Isopogon formosus is one of the western australia species that will love a hot summer. It is a small to medium shrub The leaves may be up to 40-50 mm long and are divided into many narrow segments. The deep mauve to pink flowers occur in winter and spring, conspicuously displayed on the ends of the branches. The flower clusters are around 50 mm in diameter and are followed by the spherical (barrel-shaped) seed pods which remain on the plant for an indefinite period.
This is a very spectacular species . An upright growing, evergreen shrub with large, pink flowers in spring. The pointed, deeply divided leaves are green to reddish green and are usually up to 6cm wide. Great for mixed garden beds and for use as a cut flower.
Must be planted in a well draining soil in full sun or light shade.
Prune after flowering to maintain compact growth. Native Fertiliser
H 1.5m x W 2m
A rounded, evergreen bush with aromatic, leathery leaves. In spring the shrub is almost completely covered with white, waxy, star-like flowers, which open from pink buds.
Ideal for coastal planting, native gardens and shrubberies.
Grows best in dappled shade, but tolerates full sun. Hardy to extended periods of dryness. Avoid wet, boggy sites. Responds well to light or heavy pruning.
H 1.5 M x W 1.5 M
BRACHYSCOME 'FRESCO CANDY'
Fresco Candy has finely textured foliage and large candy-pink flowers that last all season long. Compact and upright-mounded plants prefers full sun for the best shape and brighter larger blooms. It will still produce flowers in part shade and grow 10-15cm. Great as a ground cover or border plant in a traditional or native garden.
Beautiful Flowers filled with inspiration! Carolyn
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From $19.99 Nemesia 'Nesia' A great choice for colour in the cooler seasons of spring and autumn plus winter in mild climates. An easy care plant, these nemesias are best positioned in full sun with well-drained soil.
Keep well watered in the summer and fertilise regulary in the growing season. Ideal for patio pots, hanging baskets and garden borders. Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering.
Lucky Bamboo in Deni Pot
Dracaena are very hardy indoor plants that can survive well under lower light making them ideal for indoor use. They are moderate growing so require some cutting back so they can be kept small, wherever they are cut back they will reshoot.
Lucky Bamboo is a symbol of good luck in China and is one of the most popular indoor plants as it can grow in any environment including low light. They will survive outdoors but only in the warmer months and must be protected during Winter.
Stems can be cut to encorage new growth and can be propagated in water to grow new roots and stems.
CAT HERBS - CATNIP & CAT GRASS
Treat your furry friends to a pot of catnip or cat grass, they'll love nibbling, chewing and rolling all over them.
Great in pots or in the garden.
We have cat grass in a couple of sizes, including planted in decorative timber boxes
During the warmer months, Capsicum European Paprika produces high yields of long, sweet, green, fruits that turn deep red at maturity. Best grown in vegetable patches and large containers.
Summer is the perfect time to get in your capsicum seedlings. Capsicum require heat to grow well, so in Melbourne they are planted in spring and harvested during late summer and into autumn. It is advisable to start seedlings growing indoors or in a greenhouse and plant them out as advanced seedlings once the last frosts have passed.
In warmer areas capsicum are a perennial plant; with some dedication and a frost free area you can keep them going over winter in Melbourne, but generally they are regarded as an annual.
Plant in a sunny spot with good air circulation, as they are prone to fungal problems, and avoid planting where tomatoes and eggplants have grown in the previous three years.
Although they love the heat, it is worth shielding them on days of extreme temperatures to prevent flower loss.
Harvest capsicums regularly to increase vigour and productivity.
Protect Your Roses Spray with Rose Spray Ready-to-Use or Concentrate to treat all common pests and diseases on your rose plants and other ornamentals.
Now roses are in full swing, growing lots of new foliage and flower buds, it's time to keep an eye out for insects like aphids and fungal diseases like black spot and powdery mildew.
