Plant Style
Plants for capturing a garden style.
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getting dry style
Stark, sculptural forms underpin the sparse beauty of the dry style garden.
more...getting formal style
Order and geometry rule over nature in the formal garden.
more...10 edible plants for a formal screen
Build formal garden structure AND grow something to nibble at.
more...getting mediterranean style
Want to build a garden with the romance of the Mediterranean?
more...great floors of china
Contemporary paving inspiration from the classical gardens of Suzhou.
more...getting oriental style
It takes a deep understanding of tradition to create a true oriental garden.
more...getting tropical style
You don't have to live in the tropics to have a tropical style garden.
more...getting bush style
A bush garden style isn't built just on native plants.
more...australian christmas natives
Plants for seasonal cheer down under.
more...getting coastal style
Salt winds and sandy soils leave their mark on the coastal style garden.
more...getting cottage style
The cottage garden evokes old-fashioned charm and romance.
more...courtyard gardens
We're seeing more courtyard gardens In the inner city.
more...getting contemporary style
The contemporary garden evolves from modern issues and lifestyle demands.
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Star Bush
Plant type: evergreen shrub
H: 1.5m W: 1m
Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light
Fast Facts
formal style
Strong axial lines create borders for garden beds and paths, with a visual treat – such as an accent plant, sculpture or seat – at the end of an axis.
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