River Saltbush (Atriplex amnicola) thrives in harsh environments, with spear-shaped leaves and high tolerance for salinity and waterlogging, ideal for landscapes facing tough conditions. Grows to 1.5 metres.

Commonly mixed with other saltbush types to promote biodiversity and support ecological restoration, proving invaluable for both agriculture and conservation efforts.

Erect, compact shrub growing to 2.5 metres, the Robin redbreast bush, or Melaleuca lateritia, has soft, narrow green foliage and thrives in sandy well-drained soils. Admired for its  reddish orange bottlebrush flowers that bloom from spring through summer, which often attract nectar-loving birds like honeyeaters. 

It grows in the Perth area and surrounds, is low maintenance and drought tolerant once established. Great for habitat, attracting pollinators and all local gardens.

Allocasuarina huegeliana commonly known as rock she-oak is a graceful and hardy WA native, reaching heights of 4-10 metres. It features fine, dark green needle-like branchlets and a narrow, upright form making it well-suited for screening, wind breaks, habitat corridors, shelterbelts and planting into a dry landscape.

This species is drought tolerant, once established, and thrives in sandy or gravelly soils, including rocky outcrops. Its dense canopy provides valuable habitat and nesting sites for birds, while its deep roots help stabilise soil and prevent erosion.

She-oaks make a wonderful wispy sound when the wind blows through their foliage.

Bring bold beauty to your garden with Eucalyptus rhodantha, the stunning Rose Mallee known for it's large, deep pink to red flowers and silvery, round foliage and large seed pods. This rare and eye catching native is perfect for making a statement, attracting birds and pollinators while thriving in dry, well-drained soils.

Its compact size (growing up to 4m) and drought tolerance make it ideal for modern, low-maintenance landscapes. Add a touch of the extraordinary with Eucalyptus rhodantha - a showstopper in any garden.

Melaleuca lanceolata, commonly known as Rottnest Teatree, is a hardy, long-lives large shrub or small tree valued for its adaptability and attractive features. It typically grows from 3-10 metres, with dense, dark green foliage and papery bark. In summer, it produces masses of creamy white, bottlebrush-like flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Highly tolerant of coastal winds, salt spray, drought, and poor soils, Melaleuca lanceolata is ideal for windbreaks, screening and habitat planting, providing excellent shelter with a dense canopy for native wildlife.

Commonly called round leaved mallee, Eucalyptus orbifolia is a small tree, growing 2 to 5 metres, from central WA features distinctive grey-green rounded leaves, and clusters of pale yellow blossoms that attract birds, bees and other pollinators. Its eye-catching foliage is perfect for creating an attractive focal point in your outdoor space.

The round leaved mallee is known for its attractive reddish shedding bark, described as 'minniritchi', continually peeling in curls to expose lighter back underneath.

Ideal for those seeking a low-maintenance addition to their garden, Eucalyptus orbifolia thrives with minimal care. Its slow growth rate ensures that it remains manageable, while its unique appearance continues to captivate throughout the seasons.

Introducing the Salt Lake Honey Myrtle (Melaleuca thyoides), its evergreen interesting scale-like leaves and brush flowers, ranging from cream to yellow and occasionally pink. Ideal for screening, habitat and food for local birds and adds diversity to rewilding on your property.

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Salt Lake Honey Myrtle symbolises resilience. It thrives under diverse conditions, from coastal environments to inland heat, showing remarkable drought and frost tolerance. This plant's ability to stabilise sandy soils makes it a key player in landscape design, ensuring a verdant sanctuary in all weather.

Its foliage shelters numerous bird and insect species, enriching your garden with vibrant wildlife.

Melaleuca cuticularis, also known as the saltwater paperbark, is a hardy and attractive small tree (7 metres) ideal for wet or saline environments, but also thrives in sandy clay, loamy clay and clay soils. It grows along our coast line from Perth around to Esperance.

With its distinctive white papery bark, lush green foliage and creamy white bottlebrush flowers, it adds beauty and function to landscapes.

Saltwater Paperbark is perfect for eco-friendly gardening, requiring little water and minimal care. Adaptable to both sunny and shaded areas, it helps maintain ecological balance by fostering local ecosystems. This versatile shrub offers both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits, making it a superb choice for sustainable landscapes.

Discover the Sand Wattle Myrtle (Melaleuca thymoides), known for its creamy yellow brush flowers and resilient nature. Growing from 1-2 metres it will fit into most gardens. Flourishing in the Perth hills area, this low shrub is a testament to both beauty and endurance, with its lance-shaped aromatic leaves and distinctive branches bringing a unique charm to landscapes.

It thrives in diverse conditions, from sandy soils to wet depressions, making it a versatile addition to eco-conscious landscapes. By integrating the Sand Wattle Myrtle into your garden, you're aiding local wildlife and contributing to conservation efforts.

As it flourishes, your outdoor area becomes a haven for birds and insects, enriching your connection with nature.

The Sandhill Honey Myrtle, or Melaleuca adnata, is an embodiment of resilience and natural beauty, integral to the Australian environment. Flowers bloom in stunning shades from creamy-white to yellowish, drawing in bees and birds, creating a vibrant ecosystem. This plant is a master of adaptation, thriving in various landscapes, serving as a natural barrier against wind and erosion with its diverse growth from a lush shrub to a small tree.

This species is crucial for soil stability and wildlife sanctuary, enhancing your space's ecological value.

The Sandpaper Wattle, or Acacia Denticulosa, stands as a masterpiece of natural artistry, blending function and form in its design. Characterized by its sandpaper-like phyllodes and a sturdy stem, this flora is not just visually stunning but also embodies resilience. Its foliage, ranging from light to bluish-green, alongside serene-hued bark, showcases nature's diverse palette.

Ideal for backyards, the Sandpaper Wattle can reach up to 7 meters, providing a lush refuge for wildlife and acting as a natural shield against harsh weather. It flourishes in sandy to loamy soils, suited for coastal areas. With vibrant yellow flowers that herald the arrival of spring, it transforms any garden into a lively ecosystem.

This plant epitomizes sustainable beauty with its low water needs and minimal upkeep. It's particularly effective for soil erosion control, positioning itself as an eco-friendly champion. The Sandpaper Wattle doesn't just beautify spaces; it serves a critical role in enhancing biodiversity and promoting environmental health, making it a symbol of ecological stewardship.

10 Perth local native plants

This selection includes 10 native species that mature between 2 and 8 metres, ideal for creating privacy screens, windbreaks, or habitat corridors along property edges. The diverse mix supports local wildlife, including birds and pollinators, enhancing your garden's biodiversity.

What's included:

• 10 plants grown in biodegradable coir pots
• Species native to the Perth & surrounds region
• Plants suited to sandy soils and dry summers
• Varied foliage and heights creating diverse corridor

Why choose native plants? Native species are well-adapted to local conditions, requiring less water and maintenance.They provide essential habitat and food sources for native fauna, contributing to a healthier ecosystem.

What plants are included?
Melaleuca radula (graceful honeymyrtle), Melaleuca cuticularis (swamp paperbark), Melaleuca hamulosa, Melaleuca nesophila, Melaleuca viminea (mohan), Acacia acuminata (raspberry jam), Acacia saligna (golden wreath wattle), Acacia lasiocalyx (silver wattle), Casuarina obesa (swamp sheoak), Allocasuarina huegeliana (rock sheoak), Eucalyptus orbifolia (round leaved mallee), Eucalyptus drummondii (drummonds gum), Eucalyptus erythrocorys (Illyarrie), Callistemon phoeniceus (lesser bottlebrush), Calothamnus quadrifidus (onesided bottlebrush)

Hakea petiolaris, or sea-urchin hakea, is a commonly seen hakea in the Perth hills bushland. It is a distinctive small tree (6m) with board leaves, open branches, woody seed pods and large pink/purple sea urchin-like flowers. Flowers mainly in winter to spring attracting pollinators to your garden.

Great addition to you native garden, adding height and texture, while enhancing local biodiversity.

Melaleuca nesophila commonly known as Showy honey-myrtle because of it's long flowering time with beautifully pink to purple pom-pom flowers. Attractive ever-green aromatic foliage growing up to 4 metres.

A native that ticks all the boxes in terms of providing resources for birds and insects, while adding beauty into your garden. The showy honey-myrtle is also used for screening.

Allocasurina campestris is a dense, erect shrub that grows to 1-3 metres. It has similar foliage to other she-oaks but with a more upright character, which makes it an interesting feature in your garden. It grows in gravelly sandy soils so is perfect in a difficult area.

Works well for screening, wind breaks and part of a habitat corridor, providing shelter and resources for native birds and other animals.

Silver gimlet or Eucalyptus campaspe grows from 3 to 10 metres and has smooth, shiny, silver to coppery bark and twisted stems. It gets its name from its grey green foliage that gives a silver appearance.

Flowering occurs between January and March and the flowers are white. Silver gimlet grows into a beautiful tree that's not too big to be grown along a fence line or as a feature tree.

Eucalyptus crucis, commonly known as silver mallee, is a stunning and resilient small tree or multi-stemmed mallee that brings both beauty and hardiness to your property. With striking silver-blue foliage and reddish 'minnirichi' bark which curls exposing green bark underneath, adding a distinctive, ornamental touch. It's aromatic leaves, graceful form and large creamy/yellow flowers attract birds and pollinators enhancing biodiversity.

Only growing up to 8 metres it can be grown in any sized garden.

Acacia lasiocalyx, commonly known as the silver wattle is an open often weeping large shrub, growing into an attractive tree of 5 meters. It has long thin leaf-like foliage showing its weeping character. It has a large amount of flowers from late winter into spring with yellow wattle flowers.

The Silver wattle would work well in a screen habitat corridor, providing shelter and resources for birds and insects.

Small leaf bluebush also known as Maireana brevifolia, is a charming, low-growing bushy shrub. Known for it's delicate trailing habit and fine, fleshy leaves. It has star-shaped flowers in Spring. It's compact size and rounded nature make it ideal for rockeries, informal hedges, screening.

Loves growing in our Perth soils, can grow in any difficult spot. Small leaf bluebush adds diversity and provides resources for our local birds and insects.

Kunzea glabrescens, also known as spearwood, is a stunning and hardy medium shrub (2-4m) that makes a striking addition to your garden. With its fine, aromatic foliage and soft yellow bottlebrush like flowers that bloom in spring, it attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Naturally found in the Perth and surrounding areas, it thrives in well drained soils and adapts well to coastal or inland conditions.

Ideal for native landscaping, screening, erosion control, Kunzea glabrescens offers low-maintenance beauty and ecological benefits.