OZBREED’S MOST POPULAR NEW NATIVE SHRUBS AND GROUNDCOVERS

This insight was revealed during a record-breaking AILA webinar attended by over 500 professionals, focusing on "Right Plant, Right Place." These top performers are not just beautiful but are also designed to endure harsh conditions, including drought, making them the go-to choice for your next project.

Below are some of the exciting new plants from Ozbreed that landscape professionals are eager to specify in their upcoming projects.

Variegated Mundi™ Westringia fruticosa ‘WES09’ PBR.

Variegated Mundi™ Westringia is not just visually appealing, it's an incredibly tough groundcover plant. It thrives along the coast in salt-laden winds but also flourishes inland in moderate to heavy frost regions. Perfect for both coastal and inland applications, it’s an excellent choice for those seeking low-maintenance yet durable plants.

Coastal Pink™ Correa alba ‘COR10’ PBR.

Coastal Pink™ Correa is a new pink-flowered form of the popular coastal Correa alba. It features a strong growth habit and works well as a medium shrub or hedge, making it perfect for coastal bird-attracting landscapes. It tolerates drought and frost, thriving in reasonably drained soil but adaptable to most soil types.

Blue Horizon™ Eremophila glabra prostrate ‘EREM1’ PBR.

Blue Horizon™ Eremophila offers a denser ground cover with tidy blue-grey foliage and beautiful yellow flowers in winter. It is ideal for mass plantings and gardens, providing a low, attractive border. This plant prefers free-draining soil but can handle heavier soils in drier climates.

Space Saver™ Melaleuca armillaris ‘MELA01’ PBR.

Space Saver™ Melaleuca is a narrow, fastigiate shrub perfect for compact garden spaces. Its fine leaves make small spaces appear larger, and its masses of elegant white flowers enhance privacy. Foliage remains dense from 30 cm above the ground, making it an excellent choice for creating a lush, private landscape.

Ground Hug™ Myoporum insulare ‘MYIN01’ PBR Intended.

Ground Hug™ Myoporum insulare is one of the most cost-effective and useful plants for budget-conscious landscapers. With a spread of 2-4 meters and a height of only 10-30 cm, this plant is perfect for covering untidy objects or creating unique landscape designs. It thrives in various conditions, including drought, frost and moderate flooding, making it a versatile addition to any landscape.

Aussie Hedge Bush™ Rhagodia spinescens ‘SAB01’ PBR Intended.

Aussie Hedge Bush™ is a low to no irrigation native hedge with trimmable blue-grey tight foliage for easy maintenance. It can be shaped into balls or squares or left in its natural shrub form. This ultra-tough shrub requires little care and is widespread across Australia, making it a reliable choice for creating a durable, attractive landscape.

At Ozbreed, plants undergo rigorous testing to ensure they are low-fuss, functional, and reliable. Don't miss out on these top-performing plants as voted by landscape professionals. Enhance your next project with Ozbreed's most popular new native shrubs and groundcovers!

Explore Best Plants website and input your preferences, such as "full sun," "specimen planting," "playgrounds," and much more. Alternatively, you can reach out to Ozbreed's Horticulture expert, Daniel Fuller, directly at horticulture@ozbreed.com.au to learn more about new Ozbreed plants.