Crinum pendunculatum $589/1000 seeds – current collection are underway, please order within 7 days

Common Name: Swamp Lily

Endemic to coastal Northern Territory, Queensland and New South Wales, also found in New Guinea and some Pacific Islands. A large, bulbous evergreen perennial with broad strappy leaves, 2 to 3 m tall, spreading up to 3 m. Prefers full sun to part shade, well-drained to boggy/poorly drained soils. Flowers are white and fragrant on tall stems appearing November to March.

Syzygium australe $85/1000 seeds - upcoming fresh collection

Common Name: Brush Cherry

Endemic to coastal rainforests of Queensland and New South Wales. In its natural habitat it can reach 35 m tall however in cultivation it is more likely to grow to 18 m. Clusters of white flowers appear in late spring/early summer are followed by pink/red fruits, edible fresh or cooked into jams and jellies. New foliage is bronze, maturing to dark, glossy green. Suitable as an ornamental garden tree or hedge.

Syzygium francisii $119/1000 seeds – upcoming fresh collection

Common Name: Francis Water Gum

A medium/large tree of eastern coastal New South Wales and Queensland. Can grow to over 30 m. White panicles of flowers appear September to December with lilac/purple coloured fruit maturing January to April. Suitable for large gardens and parks in subtropical climates. Prefers sun to light shade in well-drained moist soil.

Syzygium wilsonii ssp wilsonii $119/1000 seeds – upcoming fresh collection

Common Name: Powderpuff Lilly Pilly

An evergreen, small, spreading shrub with a weeping habit growing 1 to 3 m. Endemic to north Queensland rainforests but is suitable in climates from Cairns to Sydney. New foliage is pink, maturing to glossy, dark green leaves. Red puffy bird attracting flowers are followed by clusters of edible white fruit. Suitable ornamental plant for any garden.

Syzygium luehmannii $33.50/1000 seeds – available in stock from fresh collection

Common Name: Cherry Satinash, Riberry

Native to Australia. Medium sized tree up to 30 m. Small pink/red juvenile leaves mature to glossy green leaves. White/cream flowers November to December in panicles followed by red berries December to February, containing a single seed, attractive to birds and flying foxes. Fruit is used as a bushfood eaten straight off the tree as well as cooked into jams and sauces. Ideal ornamental garden specimen or street tree planting.

Agathis robusta $125/1000 seeds – upcoming fresh collection

Common Name: Kauri Pine

A large evergreen tree growing 30 to 40 m with a large canopy, endemic to north east Queensland and Papua New Guinea. Leaves are leathery, dark green. Seed cones are 8 to 13 cm diameter, maturing 18 to 20 months after pollination at which time they release the seeds. Suitable for large gardens and parks, can be grown as an indoor plant for its interesting foliage.

Alocasia brisbanensis $83.50/1000 seeds – upcoming fresh collection

Common Name: Cunjevoi

Native to coastal rainforests of eastern Australia. Leaves are glossy green, large spade-shaped on stems growing 1.5 to 2 m tall. Spathe-like green/cream flowers appear in summer are fragrant. Flowers are followed by bright red fruits that attract birds. An understorey plant, it does best in shade/part shade in moist, well-drained soil in sub-tropical to temperate climates.

Cupaniopsis anacardioides $12/25 g, $255/kg – upcoming fresh collection

Common Name: Tuckeroo

Native to eastern and northern Australia, a small tree growing to 10 m. Green/white flowers appear May to July followed by orange, bird-attracting fruit that contains glossy seeds. Suitable as an ornamental garden or street planting tree. Salt tolerant.

Pittosporum phillyreoides syn angustifolium – reduced price at $495/kg, available in stock from fresh collection

Common Name: Native Apricot, Berrigan, Gumbi Gumbi

Tree to 10 m with weeping branches of slender leaves. Distributed mainly inland, southern Australia. Small cream yellow flowers are lightly scented, appear from late winter to mid spring, followed by small orange fruit. Prefers full sun and good drainage. A good ornamental plant or shade for stock.

Toona ciliata $19/25 g, $535/kg

Common Name: Red Cedar

Grows in the subtropical forests of New South Wales and Queensland. Can grow to 60 m with a 3 m diameter trunk. One of Australia’s few deciduous trees, the leaves fall in autumn and grow back in early spring, new leaves are red. Small white/pale pink flowers appear late spring. Timber is red, easy to work and highly valued for furniture, panelling and ship building. An interesting structural planting for large gardens and parks. Seeds can take up to 12 months to germinate. Seed germinated trees tend to have stronger root systems than cutting propagated plants.

Lepironia articulata $27.50/25 g

Common Name: Grey Sedge

Native to coastal freshwater wetlands of northern and eastern Australia. A rhizomatous sedge with tall, slender glaucous foliage 1.5 to 3 m high. Used for ornamental water feature plantings, boggy areas, ponds and pots with 50cm depth. Prefers full to sun to half shade. The leaves are used for weaving and basket making.

Monstera deliciosa Tauerii $179/1000 seeds

Common Name: Swiss Cheese Plant

Similar to Monstera deliciosa however seeds are less perishable and store longer, better germination and the leaf holes develop earlier. Grows to 2 m, ideal for shady gardens or containers indoors. Prefers filtered light.

Archontophoenix alexandrae $37.50/1000 seeds

Common Name: Alexander Palm

Native to Queensland and New South Wales coastal rainforests. A single trunk palm growing 6 to 10 m. Leaves are large, dark green. Large flower clusters appear at the leaf base on the trunk follow by red berries which are bird attracting. Once seed development is finished, the cluster drops off the trunk. Prefers full sun and well-drained soils. An ornamental palm for gardens and street plantings, also good as an indoor plant.

Archontophoenix cunninghamiana $37.50/1000 seeds – in stock now

Common Name: Bangalow Palm

Native to Australia in subtropical and tropical climates. Grows 20 to 25 m tall. Evergreen fronds, hanging panicles of purple flowers appear midsummer are followed by red berries that attract birds. Full sun to part shade.

Cupaniopsis anacardioides $12/25 g, $255/kg – upcoming collection

Common Name: Tuckeroo

Native to eastern and northern Australia, a small tree growing to 10 m. Green/white flowers appear May to July followed by orange, bird-attracting fruit that contains glossy seeds. Suitable as an ornamental garden or street planting tree. Salt tolerant.

Grevillea baileyana $55/1000 seeds – upcoming collection

Common Name: White Oak / Brown Silky Oak

Native to rainforests of north east Queensland. In natural habitat it can grow to 30 m but in cultivation to 10 m. Creamy-white fragrant flowers appear August to December, prolific in tropical climates but slower in temperate regions. Flowers and foliage are used in floral arrangements, the leaves have a green upper with a bronze underside. Prefers compost rich acidic soil with good drainage in sunny to light shade positions. An attractive garden plant or street tree for bees, nectar birds, butterflies.

Stenocarpus sinuatus $15/25 g, $365/kg – upcoming collection

Common Name: Firewheel Tree

Native to eastern Australia, a medium to large rainforest tree that grows to 40 m in its natural environment although smaller in cultivation and in cooler climates of southern states. Flowers are circular red umbels appearing February to March. A popular ornamental garden tree in Australia and around the world. Suitable as street trees and for large parks and gardens. Prefers sun to part shade and grows best in rich loamy soils. Attracts bees, butterflies, insects and nectar-feeding birds.

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