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Ficus Hillii Flash

Ficus Hillii Flash was used to create a lush green backdrop, providing instant privacy from the moment you step out of the front door. This dense, evergreen screen perfectly complements the smaller plantings in front, adding depth and cohesion to the garden design.

• Uses: Hedging and Screening
• Mature Height: 10m - 15m tall (approx). Height can be maintained to desired height.
• Mature Width: 3m - 5m (approx)
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast, around 30-60cm per year (approx) under ideal conditions.
• Form: Upright, dense branching habit
• Foliage: Dark green, glossy leaves, approximately 10cm long and 5cm wide, evergreen.
• Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
• Pruning: Minimal, a few times a year, can be pruned more often to maintain desired height.
• Position & Soil: Full sun to part shade, tolerates most soils, prefers well-drained soil.
• Maintenance: Low

Ficus Hillii Flash is an excellent choice for privacy and noise reduction due to its dense foliage and fast growth habit.

Betula Pendula Moss White - Silver Birch

To evoke an enchanted forest look, Betula Pendula Moss White was planted in clusters of three, using 400L stock for maximum and instant impact. The distinctive white bark and delicate foliage add a striking, magical element to the garden, enhancing its overall aesthetic. Their distinctive white bark and lush green foliage contribute to the enchanting ambiance and aesthetic appeal of the landscape.

• Uses: Ornamental, shade, windbreak
• Mature Height: 15-24 meters
• Mature Width: 6-12 meters
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Form: Upright, pyramidal when young, later rounded with drooping branches
• Foliage: Delicate, light green, triangular leaves
• Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
• Pruning: Late winter/early spring for dead/diseased branches, thinning as needed
• Position & Soil: Sunny to partially shaded, adaptable to various soils
• Maintenance: Requires regular watering, mulching, balanced fertilizer in spring, and pest/disease inspections

Buxus Japonica Balls

Buxus Japonica Balls were planted in groups of three in the Prahran project to add a touch of formality and structure to the garden. Their rounded, evergreen form provides a classic contrast to the more naturalistic plantings, enhancing the garden’s overall design with timeless elegance.

• Uses: Formal borders, topiary, container planting
• Mature Height: 0.5m - 1.5m tall (approx) depending on the variety.
• Mature Width: 0.5m - 1.5m (approx)
• Growth Rate: Slow, around 10-20cm per year (approx) under ideal conditions.
• Form: Compact, rounded, easily shaped into topiary
• Foliage: Small, glossy, dark green leaves, evergreen.
• Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
• Pruning: Requires regular pruning to maintain shape, can be pruned more often for detailed topiary work.
• Position & Soil: Full sun to part shade, prefers well-drained soil, tolerates a variety of soil types.
• Maintenance: Moderate

Buxus balls add a touch of elegance and formality to any garden, providing a classic, sculptural element that works well in borders or containers.

Ligularia Reniformia - Tractor Seat Plant

In the Prahran project, Ligularia was used as underplanting beneath the Moss White Birch, alongside Buxus balls and Arthropodium. This combination creates a cohesive, low-maintenance landscape with added texture and vibrant pops of yellow, making it an ideal choice for shaded garden areas.

• Uses: Shade gardens, ground cover, moisture-loving areas
• Mature Height: 0.5m - 1m tall (approx)
• Mature Width: 0.5m - 1m (approx)
• Growth Rate: Moderate, around 20-40cm per year (approx) under ideal conditions.
• Form: Rounded, with large, bold leaves and striking flowers
• Foliage: Large, round, dark green leaves with a leathery texture, evergreen in mild climates.
• Evergreen/Deciduous: Semi-evergreen, may lose leaves in colder climates.
• Pruning: Minimal, remove spent flowers and damaged leaves to maintain appearance.
• Position & Soil: Part shade to full shade, prefers moist, well-drained soil.
• Maintenance: Low to moderate

Ligularia, with its bold foliage and vibrant yellow flowers, thrives in shady, moist areas, adding a dramatic touch to the garden with its robust form and unique appearance.

Laurus Nobilis 'Miles Choice' - Bay Tree

In the Prahran project, Laurus Nobilis was planted along the driveway to add a vibrant touch of greenery and a pleasant fragrance to the garden. These trees will eventually be pleached, creating a stunning, formal avenue that enhances the elegance and structure of the landscape.

• Uses: Hedging, feature tree, formal gardens
• Mature Height: 8m - 12m tall (approx). Height can be maintained to desired height.
• Mature Width: 3m - 5m (approx)
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate, around 20-40cm per year (approx) under ideal conditions.
• Form: Dense, upright, rounded form
• Foliage: Dark green, aromatic leaves, approximately 6cm long, evergreen.
• Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
• Pruning: Minimal, can be pruned regularly to maintain shape or hedge form.
• Position & Soil: Full sun to part shade, prefers well-drained soil, tolerates a variety of soil types.
• Maintenance: Low

Laurus Nobilis 'Miles Choice' is a versatile and hardy choice, ideal for creating formal hedges or as a standalone feature tree. Its dense foliage adds structure and evergreen appeal to any garden.

Smaller Shrubs

To enhance the landscape, we carefully selected a variety of smaller shrubs for the project, including:

🌿 Arthropodium: Charming shrubs with strap-like leaves and delicate white flowers, ideal for ground cover.

🌿 Fatsia Japonica: Exotic shrubs with large, glossy leaves, suitable for both full sun and shade.

🌿 Tractor Seat Plants (Ligularia reniformis): Robust perennials with round leaves, thriving in moist, shady areas and featuring striking yellow flowers.

🌿 Helleborus orientalis: Elegant shrubs, also known as Lenten Rose, with downward-facing blooms in various colors, perfect for shade-loving areas.

🌿 Hydrangea quercifolia: Dramatic shrubs with large, oak-like foliage and cone-shaped flowers, thriving in partial shade.

🌿 Buxus japonica: Classic Japanese Boxwood, a popular choice for neat hedges and borders, offering dense evergreen foliage.

These carefully chosen smaller shrubs added texture, color, and structure to the landscape, creating a visually captivating and well-balanced design. 

For more information, please contact us or send your plant schedules to sales@evergreentrees.com.au.