| Hovea elliptica (Tree Hovea)
- Despite the common name this plant is not usually a tree although it does grow as a large shrub in its natural environment in the Karri and Jarrah forests of Western Australia.
- In Melbourne it typically grows as a slender, narrow and wispy shrub of around two to three metres high.
- Best in morning or filtered sun and grows well under established trees.
- Deep purple-blue pea flowers are produced for many weeks in spring and are truly spectacular.
- Generally tolerates moderate frosts.
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Aphanopetalum resinosum (Gum Vine)
- Glossy young bronze growth that matures to deep green leaves and the dainty creamy-green flowers are features of this attractive rainforest scrambler.
- A variable plant that may adopt a climbing habit in a shaded garden, or a more compact and shrub-like habit if given more sun. Usually maintains foliage to near ground level.
- While it grows best in a shady location, it will tolerate some sun also.
- Moist soils are preferred although it will generally adapt well to drier conditions once established.
- Prefers well-drained soils.
- Gives good cover to wire fences.
- Tolerates light frosts
- NSW, Qld
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Chorizema cordatum (Varium)
- Truly spectacular in flower, this small shrub has the unlikely combination of yellow, orange and bright pink flowers in spring.
- It has a rambling habit of growth and a height of around 1 metre and wide.
- A tendency to climb through other shrubs can be used to excellent effect if planted with other taller-growing shrubs or with other supported climbers that flower at the same time. Hovea elliptica, or Hibbertia empetrifolia would all work well.
- Prune after flowering
- Prefers a moderately sunny or semi-shaded site with good drainage but otherwise fairly adaptable.
- WA
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Darwinia citriodora (Lemon-scented Myrtle)
- This small to medium shrub is easily-grown in a range of soils and aspects but dislikes poor drainage.
- Attractive, waxy, greyish foliage has a wonderfully fruity aroma when crushed.
- Orange flowers are produced from late autumn through to summer. Nectar-feeding birds love these flowers.
- Filtered sun preferred but adaptable.
- May be pruned and is suitable as a low hedge.
- A groundcover selection is also available.
- WA
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Micromyrtus ciliata (Fringed Heath-myrtle)
- This is an extremely variable dwarf shrub and there are many selections available for gardens.
- Selections include narrow, upright forms, rounded and bushy forms and there are low and spreading forms also available.
- Masses of white flowers are produced in spring and may develop pink tinges as the flowers age.
- The selection pictured has white flowers that age to red.
- Butterfly-attracting plant.
- Generally frost-tolerant
- Vic, NSW and SA
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