-
This plant is only to be used indoors Janet Craig (dracaena Fragrans) Common name Janet Craig Description A very reliable variety that has striking, large deep green strappy foliage. In multi planted situation it has the capacity to enhance the variegation of other plants and can tolerate the full spectrum of light conditions, from low to high. A large single specimen is also very striking. Light conditions will dictate the amount of water it requires but in most instances Janet Craigs prefer to have slightly dry soil. Size Small, Medium, Large Light requirement low - high -
For short term use indoors or outdoors Japanese Bonsai Conifer Common name Bonsai Description We have very limited numbers of this option. They have mainly been used as features during Chinese New Year’s events. They look fantastic in a high gloss red pot. Size Medium Light requirement Indoors / Outdoors -
This plant is only to be used indoorsIndoor/outdoor use
Cauri Pine (agathis australis) Common name Cauri Sometimes spelt with a K - Kauri Description The Kauri is a fantastic specimen for indoors though its true origins are from the rain forests of New Zealand where it grows to an immense height and girth. Its timbers then used for fine furniture manufacture and interior fit outs. It is disease resistant and has adapted well to indoor use. Similar to the grown habit of a Ficus it has small, dark foliage that has a bronze tinge when new, it also produces a light white coating on the foliage which acts as natural sun screen. It can on occasion look like the plant is dusty. Size Medium, Large Light requirement high - full sun -
This plant is only to be used indoors Kentia Palm (Howea Forsteriana) Common name Kentia Palm Description A very long established variety originating from Lord Howe Island where production continues today. They graced the foyers and other stately rooms of many 19 century Mansions where they were used as feature displays because of their regal upright growth habit and their graceful spreading deep green foliage. They are an extremely hearty variety and are usually multi planted to give full coverage foliage from the base of their nursery pot, in the industry they are called Multi Kentias. Size Medium, Large Light requirement low - high -
For short term use indoors or outdoors Long term use outdoors Sysigium Myrtaceace Common name Lilly Pilly Description This option can be a standalone plant but is more commonly used either in troughs to create a hedge or as a medium option when grouping plants as it’s a very good filler variety. Size Medium 1000mm – 1500mm Light requirement Indoors / Outdoors -
This plant is only to be used indoors Marginata (dracaena marginata) Common name Dragon Tree Description Another well-established indoor variety, the Dracaena Marginata is best suited to a single feature planting because of its sculptural assets. Most are multi stemmed planted with the stems usually either straight or sculptured. Regardless of their cane form they are very striking with their sharp appearance but soft touch Size Small, Medium, Large Light requirement medium - high -
For short term use indoors or outdoors Long term use outdoors Olive Olea Paniculata Common name Olive Tree Description Currently a very popular option at food and wine events and corporate functions. We stock a small leaf, upright version as we find most areas have limited space. We also have access to larger more spreading forms. Size Medium, Large Light requirement Indoors / Outdoors -
This plant is only to be used indoors Pothos Totem (Epipremnum aureum) Common name Pothos – Devils Ivy Description Despite becoming very hard to source they are still a very popular option as they have a nice compact growth habit with striking heart shaped foliage that has some mottled colour variation to add a bit of impact. They are best used as a feature display or where space is at a premium. Size Medium, Large Light requirement medium high -
This plant is only to be used indoors Raphis Palm (raphis excelsa) Common name Lady Finger Description They have one of the most structurally complex leaf forms in the palm world and cover all of the design requirements for the ultimate plant. Dense foliage, compact growth habit, interesting trunk texture and form, deep green, glossy foliage etc. Their Achilles heel is Mealy bug, cleaning in high traffic areas and trimming can be arduous and needs to be done with pinking shears to maintain the visual integrity of the leaf. They work best as a feature but can also be used in troughs to create a hedge affect. Size Small, Medium, Large Light requirement medium - high -
This plant is only to be used indoors Sanseveria (Sanseveria dracaenaceae) Common name mother in law's tongue, Snake Plant Description A very hearty, long established variety that really lends itself to the current architectural trends in office design. Mass planting as an architectural feature is this plants strongest point not only because of its upright form but also the varying coloured striations on its foliage. Size Small, Medium, Large Light requirement medium - high -
This plant is only to be used indoors Seifritzii (chamaedora elegans) Common name Bamboo Palm Description Named because they are of the Bamboo family but with a similar foliage form to palms, they are one of the most widely used indoor plants. They are a good stand-alone option where space is at a premium as they have an upright grown habit but work best when they are used in a trough with a different species centre planting. Size Medium, Large Light requirement medium - high -
This plant is only to be used indoors Selloum (Philodendron Selloum) Common name Selloum Description The Philodendron Selloum belongs to the Araceae family. They have foliage simular to the Monsteria plant or more commonly known as Elephant Ears. The Selloums foliage is somewhat more tender and of a lighter green. They are sometime hard to source as a stock line – especially in our winter months due to cold burn in transit. Size Small, Medium Light requirement low - high
