| Description | Ulmus parvifolia
The bark of the Chinese Elm is a real stand out feature, as the tree sheds it in patches, creating the effect of a tapestry of varying browns and greys. Foliage is lush, shiny and green, and the tree is semi deciduous, turning golden in autumn, and keeping its leaves in warmer areas. It has also been noted by many Aussie gardeners in recent years that native birds enjoy the fruit of the Chinese Elm. | Hylotelephium spectabile 'Autumn Joy'
Stunning succulent cottage plant with large, pink flower heads
• Flowers throughout summer and autumn
• Fleshy green leaves that bronze, dying down in cold climates & returning in the spring
• Prefers full sun and will tolerate a range of soil types, excluding soggy soils | Gardenia augusta
Florida is one of the best gardenias available, producing masses of perfumed flowers on a hardy plant.
- Beautifully scented
- Prolific flowering
- Great for low landscaping
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| Content | Video: Chinese Elms as a beautiful, medium size feature tree for a tough spot
| | Gardenias are warm climate plants, which are at their best in a mild, humid climate. They are seen to perfection in frost-free areas north of Sydney and Perth, but will grow in cooler areas like Melbourne in a warmer, protected position. |
| Additional information |
| botanical name |
Ulmus parvifolia
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| height x width |
8m x 8m
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| features |
Small glossy dark-green leaves with silvery serrated edges, they are semi evergreen with the leaves turning yellow and staying on the tree until late winter, the bark is very attractive and mottled grey, green, orange and brown
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| conditions |
Very hardy, prefers full sun in well-drained soil, good for planting in poor soil
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| landscape use |
Street planting, avenues, urban planting, specimen, group planting, avenues
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| height x width |
60cm x 40cm
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| conditions |
Full sun in well-drained soil
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| landscape use |
Specimen, mixed garden beds, pots
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