":2200.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Malay-Dwarf-Coconut-Palm-Cocos-nucifera.png?v=1766222686"},{"product_id":"lipstick-palm-cyrtostachys-renda","title":"Lipstick Palm - Cyrtostachys renda","description":"\u003cp\u003eLipstick Palm (\u003cem\u003eCyrtostachys renda\u003c\/em\u003e) carries the most famous trunk colour in the palm world: crownshafts and leaf sheaths in glossy sealing wax scarlet, held on a clumping palm that builds to about 6m tall and 3m wide. Nothing else in a tropical garden draws the eye the same way. It is strictly a plant for the tropics, and in a warm, wet position it becomes the signature of the whole garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet stems, all year.\u003c\/strong\u003e The red is permanent structure, not a seasonal flower, so the display never takes a month off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA natural clump.\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple stems rise from the base at staggered heights, giving a full, layered planting from a single specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrives where drainage fails.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates wet feet, so the boggy low corner that kills other palms is prime position for this one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for heat and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Steamy wet season weather that flattens temperate plants is exactly what it wants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a position with a plain backdrop, a fence, a wall or deep green foliage, so the red stems register from across the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e The warm, humid microclimate around a tropical pool suits it, and the coloured stems at eye level do more for the setting than any pot or umbrella.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e In the tropics it grows well in a large container that is never allowed to dry out, which also lets you move the colour to wherever guests sit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Lipstick Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e This palm is for tropical gardens only: Darwin, Cairns, Townsville and similar coastal districts. It needs constant warmth and humidity, and it declines quickly once temperatures sit below about 15 degrees. Frost is fatal. South of the tropics it is not a garden plant, and we would rather say so plainly than sell you a disappointment. Bright light with a little afternoon relief grows the best colour in young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moist and forgiving. It is one of the few palms that accepts boggy ground, and it responds to generous compost and a deep mulch that holds moisture through the dry season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Never let it dry out. Water deeply and often in the dry season, and feed with a controlled release palm fertiliser through the warm months to keep the fronds deep green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e None to speak of. Remove spent fronds as they brown, and thin excess basal stems only if you want a more open clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Lipstick Palm as advanced 60L and 90L specimens: established clumps with real height and the red colour already showing, because small stock takes years to perform. These are investment plants for a considered position. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are delivered Australia wide,. Plant at the start of the wet season if you can, keep the water up, and expect new fronds once the roots take hold. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eA guide to palm varieties in Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eMore plants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that stays lush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonestly, no. It fails once temperatures sit below about 15 degrees, and winters south of the tropics do exactly that. Treat it as a true tropical or admire it on holiday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it only sold in large sizes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the colour and clumping habit take years to develop, we supply established 60L and 90L plants that perform from day one rather than tube stock that needs half a decade of nursing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt produces small flower sprays, but they are insignificant. The scarlet crownshafts are the entire show, and they run all year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it cope in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in the tropics. Use a wide container with rich mix, water daily in hot weather and never let it dry out. A dry lipstick palm goes backwards fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100383625535,"sku":"CYR-REN-140MM-P10","price":174.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"180mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100383494463,"sku":"CYR-REN-180MM-P6","price":1219.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100383363391,"sku":"CYR-REN-300MM","price":412.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100383559999,"sku":"CYR-REN-400MM","price":754.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100383461695,"sku":"CYR-REN-500MM","price":754.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":55100383428927,"sku":"CYR-REN-100L","price":948.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Lipstick-Palm-Cyrtostachys-renda_54703539.jpg?v=1766222703"},{"product_id":"majesty-palm-ravenea-rivularis","title":"Majesty Palm - Ravenea rivularis","description":"\u003cp\u003eMajesty Palm (\u003cem\u003eRavenea rivularis\u003c\/em\u003e) gives you a full tropical crown without the decades of waiting. It grows fast to about 7m tall and 3m wide in a warm garden, carrying long arching fronds on a single clean trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast to a real canopy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike most feature palms it puts on height quickly, so a garden reads as established in a few seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is listed as non toxic to cats and dogs, which is rare among the palms people plant indoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt tolerates wet feet.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a riverbank palm in Madagascar, so damp corners and irrigated beds that drown other palms suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat and humidity are no problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e Long humid summers keep it growing and the fronds hold their colour through the worst of the heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fronds are soft rather than spiny and the trunk stays clean, so it works close to paving and water without becoming a litter problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A container holds it far smaller and slower than its 7m potential, which is exactly what a courtyard needs. Use a wide pot and be prepared to water often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e It earns its place as a single specimen in a bright room, and in the ground one plant near an entry does the work of a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Majesty Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade outdoors, bright indirect light inside. This is a tropical, subtropical and warm temperate palm, and it is frost tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and moisture retentive. Work compost through the backfill and mulch 75mm deep, clear of the trunk. It handles heavier ground better than most palms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water generously and often. This palm suffers from drying out far more than from staying damp. Feed a slow release palm fertiliser in early spring and again in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove only fully browned fronds, cutting close to the trunk. Never cut the growing point at the top of the trunk, because a single trunked palm cannot reshoot from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour sizes are grown. The 300mm and 400mm pots are young plants, ideal indoors or as the value choice for a bed you can let fill in. The 110L is a substantial garden plant with a formed trunk, and the 285L is a mature specimen with immediate height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome frond bruising or tip browning after transit is normal and grows out. Expect new fronds within six to eight weeks in warm weather. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eessential overview of palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003epalm tree range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eplants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-safe-for-pets\"\u003eplants that are safe for pets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will it get in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch smaller and slower than in the ground. Potted plants typically settle around 2m to 3m rather than 7m, and indoors they are slower again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Majesty palm is listed as non toxic to cats and dogs, so it is a sensible choice for a house or garden where pets chew foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the frond tips go brown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always underwatering or dry air. This palm wants consistently moist roots, so water thoroughly, never let the mix dry through, and keep it away from heating and air conditioning outlets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive a frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is frost tender and cold damages the fronds quickly. In cool temperate districts grow it as a potted or indoor plant rather than putting it in the open ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100386378047,"sku":"RAV-RIV-200MM-P6","price":487.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140133278015,"sku":"RAV-RIV-300MM","price":204.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":51638967206207,"sku":"RAV-RIV-400MM","price":564.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100386410815,"sku":"RAV-RIV-500MM","price":990.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"110L (Backorder)","offer_id":44967239090495,"sku":"RAV-RIV-110L","price":804.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":55100386345279,"sku":"RAV-RIV-200L","price":804.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"285L","offer_id":51638967402815,"sku":"RAV-RIV-285L","price":1787.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400L","offer_id":55100386443583,"sku":"RAV-RIV-400L","price":9625.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Majesty-Palm-Ravenea-rivularis.jpg?v=1741858621"},{"product_id":"macarthur-palm-ptychosperma-macarthurii","title":"Macarthur Palm - Ptychosperma macarthurii","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Macarthur Palm (\u003cem\u003ePtychosperma macarthurii\u003c\/em\u003e) is the clumping native palm to use when you want a tropical screen rather than a single trunk. It forms a multi stemmed clump around 5m tall and 3m wide, with slender green canes and neat feathered fronds that stay dense from about waist height up. Being a clump rather than a solitary palm is the point: it fills the gap between fence and roofline instead of leaving one bare stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA screen, not just a feature.\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple canes per clump mean real cover along a boundary, which a single trunked palm cannot give you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian native.\u003c\/strong\u003e It comes from the far north of the country, so it belongs in a tropical planting rather than imitating one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat and self tidying.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream flowers are followed by red fruit that brings birds in, and the fronds are small enough that clean up is easy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles wet ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates damp soil, which makes it useful in the low, poorly drained corner of a garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart for a dense palm screen along a fence line. Wider spacing at 2m still screens, and shows the individual clumps more clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fronds are fine and the litter is light, so it works around a pool where a larger palm would fill the skimmer basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A clump in a large pot suits a courtyard or entry, holding at a smaller size than it would reach in open ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Macarthur Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, with better colour in filtered light while young. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens and is frost tender, so cold inland and southern districts are out unless it is potted and sheltered through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, organic soil that holds moisture. It copes with wet feet better than most palms, though it still grows fastest where water moves through rather than sitting still.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply twice a week through the first two summers and keep the mulch up. Feed a controlled release palm fertiliser in early spring and midsummer, since yellowing fronds usually mean a shortage of magnesium or potassium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove only fully brown fronds, cutting close to the cane. Cutting green fronds weakens the clump. Thin out surplus canes at ground level if you want a more open, sculptural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive sizes are grown: 200mm in packs of six, single 300mm and 400mm pots, then advanced 45L and 100L clumps. The 200mm and 300mm plants are young, usually one or two canes, and are the value option for a long screening run. From 45L up you are buying a formed clump with height on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFronds can bruise or brown at the tips in transit; trim the worst and new growth follows. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare varieties in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003epalm tree range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eguide to palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eplants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eAustralian native range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall does it really get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 5m in a garden, with 4m to 6m the realistic range. Older references quote much greater heights, but those are rainforest figures rather than what happens in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart for a screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne and a half metres apart gives a continuous screen. The canes lean slightly outward as the clump matures, which helps close the gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is frost tender and cold damages the fronds, so in cooler districts grow it in a pot and move it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140133474623,"sku":"PTY-MAC-200MM-P6","price":246.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140133409087,"sku":"PTY-MAC-300MM","price":181.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":44967258390847,"sku":"PTY-MAC-400MM","price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44967258423615,"sku":"PTY-MAC-100L","price":727.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Macarthur-Palm-Ptychosperma-macarthurii.jpg?v=1741858627"},{"product_id":"african-oil-palm-elaeis-guineensis","title":"African Oil Palm - Elaeis guineensis","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfrican Oil Palm (\u003cem\u003eElaeis guineensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a heavy tropical feature palm for gardens with real room. In an Australian garden it reaches roughly 10m tall and 6m across over ten to fifteen years, carrying a broad crown of arching fronds on a thick patterned trunk. It grows fast, it wants heat and humidity, and it is one of the few palms that copes with ground that stays wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale that changes a garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 6m crown at maturity throws proper shade, so one specimen does the work of a group of ornamental palms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast for its size.\u003c\/strong\u003e Given warmth, water and feed it puts on height quickly, unusual in a palm this heavy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet ground is fine.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates wet feet, so low corners that rot other palms suit it well. The orange fruit is edible and is the commercial source of palm oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for heat and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet season conditions in the far north are its native climate, not something it merely tolerates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting and shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it an open position at least 4m clear of the house, paving and services. Once the trunk lifts, the canopy casts a wide pool of dappled shade over a lawn or a pool surround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted in a line at 8m to 10m spacing it makes a genuine tropical avenue, though that is a long project on a large property rather than a suburban block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing African Oil Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and subtropical gardens only. It is frost tender, so it belongs in far north and coastal Queensland, the Top End and the warmest parts of northern New South Wales. Anywhere with regular frost it will not perform outdoors, and we would steer you to a hardier palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, rich soil with plenty of organic matter suits it best, and it is not fussy about drainage. Work compost through a wide planting hole rather than a deep one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a high water palm. Keep it well watered year round, especially through the dry season up north. Feed a slow release palm fertiliser with magnesium and potassium three times a year, because yellowing lower fronds usually mean a nutrient shortfall rather than age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove only fully brown fronds, cut close to the trunk. Green fronds feed the palm, and trimming back to a narrow tuft weakens the crown and slows growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe supply it in one size, a 400mm pot. That is a juvenile palm with a low rosette of fronds and no clear trunk, usually knee to waist height. Trunk development takes several years, so buy it as a long term planting rather than an instant effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalms travel with their fronds tied, and some tip burn or a bent leaf after transit is normal. Expect it to sit quietly for a month, then push a new frond every few weeks through the warm season. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eAn overview of palm varieties and how to choose one\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/large-palms-for-instant-impact\"\u003eLarge palms for immediate impact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eCompanion plants for a tropical garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it really get in a garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 10m tall and 6m across over ten to fifteen years in a cultivated Australian garden. It grows far taller in its native habitat, but garden conditions and a cooler climate keep it well short of that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is frost tender and needs a tropical or subtropical climate. A single cold night can damage the growing point, so it is not a plant for southern or inland gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far from the house should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least 4m of clearance from walls, paving and services, given the 6m mature crown. More is better, because the lower fronds sweep well beyond the trunk as the palm matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"400mm","offer_id":44970283335999,"sku":"ELA-GUI-400MM","price":247.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/African-Oil-Palm-Elaeis-guineensis.jpg?v=1741858631"},{"product_id":"temptress-heliconia-heliconia-chartacea-temptress","title":"Temptress Heliconia - Heliconia chartacea 'Temptress'","description":"\u003cp\u003eTemptress Heliconia (\u003cem\u003eHeliconia chartacea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Temptress') carries long pendent flower bracts in pink and green that hang from arching stems like a string of lanterns. The clump grows to about 3m tall and 2m wide, fast, with big paddle leaves that make a wall of tropical foliage in a couple of seasons. If you want a garden that reads as tropical from the first glance, this is the plant that does it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendent bracts unlike anything else.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink and green flower chains hang below the foliage, and they cut for the house and last well in a vase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast, dense tropical foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large paddle leaves fill space quickly, so a bare fence line becomes a green screen within two seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt clumps rather than runs.\u003c\/strong\u003e New canes push up from the base to widen the clump steadily, which makes it easy to keep to a defined area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet ground suits it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Humidity tolerant and comfortable with wet feet, so the damp corner that drowns other plants is exactly where it thrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart for a lush screen. At that spacing the clumps merge in about two seasons into a soft green wall roughly 3m high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves are large and few, so there is far less litter in the water than a palm or a fine leafed shrub produces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single clump anchors a tropical bed. In a larger garden, a run of three or five at 1.5m centres gives depth and a proper canopy layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Temptress Heliconia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, sheltered from strong wind, which shreds the leaves. This is a tropical and subtropical plant and it is frost tender, so it needs a frost free garden. Cooler southern gardeners can only grow it in a large pot moved under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moisture holding soil with plenty of organic matter. Dig compost or aged manure through the bed before planting, then mulch heavily. It does not need sharp drainage the way most plants do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water is the main input: keep the soil consistently moist through the warm months and never let a clump dry out. Feed monthly through spring and summer with a complete fertiliser, because the growth rate is high and the demand goes with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut spent canes to ground level once they have flowered, since each cane flowers only once. Thinning old canes every year keeps light in the clump and new growth coming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is supplied in one size, a 250mm pack of 3, grown to order rather than held in stock. Each plant is an established division with a developed root mass, ready to push new canes as soon as it is warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome leaf tearing and edge browning after transit is normal for foliage this large, and those leaves are replaced quickly. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/heliconias\"\u003eBrowse the full heliconia range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that stays lush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eCompare plants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore tropical plants for warm gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive a frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is frost tender and even a light frost damages the foliage and can kill young clumps. Outside the tropics and subtropics, grow it in a pot and shift it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen will it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually the second season after planting, once canes have reached close to full height. Each cane flowers once, then it is cut out and replaced by the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I stop it taking over the bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt clumps rather than running, so it widens slowly and predictably. Lift and divide the outer canes every three or four years if you want it held to a set footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3) (Backorder)","offer_id":44970454221119,"sku":"HEL-CHA-TEM-250MM-P3","price":473.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Temptress-Heliconia-Heliconia-chartacea-Temptress.jpg?v=1741858633"},{"product_id":"hanging-lobster-claw-heliconia-rostrata","title":"Hanging Lobster Claw - Heliconia rostrata","description":"\u003cp\u003eHanging Lobster Claw (\u003cem\u003eHeliconia rostrata\u003c\/em\u003e) carries the most recognisable flower in tropical gardening: long pendulous chains of scarlet bracts tipped in yellow and green, hanging below broad paddle shaped leaves. Clumps reach about 2.5m tall and 2m across, and they grow quickly enough to fill a bare corner in a couple of seasons. Honeyeaters work the flowers through the warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe flower is the whole argument.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pendulous red and yellow bracts hang in chains and hold their colour for weeks, which is why they are cut for arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt fills space fast.\u003c\/strong\u003e A fast growing clumping habit means a thin planting becomes a solid tropical mass within two seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt tolerates wet ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unusually for a large feature plant, it copes with soil that stays damp, so it suits low spots and pond edges that defeat other plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad lush foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Even out of flower the banana like leaves carry the tropical look, and they screen at eye level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic use, and a sound one. It handles humidity, heat and reflected light, and the broad leaves soften hard paving without dropping the fine litter that clogs a filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart for a dense tropical screen. At that spacing the clumps merge into a continuous wall of foliage between 2m and 2.5m tall, enough to block a fence line or a neighbouring window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single clump against a plain wall or in a courtyard corner shows the hanging bracts at their best, since they need space beneath them to hang properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Hanging Lobster Claw in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered sun or part shade suits it best, with protection from strong wind, which shreds the leaves. This is strictly a tropical and subtropical plant. It is frost tender, so anything colder needs it in a large pot that can be moved under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moisture retentive soil with plenty of organic matter. It is one of the few large feature plants that tolerates wet feet, so heavy ground is less of a problem here than usual. Mulch generously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a thirsty plant. Water frequently and deeply through the warm months and never let an establishing clump dry out. Feed a controlled release fertiliser in early spring and mid summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut spent flowering stems to ground level once the bracts finish, because each stem flowers only once. Divide congested clumps every three to four years to keep flowering strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in four sizes: 180mm in packs of six, 250mm in packs of three, and single 300mm and 400mm plants. The packs suit a screen or mass planting, given you need a plant every metre. The 300mm and 400mm plants give a fuller clump sooner, which suits a feature position or a poolside corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeliconias grow from rhizomes, so plants can arrive with fewer stems than you expect. That is normal, and the clump builds quickly once the rhizome is established. Do not expect flowers in the first season. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that looks lush year round\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/heliconias\"\u003eBrowse the full heliconia range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants suited to poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hot-rio-nights-heliconia-heliconia-bihai-x-caribaea-hot-rio-nights\"\u003eHot Rio Nights Heliconia, for upright bracts instead of hanging\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in Sydney, Melbourne or Perth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is frost tender and suited to tropical and subtropical gardens, so Melbourne is out and cooler parts of Sydney and Perth are marginal. There the reliable approach is a large pot moved under cover in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long before it flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually the second season. The first year goes into building the rhizome and stems, and flowering follows once the clump has enough established growth behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it spread and become a problem?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt spreads by rhizome and the clump widens steadily, but stays a clump rather than running through the garden. Divide it every three or four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100387197247,"sku":"HEL-ROS-200MM-P6","price":87.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":51625589997887,"sku":"HEL-ROS-300MM","price":23.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":51625590030655,"sku":"HEL-ROS-400MM","price":297.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100387164479,"sku":"HEL-ROS-500MM","price":396.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Hanging-Lobster-Claw-Heliconia-rostrata.jpg?v=1741858634"},{"product_id":"elegant-fan-palm-licuala-elegans","title":"Elegant Fan Palm - Licuala elegans","description":"\u003cp\u003eElegant Fan Palm (\u003cem\u003eLicuala elegans\u003c\/em\u003e) carries some of the most beautiful foliage in the palm world: near circular, pleated fans held on slender stems. It is very slow growing, taking around 15 years to reach 3m tall and 2.5m wide, which makes it a long term companion for a sheltered shade garden, a generous pot or a bright room rather than a quick fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShowpiece fronds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each leaf opens as a pleated, almost complete circle, instantly recognisable and genuinely uncommon in Australian gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow growth that stays in scale.\u003c\/strong\u003e It will not outgrow a courtyard, pot or room in any hurry, so the position you choose is the position it keeps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It prefers the sheltered, low light corners where most feature plants sulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerates damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil that stays moist, even periodically wet, suits it fine in a shaded bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Beyond water and the occasional spent frond, it asks for nothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical and subtropical shade gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it as an understorey feature beneath taller palms or trees, protected from wind, where the fans can develop unblemished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, courtyards and poolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot in sheltered bright shade shows the leaf shape at eye level. Poolside works well when the spot is out of the wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e In cooler parts of the country it makes a slow, elegant indoor palm for a warm bright room away from direct sun and draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Elegant Fan Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade to bright filtered light, always with wind protection, because wind tears and browns the broad fans. Outdoors it is a palm for tropical and subtropical gardens only; it is frost tender, so everywhere cooler should grow it indoors or under glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moist soil with plenty of organic matter. It tolerates ground that stays damp, though a pot should still drain rather than hold stagnant water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the root zone consistently moist, especially in pots, and hose the foliage over in dry heat. Feed lightly with a controlled release fertiliser through the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e None. Remove spent fronds at the base as they brown, and resist tidying green ones, because a slow palm cannot spare them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Elegant Fan Palm in 300mm and 400mm pots and as advanced 60L and 90L plants. Because growth is measured in a handful of new fronds a year, buy close to the size you want to live with rather than waiting on a small plant. Fronds are packed carefully for transit, and minor cosmetic marks grow out with the next new leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eAn essential guide to palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palms-ferns-tropical\"\u003eBrowse palms, ferns and tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eMore plants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eExplore the indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlowly. Allow around 15 years to reach 3m, with a few new fronds a year in good conditions. That patience is exactly why mature specimens are so prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it take any sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentle early morning sun is tolerated in humid gardens, but hot or midday sun scorches the fans. Bright shade or filtered light keeps the foliage flawless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in a warm room with bright indirect light and reasonable humidity. Keep it away from air conditioning and heater draughts, and water before the mix dries right out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it handle cold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is frost tender and resents cold wind. Outside the tropics and subtropics, treat it strictly as an indoor or glasshouse plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140133703999,"sku":"LIC-ELE-300MM","price":247.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":54140133736767,"sku":"LIC-ELE-400MM","price":660.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100388081983,"sku":"LIC-ELE-100L","price":1512.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Elegant-Fan-Palm-Licuala-elegans_3834bf72.jpg?v=1766222719"},{"product_id":"rusty-fan-palm-licuala-ferruginea","title":"Rusty Fan Palm - Licuala ferruginea","description":"\u003cp\u003eRusty Fan Palm (\u003cem\u003eLicuala ferruginea\u003c\/em\u003e) is a collector's understorey palm with near circular, pleated fans and rust coloured felt on the leaf stems. It stays small, reaching about 2.5m tall and 1.8m wide after many years, and it wants shade rather than sun. In a sheltered tropical courtyard it is one of the most striking small palms you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFans, not fronds.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves are broad, pleated and almost perfectly round, giving a texture no feather palm can match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall enough to keep.\u003c\/strong\u003e At around 2.5m by 1.8m it fits under an existing canopy or beside a pool without ever needing removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA genuine shade plant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most palms sulk in low light. This one prefers it, which makes it useful for the dim side of a house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow and uncomplaining.\u003c\/strong\u003e Growth is measured, so it holds its shape for years and needs almost no attention beyond water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting in a shaded courtyard.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it where the fans are backlit by morning light and underplant with ferns or calatheas for a layered rainforest look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 400mm or wider suits it, and container growing lets you keep it in the exact pocket of shade it wants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e It works as an indoor palm in a bright room out of direct sun, provided the air is not dry. A humid bathroom or a courtyard atrium is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Rusty Fan Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial to full shade, sheltered from wind, which tears the fans. This is a tropical and subtropical palm and it is frost tender, so gardeners in Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra or the tablelands should grow it indoors or in a heated glasshouse rather than in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, organic, moisture holding soil with compost through the backfill. It tolerates ground that stays damp, though it will not sit in stagnant water. Mulch 75mm deep, kept off the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a high water palm. Keep the soil consistently moist, water two or three times a week in warm weather, and mist or group plants if the air is dry. Feed with controlled release palm fertiliser in early spring and mid summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove only fully browned leaves, cutting the stem close to the trunk. Do not cut green fans, and never touch the growing point at the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is supplied in 250mm pots, sold in packs of three, which suits a grouped planting under a canopy or a set of matched courtyard pots. At this size expect young plants roughly knee height with several fans and no trunk yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalms travel well packed upright, though some tip browning after transit is normal for a humidity loving species. Settle it in shade, keep the water up, and expect two to three months before a new fan opens. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eoverview of palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003epalm range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind companions among \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-tropical-climates\"\u003etropical garden plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003eplants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside the tropics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in subtropical gardens or under cover. It is frost tender and wind sensitive, so in southern states it belongs in a pot indoors or in a glasshouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the fan edges going brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always dry air, dry soil or wind. Increase watering, move it out of any draught, and group it with other plants to lift local humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow indoors long term?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in a bright spot out of direct sun with steady moisture. Dry indoor air is the main obstacle, so keep it away from heaters and air conditioning outlets. Expect only a few new fans a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3) (Backorder)","offer_id":44971389419839,"sku":"LIC-FER-250MM-P3","price":698.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Rusty-Fan-Palm-Licuala-ferruginea.jpg?v=1741858641"},{"product_id":"orbicular-fan-palm-licuala-orbicularis","title":"Orbicular Fan Palm - Licuala orbicularis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Orbicular Fan Palm carries what may be the most perfect leaf in the plant kingdom: a single, undivided, almost circular blade, pleated like a folded paper fan and up to a metre across. \u003cem\u003eLicuala orbicularis\u003c\/em\u003e is a trunkless understorey palm from the rainforest floor of Borneo, staying around 1.5m tall and 2m wide. It is a collector's palm, not a plant for a sunny back lawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves that stop people mid sentence.\u003c\/strong\u003e Entire circular blades, unsplit and evenly pleated, held on slender stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt stays small.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trunkless and near 1.5m at maturity, so a courtyard, atrium or large interior pot holds it indefinitely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep shade is its natural home.\u003c\/strong\u003e The dim corner that kills other feature plants is the one it wants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely uncommon.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rarely offered in Australia, slow to produce, and instantly recognisable to anyone who knows palms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors, atriums and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright corner out of direct sun, in a 400mm or larger pot of free draining mix on a humidified tray. A container lets you follow the light and dodge cold snaps, and inside your climate stops mattering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a truly tropical garden, plant in deep shade under an established canopy, sheltered from wind. Give it a clear 2m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Orbicular Fan Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep shade or bright indirect light, never direct sun, which scorches the blades within days. Outdoors it is tropical only and frost tender: south of the wet tropics it belongs indoors, in a glasshouse or a sheltered atrium. Wind shelter is non negotiable, since a leaf that wide tears easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moisture holding but free draining: potting mix opened up with perlite and composted bark. It tolerates consistently damp soil, so the usual palm caution about wet feet does not apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the mix evenly moist at all times; it will not forgive drying out. Humidity above 60 per cent keeps the leaf edges clean, so mist or run a pebble tray. Feed a slow release palm fertiliser at half strength in spring and mid summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove only fully browned leaves, cutting close to the base. Never cut into a green leaf or remove the growing point at the centre of the clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown in 250mm pots, sold in packs of three: young established plants with several leaves formed, smaller and less perfectly circular than a mature plant's. The price reflects how slowly it grows from seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWide soft leaves are vulnerable in transit, so a little edge tearing or tip marking is possible. It is cosmetic and grows out with the next leaf. Settle it somewhere shaded and humid, water in, and expect a quiet couple of months before new growth. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eGrowing exotic plants indoors\u003c\/a\u003e, including humidity and light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eBrowse exotic and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e for a dim bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outdoors in Brisbane or Sydney?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot reliably. It needs tropical conditions and is frost tender, so outside the wet tropics treat it as an indoor, glasshouse or sheltered atrium plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will the leaves get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to about a metre across on a mature plant. Young plants start smaller with slightly divided blades, and the perfectly circular entire leaf takes several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it so expensive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows very slowly from seed, takes years to reach a saleable size, and is produced in small numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3) (Backorder)","offer_id":44971406360895,"sku":"LIC-ORB-250MM-P3","price":1883.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Orbicular-Fan-Palm-Licuala-orbicularis.jpg?v=1741858645"},{"product_id":"sallehana-fan-palm-licuala-sallehana","title":"Sallehana Fan Palm - Licuala sallehana","description":"\u003cp\u003eSallehana Fan Palm (\u003cem\u003eLicuala sallehana\u003c\/em\u003e) is a rainforest understorey palm grown for one thing: near circular, deeply pleated green fans held on slender stems. It stays small, reaching about 2m tall and 1.5m across after many years, so it suits a shaded courtyard or a large indoor pot rather than an open garden bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe leaf is the whole point.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each frond is a broad pleated disc rather than the usual feather shape, so one plant reads as sculpture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt stays small.\u003c\/strong\u003e At around 2m by 1.5m at maturity it will never outgrow a courtyard or a room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for deep shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e This palm evolved under a rainforest canopy, so the low light that starves most plants is what it wants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable in humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Muggy tropical and subtropical summers suit it, and the fans hold their colour through the wet season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A wide pot of rich, free draining mix is the most reliable method, because you control both moisture and position. Move the pot rather than the palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light near a window, away from air conditioning, keeps it going. Growing it inside sidesteps the climate limits entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheltered courtyards and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Place it where people pass close enough to see the fans. It needs protection from wind, so an exposed aspect is not the place for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Sallehana Fan Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep shade to dappled light, never direct sun, which scorches the fans within days. Outdoors this is a tropical and subtropical palm only. It is frost tender, so cooler gardens should grow it indoors or under glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, humus heavy and free draining, in the manner of a rainforest floor. Work compost through the bed or use a premium potting mix, and keep 50mm of leaf mulch over the root zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Constant moisture is not optional. Keep the root zone evenly damp year round and never let a potted plant dry out. Feed a slow release palm fertiliser in early spring and again in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost none. Cut a frond off only once it has browned right back, because the palm draws nutrients out of an ageing leaf and removing green fans sets it back a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis palm is sold in one size, a 250mm pot supplied in a pack of three. Each arrives as an established juvenile carrying several full fans, not a seedling, which reflects how long one takes to reach that stage. Three grouped through a shaded courtyard give far more presence than a single plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFans can bruise in transit and the outermost leaf sometimes browns at the tip, which settles as new growth comes. Expect slow progress: one or two new fronds a year is normal. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eessential overview of palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palms-ferns-tropical\"\u003epalms, ferns and tropical range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003eplants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e to pair beneath it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eexotic and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlowly, even in ideal conditions. One to two new fronds a year is normal, and reaching 2m takes many years. Buy it at the size you want to look at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outdoors in Sydney, Melbourne or Perth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in open ground. It is frost tender and suited to tropical and subtropical gardens only. In cooler cities keep it potted indoors or under glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive in a dim room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt handles low light better than almost any other palm, since deep shade is its natural position. Bright indirect light still gives the best growth, and sun through glass will burn the fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much water does it really need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than most palms. The root zone should stay evenly moist year round, and a pot allowed to dry out completely will brown the fan edges permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100388311359,"sku":"LIC-SAL-300MM","price":924.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100388344127,"sku":"LIC-SAL-400MM","price":1155.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Sallehana-Fan-Palm-Licuala-sallehana.jpg?v=1741858646"},{"product_id":"mangrove-fan-palm-licuala-spinosa","title":"Mangrove Fan Palm - Licuala spinosa","description":"\u003cp\u003eMangrove Fan Palm (\u003cem\u003eLicuala spinosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is the clumping fan palm for gardens that want tropical greenery at eye level rather than overhead. It forms a multi stemmed clump around 4m tall and 3m wide, with near circular pleated fronds held out like open hand fans. It thrives in warm humid air and copes with ground that stays wet, which is where most palms struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFans, not feathers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fronds are rounded and pleated rather than divided, so a single clump carries real texture at close range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt clumps rather than towers.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 4m it screens a fence line or a window without ever needing a ladder to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet ground is not a problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates damp, slow draining soil that would rot most palms, so low corners and pond edges suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal and low maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant and at home in humidity, with cutting away spent fronds the only regular job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart for a clumping tropical screen. New suckers fill the space between plants from ground level, so the screen thickens with age instead of lifting onto bare trunks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e It sheds whole fronds occasionally rather than small leaves all year, so there is far less litter to skim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 500mm or wider holds a clump for years and keeps it nearer 2m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Mangrove Fan Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered light or part shade gives the greenest fronds, though it takes full sun in tropical and subtropical gardens once established. It is frost tender, so this is a plant for the tropics and subtropics only. In cooler gardens grow it potted and move it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich soil with plenty of organic matter is ideal, and it is one of the few palms genuinely happy with wet feet. Mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the root zone moist through the first two summers. Apply a controlled release palm fertiliser in early spring and again in midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut spent fronds at the base once they have browned off. Thin the smallest suckers at ground level if you want a tighter clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold in 400mm pots and in 110L. The 400mm plants are established clumps with several stems and a full head of fans, ready to go straight into the ground or a large container. The 110L is a mature specimen for immediate effect and is currently on backorder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalms travel with the fronds drawn in, and slight tip browning on arrival is normal rather than a fault. Plants are delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95,. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eA guide to palm tree varieties for Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eCompare plants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that stays lush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for a screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo metres apart. Each clump widens to around 3m, so at that spacing they meet within a few seasons while every plant keeps room to sucker freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is frost tender and suited to tropical and subtropical gardens. In cool temperate or inland districts keep it in a pot that can shift under cover, or choose a hardier fan palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot long term?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a pot at least 500mm wide with free drainage and expect it to settle around 2m. Potted plants dry quickly in summer, so check the mix twice a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100388475199,"sku":"LIC-SPI-200MM-P6","price":399.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":55100388507967,"sku":"LIC-SPI-250MM-P3","price":522.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":44971515019583,"sku":"LIC-SPI-400MM","price":198.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":55100388442431,"sku":"LIC-SPI-100L","price":583.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Mangrove-Fan-Palm-Licuala-spinosa.jpg?v=1741858647"},{"product_id":"queensland-black-palm-normanbya-normanbyi","title":"Queensland Black Palm - Normanbya normanbyi","description":"\u003cp\u003eQueensland Black Palm (\u003cem\u003eNormanbya normanbyi\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of Australia's finest native feature palms and among the least planted. A slender dark trunk carries a crown of soft, plumose fronds, and it settles at around 8m over ten to fifteen years on a crown about 3m across. The roots are non-invasive, so it can sit close to paving or a pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA crown unlike any other palm.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine leaflets set at different angles, so the canopy looks layered rather than flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian native.\u003c\/strong\u003e From lowland rainforest in far north Queensland, hence the taste for warmth and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-invasive roots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe near a pool surround, a path or services, where a large tree would not be.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBird attracting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream flowers are followed by fruit that rainforest birds work through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt handles damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e A low corner that stays soggy after rain suits it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e It can go close to the coping, and a palm drops a whole frond occasionally rather than shedding leaves constantly, which is easier around water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 3m to 4m apart. At that spacing the crowns stay separate and each trunk reads clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting and pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single specimen against a dark wall is enough on its own. A pot 500mm or wider holds a young plant for several years before it wants the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Queensland Black Palm in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and subtropical gardens only. It is frost tender and wants warmth, humidity and shelter from wind. Young plants prefer dappled shade and take full sun as they gain height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, rich and moisture retentive. Dig compost through the bed, mulch 75mm thick and keep it clear of the trunk. Unusually for a palm it tolerates damp ground, so heavy soils work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e A high water palm. Keep it moist year round, especially through the first two summers. Feed a palm specific fertiliser three times through the warm months; potassium and magnesium shortages show in the older fronds first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost none. Old fronds brown and drop cleanly on their own. Never remove green fronds to tidy it; a palm has one growing point and feeds from the crown it has.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in two sizes, a 400mm pot and an advanced 110L specimen. The 400mm plant is a young palm with a short trunk forming and a few fronds, the sensible choice if you are planting several. The 110L has real height on day one for a single feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalms travel with the fronds tied up and may arrive with a creased or browned tip. That is transit marking, not a fault. Expect a season of establishment before growth picks up. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/guide-to-palm-trees-varieties-an-essential-overview\"\u003eA guide to palm tree varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palm-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full palm range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eCompare plants suited to poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/non-invasive-root-trees\"\u003eTrees and palms with non-invasive roots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall does it get in a garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 8m over ten to fifteen years. It reaches roughly 18m in far north Queensland rainforest, where canopy competition drives it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in Sydney or Melbourne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot reliably. It is frost tender, so cooler cities need a very sheltered warm microclimate, and even then it is a gamble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I plant it close to a pool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, that is the main use for it. Keep it back far enough that fronds do not drop into the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need protection from wind?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does. The fine leaflets tear in exposed positions, so plant where a fence, a wall or larger trees take the edge off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"400mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44971578327359,"sku":"NOR-NOR-400MM","price":498.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"110L (Backorder)","offer_id":44971578360127,"sku":"NOR-NOR-110L","price":1673.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"600L","offer_id":55100388933951,"sku":"NOR-NOR-600L","price":8250.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Queensland-Black-Palm-Normanbya-normanbyi.jpg?v=1741858651"},{"product_id":"syzygium-tierneyanum-river-cherry-ex-ground","title":"SYZYGIUM tierneyanum (River Cherry) - Ex Ground","description":"\u003cp\u003eRiver Cherry (\u003cem\u003eSyzygium tierneyanum\u003c\/em\u003e) is the lilly pilly for wet ground. A northern and eastern Australian native from tropical riverbanks, it forms a dense evergreen canopy of about 8m tall and 4m wide in a garden, carries cream flowers, then edible fruit the birds work through. This one is supplied ex ground as a single advanced specimen between 6.5m and 7m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt thrives where other screens drown.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet feet tolerant, so seasonally boggy ground, creek edges and heavy soils that rot most hedging suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreening at speed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growing and densely branched, it closes a boundary noticeably quicker than the slower lilly pillies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible fruit and busy birds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream flowers give way to edible fruit, which brings honeyeaters and fruit eating birds into the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced from day one.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a field grown tree already between 6.5m and 7m, so the height and the canopy are there on arrival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart for a dense screen. For a single tree, allow the full 4m of width and keep it about 3m clear of the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet and low lying ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Creek banks, drainage swales and the low corner of a block suit it, provided the soil is not permanently under water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e The canopy is broad and branches low, so one tree shades a seating area or anchors a tropical planting scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing River Cherry in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. It belongs in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens and takes light frost only, so cool temperate and inland frost districts are not suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuinely adaptable, and unusually tolerant of heavy, wet ground. Enrich the backfill with compost and mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply twice a week for the first two months after planting, then weekly through the first summer. A controlled release native fertiliser in early spring and late summer keeps the growth dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip prune from the start to thicken a screen, then trim after the spring flush. It reshoots readily from old wood, so a hedge that gets away can be cut back hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a single advanced ex ground tree, not a container plant. It was grown in open ground, root pruned ahead of lifting, then set into a hessian lined wire basket. Both are planted with the tree and break down in the soil, so the root ball stays intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tree of this size needs machinery, clear site access and a hole prepared in advance, and we confirm access and quote transport before dispatch. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost and delivered Australia wide. Expect a settling season with modest growth before it takes off. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/lilly-pilly-care-guide-keep-your-plants-thriving\"\u003eThe lilly pilly care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/syzygiums\"\u003eBrowse the full syzygium range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ex-ground-trees\"\u003eShop ex ground trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/advanced-trees\"\u003eCompare advanced trees for instant scale\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does ex ground mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tree was grown in a field rather than a pot, then lifted with its root ball wrapped in hessian and wire. It buys you far more tree for the money than a container of equivalent size, and it establishes well when planted promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the fruit worth eating?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is edible, crisp and tart, and better cooked into jam or jelly than eaten by the handful. In practice most of the crop goes to the birds, which is half the reason to plant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it cope with a wet corner of the block?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, better than almost any other screening tree of this size. It tolerates seasonal waterlogging, though ground that is permanently under water will still kill it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"6.5 - 7m (Backorder)","offer_id":50399167119679,"sku":"EX-GRO-57-6.57M","price":12557.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/SYZYGIUM-tierneyanum-River-Cherry-Ex-Ground.jpg?v=1766222825"},{"product_id":"rauliniana-heliconia-heliconia-rauliniana","title":"Rauliniana Heliconia - Heliconia rauliniana","description":"\u003cp\u003eRauliniana Heliconia (\u003cem\u003eHeliconia rauliniana\u003c\/em\u003e) builds a wall of glossy, banana like foliage to about 3.5m, then hangs its flowers where you cannot miss them: long, pendent chains of yellow and green bracts swinging beneath the leaves through the warm months. For a frost free garden that wants instant tropics, few plants get there faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA fast tropical screen.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense upright canes reach about 3.5m tall in a clump around 2m wide, hiding a fence or a neighbour's wall within a couple of seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHanging flowers with real drama.\u003c\/strong\u003e The large pendent flower heads zigzag down in yellow and green, last for weeks, and cut well for a vase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirds work the blooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyeaters visit the flowers through the season, so the screen earns its keep beyond privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrives where summers are steamy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat, humidity and even boggy ground suit it. The wetter corners of a garden, where most screens sulk, are where it does its best work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart for a lush tropical screen. The clumps knit into a continuous wall of foliage with flowers appearing along its length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold leaves, no spikes and soft litter make it a good neighbour for a pool, and it enjoys the reflected warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature clumps and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single clump anchors a courtyard corner; for larger beds, repeat at 1.5m centres for a uniform stand of foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Rauliniana Heliconia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Strictly a plant for tropical and subtropical gardens; frost finishes it. Give it full sun to bright dappled shade, with flowering strongest in good light, and shelter from strong wind, which shreds the big leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and moist is the brief. Dig in plenty of compost and mulch deeply. It tolerates wet feet, which makes it one of the few tall screens for a poorly drained corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Generous water through the warm months keeps the canes coming. Heliconias are hungry, so feed with a complete fertiliser in spring and again in midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each cane flowers once. Cut spent or tired canes off at ground level and the clump replaces them. The clump also spreads steadily by rhizome, so run a spade around the edge each spring to hold its line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Rauliniana Heliconia in 300mm and 400mm pots as established, multi cane clumps. The big soft leaves are sometimes trimmed for freight, which the plant replaces quickly, and a marked leaf edge or two after transit is normal. Planted into warm soil it settles fast, with new shoots pushing within weeks in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock is delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/heliconias\"\u003eBrowse the full heliconia range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore plants for tropical gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/your-ideal-tropical-poolside-plants-for-low-maintenance-bliss\"\u003eTropical poolside plants for low maintenance gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it take over the garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt spreads steadily by rhizome rather than racing away, but it does keep moving where soil is moist. An annual spade cut around the clump edge, or a solid garden edge, keeps it exactly where you planted it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in Sydney or Melbourne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is reliable in tropical and subtropical gardens only. In Sydney it is marginal, worth trying only in a warm, completely frost free pocket where it will grow shorter and slower. In Melbourne it is not an outdoor plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my clump not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung clumps flower on canes that are at least a season old, so give a new planting time. After that, more light and regular feeding are what bring the flower heads on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it live in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large tub works for a year or two, but the thirst and the spreading habit of the clump mean it performs far better in the ground. If you need a potted screen, choose something slower and drier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140137701695,"sku":"HEL-RAU-2-300MM","price":214.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":49003103551807,"sku":"HEL-RAU-2-400MM","price":429.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Rauliniana-Heliconia-Heliconia-rauliniana_74d5a5d4.jpg?v=1742473114"},{"product_id":"tumeric-curcuma-longa","title":"Tumeric - Curcuma longa","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurmeric (\u003cem\u003eCurcuma longa\u003c\/em\u003e) is the culinary spice plant, and a handsome one: broad paddle shaped leaves on upright stems to about 1m tall and 0.8m across, with white and yellow flower spikes in the warm months. It grows from a rhizome, dies back over winter and reshoots in spring, so it works as a seasonal plant for pots and warm garden beds. Most people plant it for what comes out of the ground at the end of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA harvest as well as a plant.\u003c\/strong\u003e The rhizomes are the turmeric you buy dried, and fresh ones from your own soil are a different thing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely tropical looking.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide glossy leaves give a bed or a pot the lush look of a ginger garden without a large permanent plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Turmeric is not toxic to cats or dogs, so it can go in a courtyard where the animals wander.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates soil that stays moist, which suits wetter corners where many edibles struggle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two or three plants in a 40L pot give a full clump, and lifting is simple: tip the pot out at the end of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible garden borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart along a bed edge for a soft green run through summer that disappears over winter and returns in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Massed beside a path it reads as a foliage plant first, so it earns a place before harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing turmeric in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and sheltered, in full sun to part shade, with afternoon shade in hot inland gardens. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate climates. It is frost tender, so in cool districts grow it in a pot that can move under cover, or treat it as a warm season crop and lift the rhizomes before winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and moisture holding, with compost dug through before planting. It copes with damp ground but not with water sitting around the rhizome all winter, so drainage still matters in a wet climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly through the growing season, since the leaves lose moisture fast on hot days. Feed monthly with a liquid fertiliser or use a controlled release product in spring, then taper the water off as the foliage yellows in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest.\u003c\/strong\u003e No pruning is needed. Wait until the leaves die down, then lift the clump, break off what you need and replant a few rhizomes for next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold as a pack of ten plants in 140mm pots, enough for a decent edible bed or several full containers. Each is a young shoot from an established rhizome, so top growth is modest and the value sits under the soil. Planted in spring or early summer, expect strong leafy growth within weeks and a harvestable clump by the end of the season. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95 and our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/edible-plants\"\u003eBrowse the edible plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that grow well in pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-safe-for-pets\"\u003eShop plants that are safe around pets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/growing-a-successful-fruit-and-vegetable-garden\"\u003eGetting a productive food garden started\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen do I harvest the rhizomes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the foliage has yellowed and died down at the end of the season. Lift the whole clump, take what you need and replant a few pieces for next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHas my plant died over winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost certainly not. Turmeric is meant to die back to the rhizome in the cool months and reshoot when the soil warms, so leave the pot or bed alone and keep it barely moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a cold climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly with help. It is frost tender, so cool climate gardeners use pots that move to a sheltered spot, or lift and store the rhizomes dry over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe if my dog digs it up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurmeric is a culinary plant with no known toxicity to cats or dogs. Any plant eaten in quantity can upset a stomach, so it is still worth discouraging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67789557563711,"sku":"CUR-LON-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":49546026942783,"sku":"CUR-LON-140MM-P10","price":559.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100408004927,"sku":"CUR-LON-200MM-P6","price":336.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Tumeric-Curcuma-longa.jpg?v=1741858868"},{"product_id":"selaginella-spp-green","title":"Selaginella spp. Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreen Selaginella (\u003cem\u003eSelaginella\u003c\/em\u003e sp.) is a soft, mossy spikemoss that carpets shaded ground where grass and most groundcovers give up. It stays low, around 15cm high and spreading to about 40cm per plant, and the fine bright green fronds catch light in a way that makes a dim corner look intentional rather than neglected. It is an ancient group of plants, closer to ferns than to anything flowering, and it wants exactly what a fern wants: shade, warmth and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA living carpet for deep shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It thrives in positions too dark for lawn or most groundcovers, filling in around ferns and under benches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet feet tolerant, so the low spot that stays soggy after rain is an asset rather than a problem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine texture at ground level.\u003c\/strong\u003e The tight lacy foliage contrasts well against broad tropical leaves and hard surfaces like stone and timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in a pot or terrarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoors it works in a humid bathroom, a closed terrarium or as underplanting in a large container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded groundcover.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 20cm apart for a continuous green mat. At that spacing the fronds knit together within a season in warm, moist conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and edging.\u003c\/strong\u003e It softens the edge of a shaded path or a stepping stone run, spilling gently over the margin without ever needing a trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A shallow bowl or terrarium suits it, and indoors it needs a bright but sunless spot with humidity. Dry air is the usual reason an indoor plant browns off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing selaginella in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full to part shade, never direct sun, which scorches the fine foliage within a day. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It is frost tender, so in cooler southern gardens grow it in a pot or indoors rather than in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and moisture retentive, with plenty of compost or leaf litter worked through. Unlike most plants it will accept ground that stays damp, though it still prefers not to sit in standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent moisture is the whole job. Water two or three times a week in warm weather and never let it dry out completely, because a dried spikemoss browns quickly and is slow to recover. A dilute liquid feed monthly through spring and summer is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed. Pull away any browned patches by hand and the surrounding growth closes the gap within weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is sold as a 330mm plant tile, which is a mat of established plants grown together on a single square. Tiles are the fastest way to green a shaded area: you lay them straight onto prepared soil rather than planting and waiting for individual plants to run together. One tile covers roughly a third of a square metre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect the foliage to look flat and a little tired on arrival, which is normal after transit in a box. Keep it moist and shaded and it lifts within a week. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plant-tiles\"\u003eBrowse the full plant tile range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-ground-cover-plants-for-shade\"\u003eThe best groundcovers for shaded gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eFerns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many tiles do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 330mm tile covers roughly a third of a square metre, so three tiles per square metre laid edge to edge gives instant cover. Spaced further apart they knit together over a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Direct sun burns the fine foliage very quickly. Shade or dappled light under a canopy is essential, which is exactly what makes it useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I walk on it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly very lightly. It is not a lawn substitute and will not take regular traffic. Use stepping stones through it and let the foliage soften the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"330mm Tile (Backorder)","offer_id":51623301579071,"sku":"SEL-GRE-330MMTILE","price":74.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Selaginella-spp_-Green.png?v=1766222932"},{"product_id":"colocasia-pharaoh-s-mask-colocasia-pharaoh-s-mask","title":"Colocasia ‘Pharaoh’s Mask’ - Colocasia ‘Pharaoh’s Mask’","description":"\u003cp\u003eColocasia 'Pharaoh's Mask' (\u003cem\u003eColocasia esculenta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pharaoh's Mask') is the elephant ear to plant when you want one plant to carry a whole bed. Leaves are deep green to near black with pale veins that read like brushwork, held on a clump reaching about 1.2m tall and 1m across. It grows fast in warm weather, drinks heavily, and looks its best in the spots where most plants sulk: the damp corner, the pond margin, the shaded side of a pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage that does all the work.\u003c\/strong\u003e The flowers are insignificant. You are buying the leaf: dark, ribbed and boldly veined, and visible from the far end of the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast to fill a space.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a warm summer a tube becomes a full clump inside one season, which is unusual value in a feature plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy with wet feet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Boggy ground, a pond edge or a bed that stays damp after rain all suit it, solving a position that defeats most shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for heat and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e It holds condition through a humid summer that scorches softer foliage, and reflected heat beside a pool does not faze it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e One clump beside a path or a water feature is enough. The pale veining shows best against a plain background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 80cm apart for a bold massed display. At that spacing the leaves overlap by the second season without the clumps competing for water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside and pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves are neither spiny nor brittle, so splash zones suit it. In a container, use a pot at least 400mm wide and keep the mix constantly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Colocasia 'Pharaoh's Mask' in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to filtered sun gives the deepest colour; full sun works in the tropics provided the water never runs short. This is a tropical, subtropical and warm temperate plant, and it is frost tender. In cooler gardens the top growth dies back over winter and reshoots in spring, so use a pot you can move under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, heavy and moisture holding, with plenty of compost dug through. Unlike most garden plants it does not need sharp drainage and will grow happily in ground that stays wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water is the whole game. Keep the root zone damp through the growing season and never let a potted plant dry out, because browned leaf edges do not repair. Feed monthly from spring to autumn with a nitrogen rich liquid fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut old leaves off at the base as they yellow, and divide congested clumps in spring every three or four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is grown as tube stock: a young single crowned plant with two or three leaves and a developing tuber. Tubes establish quickly, so plant it out within a week of arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome leaf damage in transit is normal on foliage this size, and the plant sheds those leaves rather than repairing them. Expect new growth within two to three weeks in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/elephant-ear-plant-care\"\u003eHow to grow elephant ears in an Australian garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBrowse the tropical plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants that suit poolside beds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eCompanions for large containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Colocasia leaves and stems contain calcium oxalate crystals, which cause mouth pain, drooling and vomiting if a pet chews them. Choose something else for a yard with a known chewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for a massed bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet plants 80cm apart. Each clump reaches about a metre across, so the leaves knit together in the second season while every crown still gets enough water and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens to it in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn tropical and subtropical gardens it usually holds its leaves. In cooler areas the top growth dies down and the tuber sits dormant, then reshoots in spring. Ease off the water over winter so a dormant tuber does not rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51640521621823,"sku":"COL-PHA-MAS-tube","price":53.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100453290303,"sku":"COL-PHA-MAS-300MM","price":115.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Colocasia-Pharaohs-Mask-Colocasia-Pharaohs-Mask.jpg?v=1766223423"},{"product_id":"purple-waffle-plant-hemigraphis-alternata","title":"Purple Waffle Plant - Hemigraphis alternata","description":"\u003cp\u003ePurple Waffle Plant (\u003cem\u003eHemigraphis alternata\u003c\/em\u003e) is grown for foliage rather than flowers: puckered metallic leaves, bronze green on top and deep purple underneath. It stays low, about 20cm tall and spreading to 60cm, and it fills a pot or a warm shaded bed in a single season. Indoors it is one of the easier colour plants, provided the mix never dries right out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour without flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The crinkled purple foliage holds its tone all year, so there is no waiting for a flowering season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast to fill space.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trailing stems root as they run, covering a 60cm patch or spilling over a pot rim within months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light indoors, or dappled shade outdoors. Hot direct sun scorches the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bathrooms, kitchens and humid subtropical gardens are easy wins where drier plants struggle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is where most of them end up, and where your climate stops mattering, which counts with a plant this frost tender. A bright bathroom shelf, or a spot a metre or two back from a window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as the trailing edge of a mixed container, or on its own in a 200mm pot, where light catches the underside of the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover in warm gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical beds, plant 30cm apart in shaded, well watered ground for cover within a season. It will not survive frost, so this use is limited to warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Purple Waffle Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmth and shelter. Outdoors it belongs in tropical and subtropical gardens: Cairns, Darwin, Brisbane and the northern rivers. Anywhere with real winter cold, which is most of the country, treat it as an indoor plant. Bright indirect light gives the strongest colour; deep shade turns the leaves green and leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A good quality potting mix with added compost, or friable garden soil that holds moisture without going boggy. Permanently sodden roots still rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a thirsty plant. Keep the mix consistently moist and never let it dry through. Feed with a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly through the warm months, then stop over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinch the growing tips regularly to keep it dense rather than stringy. Stems that have run bare can be cut back to a node, and the trimmings strike easily in damp mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Waffle Plant is grown in tube stock, and it is currently listed on backorder, so check the product page for the next availability date. Tubes arrive as small rooted plants with a handful of leaves, and they fill a 200mm pot within a couple of months in warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft foliage does not love a long trip, so expect a few limp or marked leaves on arrival. Water it in, keep it warm and out of direct sun for a week, and it recovers quickly. New growth usually shows within two to three weeks. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse the indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eTropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e if you are planting outdoors in a warm climate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves turning green instead of purple?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot enough light. Move it somewhere brighter but still out of direct sun, and the purple underside deepens again over a few weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in tropical and subtropical gardens. It is frost tender, so elsewhere it needs to be an indoor plant, or a pot that comes inside before winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften. It wants the mix consistently moist rather than drying out, which usually means every two to three days indoors in summer. Wilting is the first sign you have left it too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I stop it going leggy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinch the tips every few weeks through the growing season, which forces branching low down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643358216511,"sku":"HEM-ALT-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100475965759,"sku":"HEM-ALT-200MM-P6","price":209.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Purple-Waffle-Plant-Hemigraphis-alternata.png?v=1766223700"},{"product_id":"emerald-gem-homalomena-homalomena-emerald-gem","title":"Emerald Gem Homalomena - Homalomena 'Emerald Gem'","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmerald Gem Homalomena (\u003cem\u003eHomalomena\u003c\/em\u003e 'Emerald Gem') is the indoor aroid for thick, glossy foliage in something that stays small. It forms a tidy clump about 50cm tall and 60cm across, with heart shaped leaves on short upright stems in a deep, polished green. Give it bright indirect light and a steady watering routine and it holds that look all year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt stays small.\u003c\/strong\u003e About 50cm tall and 60cm wide, so it suits a sideboard or plant stand rather than a whole corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage that carries the year.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, glossy, heart shaped leaves on a plant that never goes bare. The flowers are insignificant; the leaves are the point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance in practice.\u003c\/strong\u003e No pruning schedule, no staking, no repotting for two or three years. Light and water are all you must get right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable in humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bathrooms, kitchens and sheltered tropical verandahs suit it, where plants from drier climates sulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors, anywhere in the country.\u003c\/strong\u003e Near an east facing window, or a metre or two back from a north facing one. Inside, your climate stops mattering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is frost tender, so outdoors it belongs in tropical and subtropical gardens or a sheltered balcony. A 200mm to 250mm pot with drainage holds a plant for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded borders and edging.\u003c\/strong\u003e In warm humid gardens it edges a shaded path, with plants 60cm apart so the clumps just meet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne caution: like most aroids, the sap carries calcium oxalate crystals, which irritate the mouth and throat if a leaf is chewed. This is not a pet safe plant, so keep it off floor level if your dog or cat grazes on foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Emerald Gem Homalomena in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light indoors gives the best leaf size and colour. Deep shade thins the clump, direct sun scorches the leaves. Outdoors it suits tropical and subtropical gardens only; in warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens keep it inside all year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A premium indoor mix opened up with perlite or fine bark. Aroid roots want air as much as water, and a heavy mix with no drainage hole kills them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water once the top 2cm to 3cm of mix is dry, soak right through, then tip out the saucer. Feed a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly through spring and summer, and stop over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost none. Cut spent leaves away at the base, and divide the clump every two to three years once it fills the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sizes are grown: tube stock, and established 200mm plants in packs of six. Tube stock is young, three to five leaves, and fills a 150mm pot within a season. The 200mm plants are already a presentable clump, ready for a decorative pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a creased leaf or some drooping for the first few days, which is transit rather than damage. Leave it bright and indirect, water once, then allow two or three quiet weeks before new leaves unfurl. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eindoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/low-light-indoor-plants\"\u003eplants that cope with low light\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-repot-your-plants-like-a-pro\"\u003eRepotting without setting a plant back\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Emerald Gem Homalomena safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The sap contains calcium oxalate crystals, so a chewed leaf brings on mouth irritation, drooling and sometimes vomiting. It is rarely serious, but keep the plant out of reach if your pet chews foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it actually need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light: a spot where you could read comfortably without a lamp. It survives less, though new leaves come smaller and the clump opens up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf tips going brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually dry air, or a mix that dries too far between drinks. Group plants together, move it clear of air conditioning vents and water more often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51643373486399,"sku":"HOM-SPP-EMEGEM-tube","price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100476129599,"sku":"HOM-SPP-EMEGEM-100MM-P10","price":145.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140073312575,"sku":"HOM-SPP-EMEGEM-200MM-P6","price":223.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":55100476195135,"sku":"HOM-SPP-EMEGEM-250MM-P3","price":260.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Emerald-Gem-Homalomena-Homalomena-Emerald-Gem.png?v=1766223707"},{"product_id":"leopard-plant-ligularia-pandora","title":"Leopard Plant - Ligularia ‘Pandora’","description":"\u003cp\u003eLeopard Plant (\u003cem\u003eLigularia dentata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pandora') is grown for its leaves, not its flowers. It forms a tight mound about 50cm tall and 50cm across, built from almost circular leaves in deep bronze purple that look lacquered after rain. Orange and yellow daisy flowers follow in late summer, but the foliage is the reason to buy it, and few plants bring that contrast to a damp, shaded bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark foliage that lifts a shady bed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded bronze purple leaves give shade planting the contrast that green on green schemes lack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and tidy.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 50cm by 50cm it fits the front of a border or a pot without dominating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes wet feet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Damp low spots and pond edges that rot other perennials are where this one performs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost hardy and humidity tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles cold southern winters and muggy summers without losing its shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLate season flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The orange and yellow heads bring bees and butterflies in as the rest of the garden winds down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded borders and edging.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart along the front of a bed under trees or on the south side of a fence. At that spacing the leaves overlap into a continuous dark band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting in damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the same 40cm spacing through a low spot or a pond surround. Ground that stays moist is an advantage here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e One clump in a wide glazed pot works hard in a shaded courtyard, provided the mix stays moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Leopard Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade, ideally morning sun with afternoon protection. This is a cool temperate and warm temperate plant. It is not suited to hot arid inland gardens or the humid tropics, where the leaves scorch and the crown struggles. Be realistic: it wants a cool, sheltered, moist position, not an open sunny bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, heavy and moisture retentive. Work compost or aged manure through the bed before planting and mulch 50mm deep to keep the root zone cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a high water plant. Keep the soil damp at all times, especially through the first two summers. A liquid feed monthly from spring to late summer keeps the leaf colour deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent flower stems at the base and pull off any scorched or chewed leaves. Cut the whole clump back if it tires in late winter, and divide congested plants every three or four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in a single size, sold as tube stock, and currently supplied on backorder rather than off the shelf. A tube is a young plant with a handful of leaves and a small crown. It is not a full mound on day one, and it takes a growing season to look like the photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTubes are compact and travel well. Keep the water up after planting and expect new leaves within three to four weeks in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee. Worth knowing: Ligularia foliage contains alkaloids, so this is not one for a garden where a dog or cat grazes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/troubleshooting-waterlogged-gardens-essential-tips\"\u003eWhat to plant in wet and waterlogged ground\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003eBrowse plants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/shade-gardening-with-brisbane-plant-nursery-guide\"\u003eChoosing plants for a full shade area\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003eShop the full shade range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does it wilt in the middle of the day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge soft leaves lose water faster than the roots can replace it, so midday flagging is common even when the soil is damp. If it recovers by evening the plant is fine. If it stays limp overnight, water deeply and move it somewhere shadier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The foliage contains alkaloids that can upset cats and dogs if eaten, so choose something else if you have a pet that chews plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForty centimetres apart. Each clump reaches about 50cm across, so at that distance the leaves just meet and the soil below stays shaded and cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51643528380735,"sku":"LIG-PAN-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100483535167,"sku":"LIG-PAN-140MM-P10","price":246.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100483502399,"sku":"LIG-PAN-200MM-P6","price":322.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Leopard-Plant-Ligularia-Pandora.png?v=1766223814"},{"product_id":"maranta-rabbit-s-foot-maranta-leuconeura","title":"Maranta ‘Rabbit’s Foot’ - Maranta leuconeura","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaranta 'Rabbit's Foot' (\u003cem\u003eMaranta leuconeura\u003c\/em\u003e) is a low spreading indoor plant grown entirely for its foliage: soft green leaves marked with darker blotches either side of the midrib and traced with fine veining. It stays under 300mm tall and around 400mm across, which suits a shelf, a hanging pot or the front row of a plant grouping. The leaves lift and fold upward at night, then open again by morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage that does all the work.\u003c\/strong\u003e The patterned markings hold interest every day of the year, which matters in a plant that never flowers usefully indoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not toxic to cats or dogs, so it can sit at floor level or on a low table without worry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes the shady spot.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered or indirect light suits it, so it fills the corner where sun lovers sulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall enough for anywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 300mm by 400mm it works on a desk, a bathroom shelf or a bookcase without crowding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is where it belongs, in any climate. Bathrooms and kitchens are particularly good because the extra humidity keeps the leaf edges clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors it needs a warm, sheltered, frost free position in a tropical or subtropical garden, in full shade rather than sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Maranta 'Rabbit's Foot' in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light or filtered shade. Direct sun bleaches and scorches the markings within days. It is frost tender, so treat it as an indoor plant everywhere outside the tropics and subtropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A quality indoor mix that holds moisture but still drains, in a pot with a drainage hole. Marantas resent both drying out and sitting in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the mix evenly moist through the warm months, easing back in winter. Dry indoor air is the main cause of crisp brown edges, so group plants together or stand the pot on a tray of damp pebbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and grooming.\u003c\/strong\u003e A half strength liquid fertiliser monthly through spring and summer is enough. Trim damaged leaves at the base, and divide the clump every two or three years to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown as tubestock, so your plant will be young: a small clump of a few well marked leaves rather than a full pot. Potted into a 150mm to 200mm container it fills out over a season or two, and dividing it later is straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarantas are soft leaved and can look tired after transit, with some folding or edge damage that recovers once the plant settles. Give it a bright indirect spot, water it in, and expect new leaves within a month in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/10-best-pet-friendly-plants-for-your-home\"\u003eThe best pet friendly plants for the home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse pet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it really safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Maranta is one of the genuinely non toxic indoor plants, so a chewed leaf is a nuisance rather than an emergency. It is a sensible choice for a home where plants sit within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf edges going brown and crisp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always dry air, sometimes combined with letting the mix dry out completely. Raise the humidity around the plant and keep the watering more even, and new leaves will come through clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the leaves move at night?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves fold upward after dark and open again in the morning, a natural daily rhythm in this genus. It is a sign the plant is comfortable, not a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much light is too little?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt copes with quite low light, but growth stalls and the markings fade in a room with no natural light at all. Aim for a position bright enough to read in comfortably during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643659714879,"sku":"MAR-LEU-3-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100484256063,"sku":"MAR-LEU-3-140MM-P10","price":239.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100484452671,"sku":"MAR-LEU-3-200MM-P6","price":276.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Maranta-Rabbits-Foot-Maranta-leuconeura.png?v=1766223848"},{"product_id":"malaysian-orchid-medinilla-pendula","title":"Malaysian Orchid - Medinilla pendula","description":"\u003cp\u003eMalaysian Orchid (\u003cem\u003eMedinilla pendula\u003c\/em\u003e) is grown for what hangs beneath it: long pendulous chains of small pink and white flowers, followed by berries that ripen from pink to red. It reaches about 1.5m tall and a metre across, and the weeping habit means it earns its place where you can see it from below or at eye level. It is not an orchid at all, but a tropical shrub from Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower chains that hang.\u003c\/strong\u003e The flowering stems drape well below the foliage, so a raised pot, a shelf or a low wall shows the plant off properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA long display.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers are followed by pink to red berries on the same stems, stretching the show past the flowering itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm humid air that ruins most flowering shrubs is exactly what this plant wants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt works indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light and steady warmth suit it, so it is a genuine option for a well lit room anywhere in the country.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors and in bright rooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong indirect light, out of hot direct sun, is ideal. Away from tropical and subtropical zones this is the only way to grow it well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 300mm to 400mm pot on a plinth or a wall top lets the flower chains hang free, and lets you move it out of winter cold and drying wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting in warm gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical gardens it can go into the ground in a sheltered, shaded spot under a canopy, as a soft understorey feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Malaysian Orchid in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered light or part shade, never direct midday sun, which scorches the leaves. It is a plant for tropical and subtropical gardens only. Being frost tender, in warm temperate, cool temperate, Mediterranean and arid gardens it belongs indoors or under glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e An open, organic, free draining mix. A quality indoor potting mix lightened with perlite or fine bark works well. In the ground it wants leaf litter rich soil that never dries out and never sits wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a thirsty plant. Keep the mix consistently moist through the warm months, easing back in winter, and raise humidity by standing the pot on a tray of damp pebbles. Feed monthly with a half strength liquid fertiliser in the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Little is needed. Tidy spent flower and berry stems once they finish, and shorten any branch that spoils the shape straight after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is currently grown in one size, tube stock, so you are buying a young plant of perhaps 10cm to 20cm rather than a flowering specimen. That is a real trade off worth naming: expect two to three years of good conditions before you see the pendulous flower chains this plant is bought for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock travels well because the plants are small and light, but the soft foliage can mark in transit and a little leaf drop is normal. Pot it up promptly into a bright, humid, sheltered spot. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse the indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eTropical plants for warm and humid gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eExotic and rare plants worth hunting down\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside the tropics and subtropics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in a pot you can bring inside. It is frost tender and needs warmth and humidity year round, so elsewhere treat it as an indoor plant rather than a garden shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it called an orchid?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly because the flowers hang in chains, like a cascading orchid. It is grown as an ordinary shrub, not on bark or in orchid mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not one of the plants we list as pet friendly, and there is little reliable toxicity data for this genus. Treat it as unsuitable where a cat or dog chews foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643671347519,"sku":"MED-PEN-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"180mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100485534015,"sku":"MED-PEN-180MM-P6","price":348.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100485566783,"sku":"MED-PEN-300MM","price":132.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Malaysian-Orchid-Medinilla-pendula.png?v=1766223860"},{"product_id":"carnivorous-pitcher-plant-nepenthes-louisa","title":"Carnivorous Pitcher Plant - Nepenthes ‘Louisa’","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Carnivorous Pitcher Plant (\u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'Louisa') is a tropical climber that grows its own traps. Tendrils extend from the leaf tips and swell into hanging pitchers, each a fluid filled vessel that catches and digests insects. It reaches about 1m tall and 80cm across in a basket, and it is one of the easier Nepenthes hybrids to keep, given warmth, humidity and clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe pitchers are the whole point.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each mature leaf produces one, so a settled plant carries several at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt genuinely catches insects.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fungus gnats, ants and small flies find their way in and do not come out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBred for the house, not the swamp.\u003c\/strong\u003e This hybrid was selected to cope with less humidity than its wild parents demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNothing else in the collection looks like it.\u003c\/strong\u003e A hanging basket of pitchers is a conversation piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging baskets indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pitchers need clear air below the foliage to hang properly, so a basket at eye level near a bright window shows them off and keeps them away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBathrooms and humid rooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bathroom or laundry with a window is close to ideal, since shower humidity keeps the pitchers filling rather than browning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheltered balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors it needs a frost free, humid position in a tropical or subtropical garden. In warm temperate gardens keep it under cover and bring it inside over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing the carnivorous pitcher plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light, never harsh direct sun, which scorches the leaves and stops pitcher production. It is frost tender: tropical and subtropical gardens outdoors, and indoors anywhere in the country. Keep it above 12 degrees and away from cold draughts and air conditioning vents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing medium.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not potting mix. Use a purpose made carnivorous plant mix, or sphagnum moss blended with perlite or coarse bark. Ordinary mixes and fertilisers carry mineral salts that burn the fine roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainwater or distilled water only, and keep the medium damp at all times. Humidity above about 60 percent keeps the pitchers coming, so misting helps in dry climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not fertilise the medium, and never put meat or fertiliser into a pitcher: it rots the trap. It feeds itself from what it catches, and one small insect dropped into a pitcher every month or two is plenty indoors. Snip off pitchers and leaves once they brown, and trim the vine back in spring if it gets leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold as tube stock, a young well rooted plant that usually arrives with small pitchers or none at all. Pitchers form on new growth, so expect the first proper ones two to three months after potting up. It is currently on backorder, so check the lead time shown on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot it into a basket of carnivorous mix on arrival and keep it damp with rainwater. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eA guide to growing exotic indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eBrowse exotic and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eSee the wider indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my plant not making pitchers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always light, humidity or water quality. Move it somewhere brighter but out of direct sun, lift the humidity, and switch to rainwater. New pitchers only form on new leaves, so improvement takes a couple of months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use tap water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot if you can avoid it. Dissolved minerals accumulate in the mix and burn the roots over a few months. Collect rainwater, or use distilled water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for a house with pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not list this plant as pet friendly, so hang it out of reach of any animal that chews foliage. The pitcher fluid is not something a pet should drink either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51643743043903,"sku":"NEP-LOU-tube","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Carnivorous-Pitcher-Plant-Nepenthes-Louisa.png?v=1766223916"},{"product_id":"carnivorous-pitcher-plant-nepenthes-suki","title":"Carnivorous Pitcher Plant - Nepenthes ‘Suki’","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Carnivorous Pitcher Plant (\u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'Suki') grows its own traps: each leaf extends a tendril that swells into a hanging pitcher filled with fluid that digests the insects it catches. A mature basket sits at around 0.5m tall and 0.6m across, with the pitchers dangling below. It is grown for the novelty and it delivers, but it holds firm opinions about water and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraps you can watch form.\u003c\/strong\u003e A tendril reaches out, thickens, then inflates into a lidded pitcher over a few weeks. Few houseplants are this interesting to watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for a hanging basket.\u003c\/strong\u003e A climbing species, so the pitchers hang clear of the foliage instead of sitting in it. Raised to eye level it finally shows properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes the heat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmth and humidity are exactly what it wants, so a steamy summer that punishes other indoor plants suits it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo feeding, by design.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertiliser never goes near the mix, because the plant covers its own nutrition by catching insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright bathroom or kitchen is the honest first choice anywhere south of the tropics, because those rooms hold humidity the rest of the house does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and hanging baskets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it in a basket so the pitchers hang free. Keep the mix open and low in nutrients, and never stand the pot in stale water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical gardens it lives outside year round in a sheltered, shaded spot. In cooler regions treat it as a summer visitor that returns under cover before the first cold night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing the carnivorous pitcher plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light and constant warmth, never harsh sun through glass. It is frost tender, so outdoor growing is realistic only in the tropical far north and along the warm subtropical coast. Elsewhere it lives indoors or under cover, coming inside once nights drop below about 12 degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMix and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a free draining carnivorous mix of sphagnum moss, perlite and bark. Ordinary potting mix will kill it, because the fertiliser burns the roots. Sit the basket above a tray of wet pebbles or run a humidifier: low humidity is the most common reason a healthy plant stops making pitchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainwater or distilled water only. Minerals in most tap water accumulate in the mix and slowly poison the roots. Keep the medium damp without letting it sit sodden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not fertilise. One insect a month dropped into a pitcher is plenty indoors, and nothing is needed if it catches for itself. Trim pitchers and leaves as they brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is sold as tubestock: a young plant with a handful of leaves, often carrying small pitchers or tendrils still forming rather than a basket of mature traps. Growing it on into a hanging basket is part of the point, and it establishes quickly in warm conditions, though it is a moderate grower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect it to sulk briefly after transit and to pause on pitcher production while it adjusts, so give it four to six weeks. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eKeeping indoor plants alive through the seasons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse the full indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eSee other exotic and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor growing basics for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy has my plant stopped making pitchers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always humidity, occasionally light. Pitchers form on new leaves, so in dry indoor air the tendrils shrivel before they inflate. Raise the humidity and the next flush will trap again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use tap water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and this is the mistake that kills most of them. Rainwater or distilled water only, because tap water minerals build up in the mix and damage the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive outdoors in my garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in tropical and subtropical areas, in shade and shelter. In temperate and cool regions it must live indoors or under cover, with a summer spell outside at most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51643745894719,"sku":"NEP-SUK-tube","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Carnivorous-Pitcher-Plant-Nepenthes-Suki.png?v=1766223920"},{"product_id":"swamp-cypress-taxodium-distichum","title":"Swamp Cypress - Taxodium distichum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Swamp Cypress (\u003cem\u003eTaxodium distichum\u003c\/em\u003e) is the tree to plant where the ground stays wet and everything else has drowned. It is a deciduous conifer reaching around 15m tall and 6m wide, holding a narrow upright shape, and it turns rust and copper before dropping its soft needles in autumn. Very few large trees will grow in a boggy corner. This one prefers it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt thrives in wet ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterlogged soil, dam edges and low spots that never quite dry out are all within its tolerance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn colour on a conifer.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fine foliage turns rusty orange before it falls, which is unusual in a needled tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growing and frost hardy.\u003c\/strong\u003e It puts on height quickly and shrugs off hard winters, so cool climate gardens are well served.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTall without being wide.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 15m by 6m it gives height and shade from a modest footprint on the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade tree in difficult ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dam banks, creek flats, drainage swales and any part of the block that stays soggy after rain. It is equally happy in ordinary garden soil that is watered well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e The upright form and fine texture read as formal without clipping, and the seasonal change gives a bare winter silhouette followed by fresh green in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Space trees 6m to 8m apart along a drive so mature canopies just touch. Wind tolerance means an exposed rural entry is no obstacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Swamp Cypress in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun. It suits cool temperate, warm temperate and subtropical gardens, and being frost hardy it handles the tablelands, inland districts and cold southern winters without protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost anything, including heavy clay and permanently wet ground. It is one of the few trees that will not rot with its roots underwater, though it grows perfectly well in normal free draining soil too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Generous water suits it, so this is not the tree to plant somewhere you intend to leave dry. Water deeply twice a week through the first two summers, and feed with a complete slow release fertiliser in early spring while it is young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the single central leader intact, since that is what produces the classic upright shape. Remove lower branches gradually if you want clearance beneath, and otherwise leave it alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow this one in three sizes: 45L, 100L and 200L. The 45L is a well formed young tree, the sensible choice if you are planting several along a drive. The 100L and 200L sizes arrive with serious height already on them, which is what most people want for a single feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three travel upright and are freighted at cost as advanced and large stock. Being deciduous, a tree delivered in winter will arrive bare, which is normal rather than a fault. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/conifers\"\u003eBrowse the conifer range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/troubleshooting-waterlogged-gardens-essential-tips\"\u003eWhat to plant in a waterlogged garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eTrees and shrubs for autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/advanced-trees\"\u003eAdvanced trees for instant height\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I plant it in standing water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and it is one of the very few large trees that can. Permanently wet soil, dam edges and seasonal flooding are all fine once the tree is established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it really lose its leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does. This is a deciduous conifer, so the needles turn rusty orange and fall each autumn, leaving a bare structural outline through winter. New growth returns in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a fast grower for a conifer, particularly with reliable moisture and a sunny position. Growth slows once it approaches full height, but expect real progress in the early years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the roots be a problem near pipes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it room. A tree of this size with a preference for water should be kept well away from drains, septic systems and paving, so allow at least 6m of clearance from services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100526297407,"sku":"TAX-DIS-140MM-P10","price":359.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100526330175,"sku":"TAX-DIS-200MM-P6","price":261.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100526199103,"sku":"TAX-DIS-300MM","price":264.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100526264639,"sku":"TAX-DIS-400MM","price":371.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":55100526133567,"sku":"TAX-DIS-75L","price":742.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":51651899195711,"sku":"TAX-DIS-100L","price":880.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"180L","offer_id":55100526231871,"sku":"TAX-DIS-180L","price":962.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":54140094218559,"sku":"TAX-DIS-200L","price":1636.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L","offer_id":55100526166335,"sku":"TAX-DIS-300L","price":2200.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Swamp-Cypress-Taxodium-distichum.jpg?v=1766224413"},{"product_id":"weeping-willow-salix-babylonica","title":"Weeping Willow - Salix babylonica","description":"\u003cp\u003eWeeping Willow (\u003cem\u003eSalix babylonica\u003c\/em\u003e) is the classic waterside shade tree, growing fast to around 13m tall and 12m wide with curtains of fine foliage that sweep to the ground. On a big block, beside a dam or along a rural drive, nothing else creates the same sense of established landscape so quickly. It is a tree for space: generous, thirsty and unsuited to a small suburban yard, which we would rather tell you now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade in a hurry.\u003c\/strong\u003e Weeping willow is among the fastest large trees you can plant, turning an open paddock corner into a shaded sitting spot within a few years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement no other tree matches.\u003c\/strong\u003e The weeping branches stir in any breeze, and the lime green spring flush is a highlight of the cool climate year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold in autumn.\u003c\/strong\u003e The narrow leaves turn butter yellow before they drop, a genuine autumn show in southern gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrives where ground stays wet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Boggy corners, dam banks and drainage lines that kill most trees are where a willow does its best work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade tree for acreage and farms.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it where stock or people need summer shade and the roots can roam: dam banks, creek flats and paddock corners. Allow at least 12m clear of buildings, septic systems, drains and paving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting with room to perform.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a large lawn a single willow becomes the landmark tree of the property, the skirt of foliage sweeping the grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Weeping Willow in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun in cool temperate, warm temperate and Mediterranean zones, and fully frost hardy. It handles heat given water; the more moisture in the ground, the better it looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soil with reliable moisture is ideal, and it is one of the few large trees that tolerates wet feet. Ordinary garden soil works if you commit to summer watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply two or three times a week for the first two summers. Beside a dam it then fends for itself; on drier sites it needs summer soaks for life. Feeding is rarely necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in winter while dormant, lifting the canopy for clearance and removing crossing limbs. It regrows quickly from hard cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoots and regulations.\u003c\/strong\u003e Willow roots seek water aggressively and will block drains and lift paving, so distance from services is not optional. Willows are also classed as Weeds of National Significance, with restrictions in several states, so check your council or state rules before planting, particularly near natural waterways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Weeping Willow in two sizes: a 400mm pot and an advanced 45L tree. The 400mm is a well established young tree that grows away hard in its first season; the 45L arrives with real height for instant effect. As a deciduous tree it may arrive bare or partly bare in the cooler months, which is normal: it will flush strongly in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrees are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/best-trees-to-plant-in-farm-paddocks-for-shade\"\u003eThe best trees for shade in farm paddocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-shade-trees\"\u003eBrowse fast growing shade trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003eCompare our deciduous trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eMore plants with autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far from the house and pipes should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it at least 12m from buildings, septic systems, sewer lines and paving, further if you can. The roots will find any weak joint in old pipework. This is a tree for open ground, not house gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast. With water it is capable of a metre or more a year in its early seasons, which is why it is the traditional choice for quick shade on rural properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it legal to plant a willow in my state?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillows are Weeds of National Significance and some states and councils restrict planting, especially near waterways. If unsure, check your state's declared plant list or your council before ordering; away from watercourses on private land it remains a widely planted tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this plant is listed as an environmental weed in WA, where it escapes from gardens into bushland. We do not recommend it for WA gardens. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100533506367,"sku":"SAL-BAB-300MM","price":222.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":54140095660351,"sku":"SAL-BAB-400MM","price":387.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":55100533539135,"sku":"SAL-BAB-75L","price":858.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Weeping-Willow-Salix-babylonica.png?v=1766224451"},{"product_id":"dawn-redwood-metasequoia-glyptostroboides","title":"Dawn Redwood - Metasequoia glyptostroboides","description":"\u003cp\u003eDawn Redwood (\u003cem\u003eMetasequoia glyptostroboides\u003c\/em\u003e) is a deciduous conifer, and a living fossil known from the rock record long before a surviving stand was found in China. It grows quickly to about 15m tall and 5m wide, holding a slim upright cone of soft feathery foliage that turns rusty bronze in autumn before dropping. Give it room and reliable water and few trees make a stronger impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn colour from a conifer.\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft needles turn coppery bronze through autumn, then drop to reveal a fluted trunk and fine winter branching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growing and upright.\u003c\/strong\u003e At roughly 15m by 5m it gains height quickly while keeping a narrow footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt thrives in wet ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet feet tolerant, so it works beside a dam or in the low corner where other trees drown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter light, summer shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Being deciduous, it shades a lawn through summer and lets the low winter sun back in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single tree on open lawn shows the symmetry and the trunk to best effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvenues and windbreaks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant about 5m apart for an avenue or a shelter row. The narrow crown holds a formal line along a driveway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamp and low lying ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground that stays soggy after rain suits it, and few large trees will not sulk there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Dawn Redwood in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun and open space. This is a tree for cool temperate and warm temperate gardens, and the autumn colour is strongest where the nights genuinely cool off. Subtropical and arid districts are too hot and dry for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, moist, slightly acidic soil is ideal. It is not drought tolerant, so a site that dries out hard in February is the wrong site. Mulch 100mm deep and keep it clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soaks twice a week across the first two summers, then weekly through dry spells for the life of the tree. A slow release fertiliser each spring while it is young is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e It builds its own shape around a single leader and needs almost no pruning. Remove damaged wood only, and never shorten the leader, since that spoils the cone shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in one size, a 45L pot. That is an established young tree with a formed leader, tall enough to read as a tree on planting day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeciduous trees ship in leaf or bare depending on the season, and a bare tree in winter is dormant rather than dead. Stake it for the first year and allow 5m of clearance from buildings and paving. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every tree carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the trade offs in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/evergreen-vs-deciduous-trees-australia-guide\"\u003eevergreen versus deciduous trees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003edeciduous tree range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee what else colours up in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eautumn colour plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook at larger stock in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/advanced-trees\"\u003eadvanced trees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it really a conifer if it drops its leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Dawn redwood is one of a small group of deciduous conifers, along with the swamp cypress and the larches. It carries true cones and needle foliage, then sheds the lot each autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much water does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than most trees we sell. Plan on deep watering through every dry summer, not just while it establishes. A naturally damp position is the easiest way to keep it happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it colour up in a warmer garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt colours reliably in cool temperate gardens and reasonably well in warm temperate ones, though the bronze is softer where autumn nights stay mild. In subtropical heat the display disappoints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much space does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow a mature spread of 5m and keep it that far clear of buildings, paving and services. It is narrow for its height, but it is still a 15m tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100556149055,"sku":"MET-GLY-400MM","price":495.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":55100556181823,"sku":"MET-GLY-75L","price":990.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":55100556083519,"sku":"MET-GLY-200L","price":1512.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L","offer_id":55100556050751,"sku":"MET-GLY-300L","price":2750.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500L","offer_id":55100556116287,"sku":"MET-GLY-500L","price":3960.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Dawn-Redwood-Metasequoia-glyptostroboides.png?v=1766224602"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/collections\/high-water.png?v=1749348476","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/collections\/high-water.oembed?page=3","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}