--- title: Shrubs and Forbs description: "Shrubs and Forbs\nAustralian Native Plants\nWagtail Natives Nursery" --- [Skip to content](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#main-content) [![Wagtail Banner 2023](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Wagtail%20Banner%202023.png?width=2000&name=Wagtail%20Banner%202023.png)](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au?hsLang=en) - [Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list) - [Newsletter](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/newsletter-subscribe) - [Contact Us](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/contact-us) - [Current Stock](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/current-stock) - [Social Enterprise](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/social-enterprise) - [Species Keepers Program](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-keepers) - [Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list) - [Newsletter](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/newsletter-subscribe) - [Contact Us](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/contact-us) - [Current Stock](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/current-stock) - [Social Enterprise](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/social-enterprise) - [Species Keepers Program](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-keepers) ![ShrubsForbsBannerSml](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/ShrubsForbsBannerSml.jpg?width=719&height=2000&name=ShrubsForbsBannerSml.jpg "ShrubsForbsBannerSml") Shrubs and Forbs *Click the species name for more details.* [Acacia aureocrinita - Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Acacia-aureocrinitia) [Acacia boormanii - Snowy River Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_boormanii) [Acacia buxifolia - Box-leaf Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_buxifolia) [Acacia cardiophylla - Heart-leaf Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_cardiophylla) [Acacia covenyi - Blue Bush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_covenyi) [Acacia cultriformis - Knife-leaf Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_cultriformis) [Acacia dawsonii - Poverty Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_dawsonii) [Acacia dealbata - Silver Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_dealbata) [Acacia falciformis - Broad-leaved Hickory Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_falciformis) [Acacia floribunda - Gossamer Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_floribunda) [Acacia genistifolia - Spreading Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_genistifolia) [Acacia gunnii - Ploughshare Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_gunnii) [Acacia mearnsii - Black Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_mearnsii) [Acacia melanoxylon - Blackwood Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_melanoxylon) [Acacia pravissima - Oven's Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_pravissima) [Acacia rubida - Red Stem Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_rubida) [Acacia ulicifolia - Juniper Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_ulicifolia) [Acaena novae-zelandiae - Bidgee Widgee](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#acacia_novae_zelandiae) [Arthropodium milleflorum - Pale Vanilla Lily](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Arthropodium-milleflorum) [Bauera rubioides - River Rose](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Bauera-rubioides) [Bossiaea buxifolia - Matted Bossiaea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Bossiaea-buxifolia) [Brachyscome graminea - Grass Daisy](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Brachyscome-graminea) [Bulbine bulbosa - Native leek](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Bulbine-bulbosa) [Bursaria spinosa - Australian Blackthorn](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Bursaria-spinosa) [Callistemon citrinus - Crimson Bottlebrush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Callistemon-Citrinus) [Callistemon pallidus - Lemon Bottlebrush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Callistemon-Pallidus) [Callistemon pityoides - Alpine Bottlebrush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Callistemon-Pityoides) [Callistemon sieberi - River Bottlebrush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Callistemon-sieberi) [Cassinia aculeata - Common Cassinia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Cassinia-aculeata) [Cassinia longifolia - Shiny Cassinia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Cassinia-longifolia) [Cassinia uncata - Sticky Cassinia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Cassinia-uncata) [Chrysocephalum apiculatum - Common Everlasting](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Chrysocephalum-Apiculatum) [Chrysocephalum semipapposum - Clustered Everlasting](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Chrysocephalum-semipapposum) [Correa reflexa - Native fuchsia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Correa-reflexa) [Craspedia variabilis - Common Billy Buttons](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Craspedia-Variabilis) [Crowea exalata - Waxflower](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Crowea-exalata) [Daviesia latifolia - Hop Bitter-pea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Daviesia-Latifolia) [Daviesia mimosoides - Narrow-leaf Bitter-pea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Daviesia-Mimosoides) [Daviesia ulicifolia - Gorse Bitter-pea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Daviesia-Ulicifolia) [Dianella longifolia - Flax Lily](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Dianella-Longifolia) [Dianella revoluta - Blue Flax-lily](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Dianella-Revoluta) [Dianella tasmanica - Tasman Flax-lily](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Dianella-tasmanica) [Dichondra repens - Kidney Weed](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Dichondra-Repens) [Dodonaea viscosa - Giant Hopbush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Dodonaea-Viscosa) [Dodonaea viscosa ssp. angustissima - Narrow-leaf Hopbush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Dodonaea-Viscosa-ssp-angustissima) [Dodonaea viscosa ssp. spatulata - Spoon-leaf Hop Bush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Dodonaea-Viscosa-ssp-spatulata) [Einadia nutans - Nodding Saltbush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Einadia-Nutans) [Grevillea australis - Alpine Grevillea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Grevillea-Australis) [Grevillea diminuta - Small Grevillea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Grevillea-Diminuta) [Grevillea lanigera - Woolly Grevillea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Grevillea-Lanigera) [Grevillea rosmarinifolia - Rosemary Grevillea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Grevillea-rosmarinifolia) [Hakea microcarpa - Small-fruited Hakea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#hakea_microcarpa) [Hardenbergia violacea - False Sarsparilla](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Hardenbergia-violacea) [Hardenbergia violacea alba - False Sarsparilla (White)](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Hardenbergia-violacea-alba) [Hibbertia obtusifolia - Hoary Guinea Flower](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Hibbertia-obtusifilia) [Indigofera australis - Austral Indigo](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Indigofera-australis) [Kunzea ericoides - Burgen](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Kunzea-ericoides) [Kunzea parvifolia - Violet Kunzea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Kunzea-parvifolia) [Kunzea pomifera - Muntries](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Kunzea-pomifera) [Leptospermum brevipes - Slender Tea-tree](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Leptospermum-brevipes) [Leptospermum grandifolium - Mountain Tea-tree](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Leptospermum-grandifolium) [Leptospermum lanigerum - Woolly Tea-tree](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Leptospermum-lanigerum) [Leptospermum myrtifolium - Myrtle Tea-tree](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Leptospermum-myrtifolium) [Leptospermum obovatum - River Tea-tree](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Leptospermum-obovatum) [Leucochrysum albicans - Hoary Sunray](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Leucochrysum-albicans) [Lomandra filiformis - Wattle Mat-rush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Lomandra-filiformis) [Lomandra longifolia - Spiny Mat-rush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Lomandra-longifolia) [Lomatia myricoides - River Lomatia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Lomatia-myricoides) [Melaleuca parvistaminea - Rough-barked Honey-myrtle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Melaleuca-Parvistaminea) [Mentha australis - Native River Mint](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Mentha-Australis) [Micromyrtus ciliata - Fringed Heath Myrtle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Micromyrtus-ciliata) [Myoporum parvifolium - Creeping Boobialla](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Myoporum-parvifolium) [Olearia phlogopappa - Alpine Daisy-bush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Olearia-phlogopappa) [Oxylobium ellipticum - Common Shaggy-pea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Oxylobium-ellipticum) [Ozothamnus diosmifolius - Rice Flower](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Ozothamnus-diosmifolius) [Ozothamnus hookeri - Kerosene Bush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Ozothamnus-hookeri) [Ozothamnus secundiflorus - Cascade Everlasting](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Ozothamnus-secundiflorus) [Phebalium squamulosum - Scaly Phebalium](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Phebalium-squamulosum) [Pimelea humilis - Dwarf Rice Flower](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Pimelea-humilis) [Pimelia linifolia - Slender Rice Flower](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Pimelia-linifolia) [Platylobium formosum - Handsome Flat-pea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Platylobium-formosum) [Prostanthera cuneata - Alpine Mint Bush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Prostanthera-cuneata) [Prostanthera incisa - Native Thyme](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Prostanthera-incisa) [Prostanthera lasianthos - Victorian Christmas Bush](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Prostanthera-lasianthos) [Prostanthera rotundifolia - Native Oregano](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Prostanthera-rotundifolia) [Scaevola hookeri - Alpine Fan-flower](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Scaevola-hookeri) [Stylidium graminifolium - Trigger Plant](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Stylidium-graminifolium) [Veronica perfoliata - Digger's Speedwell](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Veronica-perfoliata) [Viola betonicifolia - Showy Violet](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Viola-betonicfolia) [Viola hederacea - Native Violet](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Viola-hederacea) [Wahlenbergia multicaulis - Tadgell's Bluebell](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Wahlenbergia-multicaulis) [Wahlenbergia stricta - Australian Bluebell](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Wahlenbergia-stricta) [Westringia eremicola - Slender Westringia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Westringia-eremicola) [Xerochrysum bracteatum - Strawflower](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Xerochrysum-brachteatum) [Xerochrysum viscosum - Sticky Everlasting](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Xerochrysum-viscosum) ![acacia\_aureocrinita\_nr\_numeralla\_fagg](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hubfs/acacia_aureocrinita_nr_numeralla_fagg.jpg) ### *Acacia aureocrinita* #### Wattle Small bushy shrub, 1-1.8m high x 1-2m wide. Small, hairy, grey-green, oval foliage. Pale to bright yellow globular flowers in spring and sporadically at other times. Most well-drained soils and aspects. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![A-boormanii](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hubfs/A-boormanii.jpg) ### *Acacia boormanii* #### Snowy River Wattle Shrub or small tree, 4-5m tall. Smooth grey bark. Greyish green linear phyllodes. Profuse clusters of fragrant bright yellow ball flowers in late winter to spring. Suitable for a wide range of climates and well-drained soils, in full sun or part shade. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia buxifolia cropped](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hubfs/Acacia%20buxifolia%20cropped.jpeg) ### *Acacia buxifolia* ### Box Leaf Wattle   Open or erect shrub to 3m tall x 2m wide. Attractive foliage. Deep golden yellow globular flowers. Well-drained soil in sun or part shade. Frost hardy. Immature seeds are eaten by cockatoos and parrots. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia cardiophylla](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hubfs/Acacia%20cardiophylla.jpeg) ### *Acacia cardiophylla* ### Heart Leaf Wattle   Rounded shrub to 2.5m tall, spreading to 3m. Attractive bipinnate (feathery), light green foliage. Bright yellow ball-shaped flowers in spring. Well-drained soil sunny or lightly-shaded position. Drought and frost tolerant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia covenyi](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hubfs/Acacia%20covenyi.jpeg) ### *Acacia covenyi* ### Blue Bush   Very hardy small tree to 6m high x 2-3m wide. Blue-green foliage and bright yellow ball flowers in spring. Most well-drained soil in full sun or dappled shade. Drought and frost tolerant. Ideal specimen tree. Useful screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia cultriformis](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Acacia%20cultriformis.jpeg?width=2000&name=Acacia%20cultriformis.jpeg) ### *Acacia cultriformis* #### Knife-leaf Wattle   Attractive hardy bush, 2-3m tall x 2m wide. Open branched habit. Bluish green phyllodes are almost triangular, featuring red tips. Racemes of bright yellow globular flower heads in spring. Most well-drained soils in sun or part shade. Feature plant and useful screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia dawsonii](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Acacia-dawsonii-1.jpeg?width=517&height=388&name=Acacia-dawsonii-1.jpeg) ### *Acacia dawsonii* ### Poverty Wattle   Hardy, erect shrub, 1.5-2m high. Golden yellow ball flowers in spring. Suitable for a wide range of climates in most well-drained soils. Best in full sun. Tolerant of moderate frost. Lightly prune after flowering to produce a busy growth habit. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia dealbata - Silver Wattle](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Acacia-dealbata-Silver-Wattle2-788x591.jpeg?width=788&height=591&name=Acacia-dealbata-Silver-Wattle2-788x591.jpeg) ### *Acacia dealbata* ### Silver Wattle   Fast-growing open tree, variable in height, 2-30m tall. Prefers deep, moist soil. Greyish green bi-pinnate (fern-like) leaves. Clusters of yellow ball flowers in spring, followed by seed pods in summer. Sun or part shade. Good erosion control. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia falciformis](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Acacia-falciformis.jpeg?width=1896&height=1200&name=Acacia-falciformis.jpeg) ### *Acacia falciformis* ### Broad-leaved Hickory Wattle   Tall shrub or small tree, 4-12m high. Moderately dense foliage, rough bark. Creamy yellow ball flowers in spring to early summer. Well-drained soil. Good shelterbelt tree. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia floribunda](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Acacia%20floribunda.jpeg?width=440&height=696&name=Acacia%20floribunda.jpeg) ### *Acacia floribunda* ### Gossamer Wattle   Large shrub to small tree. Hardy, fast growing, screening plant. Scented, creamy yellow rod flowers in winter-spring. Suitable for most soils and aspects. Tolerates frost and drought. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Logo Only 2023](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20Only%202023.jpg?width=933&height=936&name=Logo%20Only%202023.jpg) ### *Acacia genistifolia* ### Spreading Wattle   Fast growing spreading shrub, to 4m tall. Suitable in sands, clay or loam. Prickly foliage provides ideal bird refuge. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Logo Only 2023](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20Only%202023.jpg?width=933&height=936&name=Logo%20Only%202023.jpg) ### *Acacia gunnii* ### Ploughshare Wattle   Small spreading to erect shrub, 30cm-1m tall x 1-2m wide. Triangular foliage, tapering to a sharp point. Pale yellow/cream ball flowers in winter - spring. Well-drained soil in full/part sun. Establishes well under existing trees. Good erosion control. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![A mearnsii](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/A%20mearnsii.jpeg?height=2000&name=A%20mearnsii.jpeg) ### *Acacia mearnsii* ### Black Wattle   Fast growing, large shrub or small tree, 6-20m tall. Smooth to fissured bark, brown or greenish to blackish in colour. Green fern-like foliage, creamy-yellow flowers in spring. Well-drained soil in sunny or partly-shaded situation. Good shade and shelter tree. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia melanoxylon](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Acacia_melanoxylon_1.jpeg?width=768&height=512&name=Acacia_melanoxylon_1.jpeg) ### *Acacia melanoxylon* ### Blackwood Wattle   Fast growing tree to 10m. Large, dense canopy. Cream flowers in spring. Prefers deep moist soil, tolerating drier conditions once established. Good shade & shelterbelt tree. Frost hardy. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia\_pravissima](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Acacia_pravissima.jpeg?width=1280&height=854&name=Acacia_pravissima.jpeg) ### *Acacia pravissima* ### Oven’s Wattle   Shrub or small tree to 4m high, with arching branches of dull grey-green foliage. Profuse small yellow blooms in spring. Most soils, tolerating dryness. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia\_ulicifolia\_flowers\_1](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Acacia_ulicifolia_flowers_1.jpeg?width=1000&height=750&name=Acacia_ulicifolia_flowers_1.jpeg) ### *Acacia ulicifolia* ### Juniper Wattle   Small to medium shrub 1-2mH x 2mW with dark green spine-like foliage. Cream coloured ball flowers in late winter and spring. Well-drained soils in dappled shade or full sun. A good hedge plant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acacia\_rubida\_flowers\_(9570440918)](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Acacia_rubida_flowers_(9570440918).jpeg?width=2000&height=1125&name=Acacia_rubida_flowers_(9570440918).jpeg) ### *Acacia rubida* ### Red Stem Wattle   Bushy shrub / small tree, 9m high x 3m wide. Deep red angular stems & reddish foliage in winter. Bright yellow ball flowers in late winter. Full sun in well-drained soil. Frost hardy. Drought tolerant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Acaena novae-zelandiae](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Acaena%20novae-zelandiae.jpeg?width=750&height=563&name=Acaena%20novae-zelandiae.jpeg) ### *Acaena novae-zelandiae* ### Bidgee Widgee   Dense groundcover with small fern-like foliage to 10cm high x 1m spread. Globular greenish white flowers on slender stalks in spring are followed by burr-like seed heads. Adaptable, tolerating wet or dry conditions in full/part sun. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Artropodium milleflorum](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Artropodium%20milleflorum.jpeg?width=791&height=791&name=Artropodium%20milleflorum.jpeg) ### *Arthropodium milleflorum* ### Pale Vanilla Lily   Tufted perennial, leaves to 30cm. Pale pink, mauve or white flowers on 1m stems spring-summer. Moist clay soil. Leaves die down to tuberous rootstock during hottest months of the year. Uses: rockeries, borders, pond-side. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Bauera rubioides](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Bauera%20rubioides.jpeg?width=350&height=561&name=Bauera%20rubioides.jpeg) ### *Bauera rubioides* ### River Rose   Pretty and compact shrub, 1-2m x 1-2m, with bright pink flowers, mainly in late winter and spring. Sheltered position in light to heavy shade. Tolerates moist, even boggy, soils. Great understorey or shade plant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Bossiaea\_buxifolia\_ACT](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Bossiaea_buxifolia_ACT.jpeg?width=800&height=800&name=Bossiaea_buxifolia_ACT.jpeg) ### *Bossiaea buxifolia* ### Matted Bossiaea   Prostrate trailing dwarf shrub that can form an extensive mat, like a living mulch. Most well-drained soils in dappled shade to part sun. Yellow, red and purplish flowers appear from spring to early summer. Syn. Bossiaea decumbens. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Brachyscome\_graminea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Brachyscome_graminea.jpeg?width=373&height=500&name=Brachyscome_graminea.jpeg) ### *Brachyscome graminea* ### Grass Daisy   Prostrate trailing dwarf shrub that can form an extensive mat, like a living mulch. Most well-drained soils in dappled shade to part sun. Yellow, red and purplish flowers appear from spring to early summer. Syn. Bossiaea decumbens. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Bulbine\_bulbosa\_flower](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Bulbine_bulbosa_flower.jpeg?width=1200&height=1793&name=Bulbine_bulbosa_flower.jpeg) ### *Bulbine bulbosa* ### Native Leek   Native lily with fragrant yellow flowers on 30cm stems in spring. Succulent hollow green leaves. After seeding, plants die down to tuberous rootstock for hottest months of the year, reappearing in mid/late autumn. Full sun or light shade. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Bursaria spinosa](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Bursaria%20spinosa.jpeg?width=600&height=400&name=Bursaria%20spinosa.jpeg) ### *Bursaria spinosa* ### Australian Blackthorn   Slender to rounded shrub or small tree, 1-8m high. Profuse fragrant creamy-white flowers in summer. Small spines along branches. Well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Attracts birds, insects and butterflies. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![callistemon-citrinus](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/callistemon-citrinus.jpeg?width=250&height=250&name=callistemon-citrinus.jpeg) ### *Callistemon citrinus* ### Crimson Bottlebrush   Hardy, erect large shrub, 3m high x 2m wide, sometimes taller. Cream to yellow flowers in summer & autumn. Most soils in full or part sun. Prune after flowering for bushiness.  [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Callistemon pallidus](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Callistemon%20pallidus.jpeg?width=749&height=498&name=Callistemon%20pallidus.jpeg) ### *Callistemon pallidus* ### Lemon Bottlebrush   Hardy, erect large shrub, 3m high x 2m wide, sometimes taller. Cream to yellow flowers in summer & autumn. Most soils in full or part sun. Prune after flowering for bushiness.  [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Callistemon-pityoides-1](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Callistemon-pityoides-1.jpeg?width=1896&height=1200&name=Callistemon-pityoides-1.jpeg) ### *Callistemon pityoides* ### Alpine Bottlebrush   Spreading shrub to 2.5m high x 1-2m wide. Summer flowers are usually cream, tinged with green. Dense prickly foliage creates excellent small bird habitat. Tolerates wet periods and frost. Prune after flowering for dense, bird-protecting growth and maximum flowering. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Logo Only 2023](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20Only%202023.jpg?width=933&height=936&name=Logo%20Only%202023.jpg) ### *Callistemon sieberi * ### River Bottlebrush   Variable open to dense weeping shrub, 2-7m high. Cream or pink bird-attracting flowers. Prefers wet to moist conditions in heavy clay soil, tolerating dryness once established. Frost hardy. Prune after flowering to promote bushiness. Good screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Cassinia\_aculeata](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Cassinia_aculeata.jpeg?width=1333&height=1000&name=Cassinia_aculeata.jpeg) ### *Cassinia aculeata* ### Common Cassinia   Fast growing upright open shrub, 2-4m high x 1-2m wide. Pinkish buds followed by large domed white flowerheads over summer. Heavy, moist, well-drained soil in part shade. Good screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Cassinia\_longifolia\_(5238104096)](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Cassinia_longifolia_(5238104096).jpeg?width=2000&height=1500&name=Cassinia_longifolia_(5238104096).jpeg) ### *Cassinia longifolia * ### Shiny Cassinia   Fast-growing, adaptable shrub, 2-4m high x 2-3m wide. Dense clusters of small white flowers over summer. Full or part shade. Moist, well-drained soil. Good screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Cassinia\_uncata](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Cassinia_uncata.jpeg?width=749&height=498&name=Cassinia_uncata.jpeg) ### *Cassinia uncata * ### Sticky Cassinia   Narrow upright shrub 1-2mH with silver leaves. Quick growing on well drained flats and rises. Drought and frost hardy. Happy in part shade. Creamy-yellow long lasting flower clusters through summer. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Logo Only 2023](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20Only%202023.jpg?width=933&height=936&name=Logo%20Only%202023.jpg) ### *Chrysocephalum apiculatum* ### Common Everlasting   Perennial herb 0.2-0.4mH x 0.5-2mW. Variable, green or grey leaves. Clusters of small golden flowers all the year. Needs reasonable drainage and sun. Good in massed plantings. Can be suckering. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Logo Only 2023](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20Only%202023.jpg?width=933&height=936&name=Logo%20Only%202023.jpg) ### *Chrysocephalum semipapposum* ### Clustered Everlasting   A suckering shrub 0.2-1mH x 0.5-1.5mW with small grey leaves. Large clusters of golden yellow flowers mainly Oct-Feb. For sun or semi-shade in well-drained soils. Prune to ground level early spring. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Craspedia variabilis](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Craspedia%20variabilis.jpeg?width=190&height=265&name=Craspedia%20variabilis.jpeg) ### *Craspedia variabilis* ### Common Billy Buttons   Variable tufted perennial herb to 30cm high x 50cm-1m wide. Eye-catching yellow globular flowerheads on long stalks in spring. Moist to boggy soil. Attractive rockery and container plant, and ideal cut flower. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Correa reflexa](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Correa%20reflexa.jpeg?width=255&height=197&name=Correa%20reflexa.jpeg) ### *Correa reflexa* ### Native Fuchsia   Variable open upright or spreading shrub to 2m high x 2m wide. Green nectar-rich bird-attracting bell-shaped flowers in autumn and winter. Well-drained soil in sun or shade. Establishes well under existing trees. Frost tolerant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Crowea exalata](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Crowea%20exalata.jpeg?width=602&height=568&name=Crowea%20exalata.jpeg) ### *Crowea exalata* ### Wax Flower   Small shrub to 70cm high x 1m wide. Pink or white, waxy, star-like flowers from late summer to winter. Well-drained soil in sun or part shade. Frost hardy. Pruning beneficial. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Daviesia latifolia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Daviesia%20latifolia.jpeg?width=1024&height=685&name=Daviesia%20latifolia.jpeg) ### *Daviesia latifolia* ### Hop Bitter-pea   Medium shrub 1-3mH x 1-2mW, with broad mid green leaves. Long racemes of yellow/brown pea flowers in spring. For most well drained soils in dappled shade to part sun. Informal hedge. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![daviesia-mimosoides-dig-16647-sm](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/daviesia-mimosoides-dig-16647-sm.jpeg?width=250&height=250&name=daviesia-mimosoides-dig-16647-sm.jpeg) ### *Daviesia mimosoides* ### Narrow-leaf Bitter-pea   Hardy and adaptable shrub, to 1.5m x 1.5m. Profuse red and yellow pea flowers in spring. Well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Daviesia ulicifolia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Daviesia%20ulicifolia.jpeg?width=480&height=640&name=Daviesia%20ulicifolia.jpeg) ### *Daviesia ulicifolia* ### Gorse Bitter-pea   Stiff tangled prickly shrub to 1.5m high x 1-2m wide. Dark green prickly leaves with orange and yellow pea flowers in winter-spring. Well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Refuge plant for small birds. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Dianella longifolia 3](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Dianella%20longifolia%203.png?width=365&height=382&name=Dianella%20longifolia%203.png) ### *Dianella longifolia* ### Flax Lily   Perennial plant with arching, smooth strap leaves to 50cm. Pale blue flowers in spring / summer, followed by dark blue-purple berries. Moist, well-drained soil. Ornamental. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Dianella revoluta](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Dianella%20revoluta.jpeg?width=262&height=192&name=Dianella%20revoluta.jpeg) ### *Dianella revoluta* ### Blue Flax-lily   Rhizomatous, perennial herb, to 50cm high. Arching strap leaves and clusters of nodding blue to white star flowers from spring, followed by shiny dark blue berries. Full sun or part shade in well-drained soil. Ornamental. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![dianella-tasmanica-c-250](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/dianella-tasmanica-c-250.jpeg?width=250&height=250&name=dianella-tasmanica-c-250.jpeg) ### *Dianella tasmanica* ### Tasman Flax-lily   Lily to 1.2m high. Clusters of nodding star-shaped, bright blue flowers in spring and summer are followed by deep blue berries. Well-drained soil, in full sun or part shade. Frost resistant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Dichondra repens](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Dichondra%20repens.jpeg?width=259&height=194&name=Dichondra%20repens.jpeg) ### *Dichondra repens* ### Kidney Weed   Native groundcover with dense spreading foliage of kidney-shaped leaves. Tiny green flowers in spring to early summer. Useful as a groundcover, lawn substitute, between pavers and for shady spots in the garden. Well-drained soil in full or partial shade. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Dodonaea\_viscosa](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Dodonaea_viscosa.jpeg?width=1600&height=1200&name=Dodonaea_viscosa.jpeg) ### *Dodonaea viscosa* ### Giant Hopbush   Hardy upright bushy shrub to 5m tall x 3m wide. Glossy foliage. Inconspicuous flowers in spring are followed by attractive winged fruit. Well-drained soil in full sun to light shade. Frost tolerant. Withstands dry spells. Ideal hedge and screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Dodonaea viscosa subsp. angustissima](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Dodonaea%20viscosa%20subsp.%20angustissima.jpeg?width=800&height=669&name=Dodonaea%20viscosa%20subsp.%20angustissima.jpeg) ### *Dodonaea viscosa ssp. angustissima* ### Narrow-leaf Hopbush   Erect shrub, 1-4m tall with red flowers followed by red fruit in spring. Well-drained sandy soil in full sun or shade. Good screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Dodonaea\_viscosa](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Dodonaea_viscosa.jpeg?width=1600&height=1200&name=Dodonaea_viscosa.jpeg) ### *Dodonaea viscosa ssp. Spatulata* ### Spoon Leaf Hopbush   Hardy open to dense spreading shrub 1-3m x 1-3m. Inconspicuous flowers in spring are followed by showy reddish brown papery capsules. Full/part sun in well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Prune to maintain bushiness. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Einadia nutans* ### Nodding Saltbush   Sprawling or scrambling shrub to 30cm high x 1.2m wide. Grey-green foliage, with small green flower clusters in summer to autumn, followed by succulent red berries. Tolerates dry soil in full or partial shade. Ideal rockery plant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Grevillea-australis](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Grevillea-australis.jpeg?width=400&height=600&name=Grevillea-australis.jpeg) ### *Grevillea australis* ### Alpine Grevillea   Very variable shrub, 20cm-2.5m high. Linear to elliptic leaves, 50-500 mm long x 1-5 mm wide. White flowers in clusters along the stems, mainly winter-spring. Best in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Frost hardy. Responds well to pruning. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Grevillea diminuta](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Grevillea%20diminuta.jpeg?width=183&height=275&name=Grevillea%20diminuta.jpeg) ### *Grevillea diminuta* ### Small Grevillea   Hardy low spreading shrub, 50cm H x 1m W. Small elliptical leaves with the upper surface smooth and dark green and the lower silvery. Rusty-red bird-attracting flowers in dense, pendulous clusters, mainly in spring. Tip prune for bushiness. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Grevillea lanigera](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Grevillea%20lanigera.jpeg?width=275&height=183&name=Grevillea%20lanigera.jpeg) ### *Grevillea lanigera* ### Woolly Grevillea   Small-medium shrub, 1-2m high x 1.5m wide. Soft small grey-green foliage with dusty pink bird-attracting spider flowers in spring-autumn. Full sun or part shade in well-drained soil. Suitable informal low hedging plant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Grevillea rosmarinfolia* ### Rosemary Grevillea   Hardy fast growing dense shrub 30cm-2m high x 3m wide. Stiff prickly needle-like leaves. Well-drained soil. Flowers best in full sun. Honeyeaters feed on the red nectar-rich flowers which appear in spring. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Hakea\_microcarpa\_(leaves\_and\_flowers)](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hubfs/Hakea_microcarpa_(leaves_and_flowers).jpg "Hakea_microcarpa_(leaves_and_flowers)") ### *Hakea Microcarpa* ### Small-fruited Hakea Upright shrub to 1.5m. Clusters of white flowers occur at the base of the leaves in late spring / early summer. Well-drained soil. Pruning will prevent plants becoming straggly. Good habitat for small native birds. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Hardenbergia-violacea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Hardenbergia-violacea.jpeg?width=1000&height=750&name=Hardenbergia-violacea.jpeg) ### *Hardenbergia violacea* ### False Sarsparilla   Climbing or trailing plant to 2m. Very showy display of purple flowers in winter-spring. Well-drained soil in sun to semi-shade. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Hardenbergia-violacea](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Hardenbergia-violacea.jpeg?width=1000&height=750&name=Hardenbergia-violacea.jpeg) ### *Hardenbergia violacea alba* ### False Sarsparilla - White   Climbing or trailing plant to 2m. Very showy display of white flowers in winter-spring. Well-drained soil in sun to semi-shade. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Hibbertia obtusifilia* ### Hoary Guinea Flower   Low, open, rounded shrub or groundcover to 60cm high x 1m wide. Profuse large bright yellow flowers in spring and summer. Well-drained soil in part sun. Prune lightly to maintain compact habit. Good rockery and container plant [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Indigofera-australis](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Indigofera-australis.jpeg?width=1600&height=1200&name=Indigofera-australis.jpeg) ### *Indigofera australis* ### Austral Indigo   Attractive shrub to 2m. Graceful arching stems and fern-like leaves with sprays of pink pea flowers in spring. Full sun to part shade in well-drained soils. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Kunzea ericoides* ### Burgen   Fast-growing dense, sometimes weeping, shrub, 2-5m high x 2-4m wide. Showy with red-stemmed foliage and profuse fluffy white flowers from late spring. Adaptable, tolerating wet and dry periods in sun or part shade. Good screening and hedging plant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Kunzea parvifolia* ### Violet Kunzea   Hardy upright slender shrub to 1.5m tall x 1.5m wide. Fine scented foliage. Profuse violet 'pom pom' flowers from spring to early summer. Moist well-drained soil, tolerating wetness. Frost hardy. Attracts birds and butterflies. Ideal low hedging plant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Kunzea pomifera* ### Muntries   Hardy, low shrub, to 50cm high x 2-5m spread. Dense fluffy white flowers in spring are followed by edible berries which have an apple-like flavour. Well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Drought-tolerant. Prune to manage spread. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Leptospermum brevipes* ### Slender Tea-tree   Graceful spreading shrub, 4-7m tall, with slender, reddish, weeping foliage. White flowers in spring to summer. Well-drained soil. Ornamental. Good screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Leptospermum grandifolium* ### Mountain Tea-tree   Dense shrub to small rounded tree, 1.5-6m high. Large white flowers in spring-summer. Adaptable, preferring moist to wet soil. Full sun or part shade. Good screen. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Leptospermum lanigerum* ### Woolly Tea-tree   Dense shrub to erect small tree, 2-6m high x 1-3m wide. Prolific small white flowers in spring-summer. Attractive new foliage. Ornamental. Moist soil in full or part sun. Good screen. Prune to promote bushy habit. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Leptospermum myrtifolium* ### Myrtle Tea-tree   Medium shrub, 1-3m tall. Masses of white flowers in spring are followed by large, showy seed capsules. Sunny position in most well-drained soils. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![leptospermum-obovatum](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/leptospermum-obovatum.jpeg?width=380&height=380&name=leptospermum-obovatum.jpeg) ### *Leptospermum obovatum * ### River Tea-tree   Dense erect shrub, 2-4m tall x 1.5-2m wide. Scented foliage and creamy white flowers from late spring. Moist soil in part shade. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Leucochrysum albicans](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Leucochrysum%20albicans.jpeg?width=1500&height=2000&name=Leucochrysum%20albicans.jpeg) ### *Leucochrysum albicans * ### Hoary Sunray   Shrublet to 30cm x 30cm. Showy gold and white large everlasting paper daisy flowers in spring and summer. Prefers full sun, drier sites. Dies back over summer leaving a perennial rootstock. Attractive rockery or pot plant. Prune hard after flowering for bushiness. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Lomandra filiformis * ### Wattle Mat-rush   Sparsely tufted grass-like perennial to 30cm x 30cm. Small, yellow, globular, butterfly-attracting flowers in spring. Moist, well-drained soil in full or part sun. Ideal rockery plant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Lomandra longifolia * ### Spiny Mat-rush   Very hardy tufted plant to 1m with yellow flowers on prickly spikes in spring. Adaptable to dry conditions. Frost tolerant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Lomatia myricoides * ### River Mat-rush   Open rounded shrub or small tree, 2-5m high x 1-3m wide. Leaves slender, often toothed. Creamy white nectar-rich bird-attracting flowers in summer. Moist, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Tolerates short periods of wetness. Ornamental. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Melaleuca Parvistaminea* ### Rough-barked Honey-myrtle   Dense or open upright shrub or small tree, 2-4m tall x 3-5m wide. Rough scaly bark. Cream flowers in spring attract birds and butterflies. Full/part sun. Tolerates frost, poor soils, damp conditions and temporary inundation. Good screen or hedge plant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![mentha-australis](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/mentha-australis.jpeg?width=1024&height=768&name=mentha-australis.jpeg) ### *Mentha Australis* ### Native River Mint   Slender sprawling or erect herb with aromatic foliage and clusters of small tubular white to pale mauve flowers in spring - summer. Moist to wet soil in sun or shade [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Micromyrtus ciliata* ### Fringed Heath Myrtle   Shrub, 30cm-1m high x 1-1.5m wide. Very small aromatic leaves and a sprawling habit. Spectacular when in flower with profuse small white blooms in spring. Sunny or partly-shaded position in well-drained soil. Suits habitat gardens. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Myoporum parvifolium* ### Creeping Boobialla   Groundcover with a 2-3m spread and white star-shaped flowers in spring and summer. Plant in full sun to part shade. Lightly prune to encourage dense growth. Useful as a natural mulch, spill-over plant and for habitat gardens. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Olearia phlogopappa* ### Alpine Daisy-bush   Fast growing medium shrub, 1.5m high x 1.5m wide. Masses of flowers in spring. Moist well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Frost hardy. Prune after flowering to promote bushiness. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Oxylobium ellipticum* ### Common Shaggy-pea   Spreading multi-branched shrub to 2m high x 1.5m wide. Golden pea flowers occur profusely in dense clusters during spring and early summer. Best in well-drained soil in an open sunny position. Drought and frost resistant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Ozothamnus diosmifolius * ### Rice Flower   Attractive shrub to 5m. Fine narrow leaves with woolly undersides. Profuse small white flowers over a long period. Best in an open, sunny position in well-drained soil. Prune hard after flowering to encourage bushiness. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Ozothamnus hookeri* ### Kerosene Bush   Small rounded to spreading shrub with greyish-green, scale-like leaves and clusters of small, white flowers in summer. Sunny, well-drained position. To 1.2m high x 1m wide. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Ozothamnus secundiflorus* ### Cascade Everlasting   Aromatic shrub, 50cm-2m high. Dark green leaves. White flowerheads appear in dense clusters along one side of the stem in summer. Well-drained soil. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Phebalium squamulosum* ### Scaly Phebalium   Small to medium shrub, 0.6m-1.5m high. Aromatic leaves and clusters of pretty creamy yellow flowers in spring. Full sun to part shade. Useful for informal hedging and habitat gardens. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Pimelea humilis* ### Dwarf Rice Flower   Upright, suckering sub-shrub to 30cm high x 30cm-1m wide. Creamy white flowers in spring-early summer. Well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Dainty little plant for small gardens, rockeries and borders. Establishes under trees and shrubs. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Pimelia linifolia* ### Slender Rice Flower   Graceful erect shrub to 1m high. Soft thin leaves, tiny white/pink flowers in dense globular terminal heads for most of the year. Prune after flowering to encourage bushiness. Most positions, preferring well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Platylobium formosum* ### Handsome flat-pea   Scrambling low shrub to 0.8mH x 1-1.5mW, dark green, showy veined leaves. Yellow & red pea flowers in spring. For most well-drained soils in sheltered sites. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Prostanthera\_cuneata](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Prostanthera_cuneata.jpeg?width=1024&height=768&name=Prostanthera_cuneata.jpeg) ### *Prostanthera cuneata* ### Alpine Mint Bush   Compact shrub to 50cm high x 1m wide. Dark green aromatic leaves and showy white to mauve flowers in spring and summer. Moist well-drained soil in dappled sunlight. Frost and snow tolerant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Prostanthera incisa* ### Native Thyme   Dense, aromatic shrub. Mauve flowers in spring - summer attract butterflies & birds. Full sun to part shade. Good coastal plant, tolerating clay soils. Drought hardy & frost tolerant once established. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Prostanthera lasianthos* ### Victorian Christmas Bush   Large shrub 3-6mH x 2-3mW. Large green fragrant lance-shaped foliage and white, blue or mauve flowers in summer. Needs partly shady moist well-drained position. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Prostanthera\_rotundifolia](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Prostanthera_rotundifolia.jpeg?width=2000&name=Prostanthera_rotundifolia.jpeg) ### *Prostanthera rotundifolia* ### Native Oregano   Hardy medium shrub to 1.5m high x 1.5m wide. Small round leaves. Profuse purplish flowers in spring. Moist well-drained soil. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Scaevola hookeri * ### Alpine Fan-flower   Diminutive ground hugging plant to 1mW, rooting at nodes. Off-white, mauve or pink fan flowers in spring/summer. Damp or boggy site in part sun. Needs plenty of water. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![stylidium graminifolium](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/stylidium%20graminifolium.jpeg?width=249&height=377&name=stylidium%20graminifolium.jpeg) ### *Stylidium graminifolium* ### Trigger Plant   Tufted perennial to 40cm with grey-green strappy leaves and showy pink flower spikes in spring - summer. Well-drained sunny or partly-shaded position. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Veronica perfoliata* ### Digger’s Speedwell   Tufted native plant to 60cm tall x 1m wide. Arching stems of grey-green leaves with mauve-blue flowers in spring. Light shade in well-drained soil. Prune after flowering. Frost and drought hardy. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Viola betonicfolia* ### Showy Violet   Small tufted plant to 10cm high which reseeds readily. Oblong dark green leaves. The typical violet-shaped flowers in spring are purplish blue. Damp, shady situation. Frost resistant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Viola hederacea* ### Australian Violet   Small native groundcover that spreads to more than 1m. White-violet flowers held high above the leaves appear throughout the year. Moist, shady position. Use as a mow-free lawn in low traffic areas, in hanging baskets or containers. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Wahlenbergia multicaulis* ### Tadgell’s Bluebell   Tufted perennial herb, 10-50cm high. Delicate plant with profuse pale blue flowers along slender stems spring to winter. Well-drained soil in full or part sun. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Wahlenbergia stricta* ### Australian Bluebell   Tall bluebell forming clumps about 0.4mH x 0.3mW with small wavy leaves. Deep or pale blue flowers on slender stems. Sunny site. Will grow in most situations but responds to better conditions. Dies back in winter. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![IMG\_3417](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/IMG_3417.jpeg?width=598&height=600&name=IMG_3417.jpeg) ### *Westringia eremicola* ### Slender Westringia   Erect, open-branched shrub to 1.5m in stony soil and an open, sunny position. Narrow pointed leaves, 15-20mm long, are in whorls of three. Small 6mm mauve flowers for most of the year. Can be pruned to promote compact growth. Frost resistant. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![xerochrysum\_bracteatum](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/xerochrysum_bracteatum.jpeg?width=900&height=600&name=xerochrysum_bracteatum.jpeg) ### *Xerochrysum brachteatum* ### Strawflower   Variable annual or short-lived perennial, to 1m high. Flowerheads in spring - late winter. Moist, well-drained soil in partial sun. A regular light prune encourages more flowers. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) ![Xerochrysum\_viscosum](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Shrubs%20and%20Forbs/Xerochrysum_viscosum.jpeg?width=1200&height=900&name=Xerochrysum_viscosum.jpeg) ### *Xerochrysum viscosum* ### Sticky Everlasting   Dense or straggly herb to 80cm tall x 50cm-1m wide. Showy bright yellow flowers in spring - autumn. Well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Prune to maintain bushy growth. Attracts birds and butterflies. [Back to Top](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/shrubsandforbs#Top) [Back to Species List](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/species-list?hsLang=en) [![Wagtail Banner 2023](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Wagtail%20Banner%202023.png?width=3651&height=888&name=Wagtail%20Banner%202023.png "Wagtail Banner 2023")](https://www.wagtailnativesnursery.com.au/?hsLang=en) Wagtail Natives Nursery Cootralantra NSW 2628 [contact@wagtailnativesnursery.com.au](mailto:contact@wagtailnativesnursery.com.au)   Wagtail Natives Nursery recognises the Ngarigo people as the traditional custodians of the majority of the region we now know as the Snowy Monaro region. We pay respect to knowledge holders and community members of the land and waters and to Elders past, present and emerging. Copyright © 2022 MakeWebBetter All Rights Reserved. [Privacy Policy |](http://www.hubspot.com) [Terms & Condition](http://www.hubspot.com)