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YOUR SOURCE FOR NATIVES IN CANBERRA
 

Welcome.

We proudly stock THE largest range of Australian Native Plants in the ACT and surrounds. 


We specialise in local species as well as hardy and cold tolerant natives, and carry a large range of native plant varieties, ranging in size from tubestock to 200mm, plus a growing range of advanced stock.

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Covid is still affecting Canberra and whilst the restrictions have eased, we continue to practise safe Covid measures including social distancing and mask wearing where appropriate. 

MERRY CHRISTMAS
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Merry Christmas to all our customers and friends.  Thanks for your support throughout 2024 and we hope you have a safe and happy holiday season.  We are open between Christmas and New Year at reduced hours for your convenience as below.
 
 
CHRISTMAS TRADING HOURS 2024
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25th Dec 2024        CLOSED
26th Dec 2024        CLOSED
27th Dec 2024  10am to 2pm
28th Dec 2024  10am to 2pm

29th Dec 2024  10am to 2pm​

30th Dec 2024  10am to 2pm

31st Dec 2024  10am to 2pm

  1st Jan 2025        CLOSED

Normal Trading from 2nd Jan 2025​​​​​​​​

CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS UNTIL MARCH 2025
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Additional roadworks are now required on Beltana Road so roadworks in Pialligo will continue until March 2025 but we are still OPEN.  Beltana Road is TWO WAY.  The entry hasnt changed but there is a new exit at the other end of the road near Rodney's Nursery. 

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GROWING NATIVE PLANTS IN THE CANBERRA REGION
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Growing conditions in Canberra can be extreme. Canberra is typically hot and dry in summer, and wet and cold in Winter.  Canberra is also known for its clay soils but there are several different soil types in Canberra, from shale-based clays to alkaline clays and non-alkaline clays.  Many gardens also have improved soils which will have bought in soils added to their natural soil.

Soil type and conditions can be a problem when growing native plants but their is always plenty of choice.  Alkaline soils will limit the choice of Proteaceae species such as Grevilleas, Banksias, Hakeas, etc.  But most of the other species will be fine, for example, Acacia, Callistemon, Correa, Crowea, Westringia, Leptospermum, Melaleuca and most daisies.

Even more important than soil type is creating drainage in your garden beds.  This is easily achieved by creating mounded garden beds whenever possible.  Clay is not a bad thing.  It holds nutrients which can feed plants. But in many cases, having additional drainage in the top 150mm - 300mm will improve the chances of success with native plants that are not tolerant of heavy soils.

When you come into the nursery, we can help show you a range of plants that will be suitable for your soil type to help you minimise failures.
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