Zanthorrea Nursey – Our Plants

Zanthorrea Nursery Specialises In Australian Plants

Australian native plants are well known for their unique beauty. Long neglected as garden plants in Western Australia, they have had a recent surge in popularity as water-wise alternatives to traditional garden plants. Plant breeders, both in Australia and overseas are developing cultivars and hybrids with wide appeal. As well as looking spectacular in the contemporary or bush garden, our local flora is highly attractive to birds and other native animals.

All the plants we grow on site are potted on by hand and our nursery meets Both NIASA (Nursery Industry Accreditation Scheme Australia) and SGA (Sustainable Gardening Australia) standards.

PLANT OF THE MONTH

Pimelea ferruginea - Rice Flower

Pimelea ferruginea is a lovely, S.W. W.A. shrub that is hardier than it looks! Its naturally rounded growth habit and small glossy, dark green leaves, crowded along the stems ensure it looks great even when not in flower. In winter through to spring, it puts on a spectacular display of dense flower heads in shades of pink and crisp white. These blooms attract native pollinators and butterflies to your garden. Plant in full sun or part shade, but free draining soil is a must. Will tolerate highly alkaline soil making it a great choice for coastal gardens. Use as a low border, mass planting or a colour pop in a mixed gardens, also great in pots! The only maintenance you need to do on this little gem is a bit of dead-heading as the flowers finish.

We currently have a selection of rice flowers in stock, including the straight ferruginea species which has pale pink flowers and a number of cultivars including:

‘Bonne Petite’ – a compact variety with vivid pink flowers and only grows to about 50cm H and 50cm W

‘Magenta Mist’ – with vibrant magenta pink flowers growing to about 1m H x 1m W

‘Alba’ – clean white flowers and grows to about 1m H x 1m W

‘Sunset Blush’ – pink flowers fringed with white, up to 1m h X 1m W

‘Snowball’ – White flowers 1m H x 60cm W

$1 from the sale of each plant will be donated to Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and all the great work they do helping our native animals.

Featured Plants

PERTH NURSERY PLANTS

Grevillea 'Spirit of ANZAC'

Grevillea ‘Spirit of ANZAC’, is a tough, resilient evergreen shrub that was bred by Kings Park and released 2015 to mark the centenary of the ANZAC landing at Gallipoli. This bird-attracting powerhouse features a compact, upright growth habit and deep red flowers, set against soft, silvery-green divided foliage for most of the year. Plant in in full sun with good drainage, to ensure maximum flower production and a dense habit. Frost and drought hardy once established and requiring only minimal pruning to keep it neat, this Grevillea is great for low maintenance gardens.
2.5m H x 2m W

Stirling Wax

Chamelaucium ciliatum
Another delightful small SW WA shrub that is often overshadowed by its bigger cousin, the Geraldton Wax. It has small, crowded aromatic leaves and, depending on pruning, can have an open or bushy growth habit. The small wax flowers open white and age to a deep red/pink giving an eye-catching display of different colours on the bush at the same time. Prefers full sun and free draining soil.
1m H x 1m W

Prostrate Zieria

Zieria prostrata This charming ground cover from NSW may be endangered in the wild, but it is surprisingly tough and reliable in gardens. Its lush, dark green, aromatic leaves and low, spreading habit create a dense carpet-like finish which forms an attractive dense mat to supress weeds and soften hard garden edges. In spring, it produces pretty, pale pink/white star flowers which attract butterflies and other pollinators. While it loves the sun, an afternoon shade position is appreciated in scorching Perth summers. Zieria prostrata is a rewarding and easy care addition to your garden.
10cm H x 1m W

Finger Lime

Citrus australasica An iconic and unique Australian bush tucker plant that is easy to grow in most gardens or added to your existing fruit orchard. The elongated fruit are filled with luxurious caviar-like pearls which burst in your mouth releasing an intense citrus flavour. It can be cared for like most other citrus with soil rich in organic matter, regular water and feeding for reliable fruiting. It can be slow growing, but will produce fruits when still young.
4m H x 4m W

Calytrix acutifolia

Calytrix acutifolia is a versatile Western Australian native with an open growth habit of soft, narrow, aromatic leaves on graceful, slightly arching branches. From late winter through to early summer, it is transformed into a cream-coloured cloud of flowers which are busy with bees and other pollinators. Tolerates full sun or part shade, but more sun generally leads to a more profuse flowering display. Will grow in most soil types and can tolerant short periods of water-logging. Drought and moderately frost hardy once established. A light tip prune after flowering is an optional maintenance job to encourage a more dense, bushy form.
1.5m H x 1m W

Red Lechenaultia

Lechenaultia formosa prostrate red A small WA native that commands big attention from late autumn to late spring, when it becomes smothered in a spectacular display of scarlet red flowers. Good drainage and air flow are essential when planting in the ground, but it is also a great choice for a pop of colour in pots.
15cm H x 50cm W

Plant Availability

Chasing down some Australian plants for your garden? Contact Us through our web form with your list and we can let you know current availability, sizes and even alternatives or substitutes if you like.

For suggested plants that may work well in your garden, have a look at our Info Sheet section. Matching the right plant for soil types and the amount of sun is key to the success of any garden. 🙂

What else is at Zanthorrea Nursery?

Native Tubestock

A big range of tubestock, with an extended range in Autumn to Spring. $5.95 each, or for 9 and above $5.40 each.

Vegetable Seedlings

We love growing our own veges and like to have a big selection for our customers.

Exotic Plants

A select range of exotic plants we have found to grow well in Perth, including South Africa's stunning proteas.

155 Watsonia Road, Maida Vale, Western Australia 6057.