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Gaura are deservedly popular perennials because they are so easy to grow and compliment many popular Australian garden styles across most climatic zones. ‘Lillipop™ Soda Pop’ grows equally well in sunny gardens, garden pots and larger baskets. Wands of butterfl y-like pure white fl owers are borne on fresh green foliage in abundance in Spring, Summer and Autumn, dancing in any wind that blows, a truly delightful effect.

Excellent in containers around patios, on terraces and barbeque areas or sunny garden borders.

Plant in nutrient rich and free draining soil in sunny areas. Mulch around the plant and water regularly and this plant will give great performance for several years. Very little water is needed from then on once it is established. Prune back if looking shabby SIZE to encourage more fl owers to develop. 40cmH 30cmW

Aloe Pink Blush would look gorgeous

planted in a medium pot. The plant itself is star shaped with a pleasant ripple texture, and it’s leaves feature a mix of green, white and rosy pink stripes. An attractive orange fl ower will appear during Spring to Summer.

SIZE 15cmH 30cmW

The cheeky orange fl owers on Echeveria Dondo will certainly brighten up your day. Flowering during Summer, this little succulent will surely bring your home and garden lots of cheer. It’s a small and compact plant with lush grey-green leaves and will suit a small-medium decorative pot. Water occasionally and pop in the sun. Plant in Searles Cacti & Succulent Specialty Mix.

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Full sun loving deep red fl owers adorn the top of this vibrant dianthus hybrid. Makes for a great statement piece in the middle of a large tub or in the landscape along side Dragons Breath Celosia.

This rainforest tree is fast growing and bears pretty-pink fl owers in Spring & Summer. Usually little taller than 6m in sunny gardens, it's adaptable to a range of soils but likes good drainage. Can tolerate moderate frosts but dislikes strong winds. Attracts butterfl ies.

SIZE 30cmH

Salvia Salvatore Blue – Taller spike with the deepest of blue colour. Salvatore fl owers from late Spring right into Autumn. Tough and hardy and attracts the pollinators to your garden.

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