Star Jasmine is beloved for its intoxicating fragrance that transforms fences, arches, and pergolas into living features while creating stunning vertical displays in Western Cape gardens. This versatile evergreen climber provides year-round structure with its glossy foliage, while the profusion of starry white blooms in spring and summer fills the garden with heavenly scent. It can also be clipped into hedges or used as groundcover, making it one of the most adaptable climbers for entrances, patios, and pergolas. Plant 1.5-2m apart for screening or use as specimen plants against walls and structures. Feed annually in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer and ensure well-drained soil enriched with compost for optimal growth. Learn more about successful coastal gardening with versatile climbers like Star Jasmine, or discover how to create privacy with plants for beautiful, fragrant screening solutions.

Starry Wild Jasmine (Boerejasmyn) is a versatile indigenous semi-climber that transforms any garden space with its fragrant white flowers adorned with delicate pink undersides, blooming from September to January.

Why You'll Love It:
• Remarkable South African indigenous plant
• Can reach up to 3m in height as a climber
• Can be pruned into a compact, tidy hedge
• Perfect for diverse landscaping needs
• Promotes biodiversity while attracting beneficial pollinators
• Enhances your garden's sensory experience with exquisite fragrance
• Water-wise indigenous beauty

Planting & Care:
Plant 1-1.5m apart for hedging or use as specimen plants against walls and structures. Feed annually in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer and enrich soil with quality compost for optimal growth. 

Learn how your garden can support local ecosystems with indigenous plants like Starry Wild Jasmine, or discover tips for creating a scented garden with fragrant indigenous climbers.

Water Pear (Syzygium guineense) – a hardy, indigenous evergreen that performs beautifully in Western Cape gardens whether grown as a single shade tree or trained into a dense, full hedge. Its glossy foliage creates a lush, year-round screen, offering excellent privacy, cooling shade and natural noise softening. From August to December it carries clusters of creamy white, lightly scented flowers that draw bees and seasonal pollinators.

Why You'll Love It:
• Fast-growing evergreen that provides consistent screening
• Ideal as a shade tree or clipped into a thick hedge
• Flowers in late winter to early summer with soft, creamy blooms
• Indigenous and well-suited to Western Cape conditions
• Low-maintenance and water-wise once established

Planting & Care:
Plant in full sun in moist, well-drained soil enriched with compost. Water regularly during the first year, then reduce as the tree establishes. Feed in spring with a balanced tree fertiliser for strong, healthy growth. Stake young plants for support and mulch around the base to retain moisture. Space 4–5 m apart for hedging or plant individually as feature trees.

One of the brightest ways to define your garden, Duranta 'Nonna's Gold' shines with vivid golden foliage that holds its colour all year. Fast-growing and easy to shape, it's ideal for hedges, borders, or topiary. In summer, delicate lilac-blue flowers add contrast before small berries form. Plant it where you want quick structure, vibrant colour, and low-maintenance impact – perfect along driveways, boundaries, or as a bold feature in mixed plantings.

Perfect for creating colorful, wildlife-friendly gardens. Learn how to attract butterflies to your garden with flowering plants like Duranta, or discover how to create a bird garden that supports local wildlife with berry-producing plants.

Portulacaria afra – Spekboom. An iconic indigenous South African succulent shrub with small, glossy green leaves that thrive in even the toughest conditions. In Cape Town’s climate, Spekboom produces clusters of tiny pink star‑shaped flowers in late spring to summer (October–January), attracting bees and butterflies. Perfect for hedges, screening, water‑wise gardens, and containers, this hardy plant is celebrated for its resilience and environmental benefits. Customers love its versatility, beauty, and eco‑friendly reputation as a “carbon sponge.” 

Why You’ll Love It

• Indigenous South African plant with eco‑friendly benefits
• Small, glossy leaves for neat texture
• Produces delicate pink flowers in summer
• Water‑wise and drought‑tolerant
• Edible leaves with a refreshing, tangy flavour

Plant & Care

Plant in sandy, well‑draining soil and place in full sun for best growth. Water sparingly, as Spekboom thrives in dry conditions. Prune lightly to shape hedges or encourage bushy growth. Protect from frost in colder regions. This hardy shrub is low‑maintenance and adapts well to containers or garden beds.

Did You Know?

Spekboom (Portulacaria afra) is often called the “miracle plant” because of its ability to absorb large amounts of carbon dioxide, making it a powerful ally in the fight against climate change. 

Australian Brush-Cherry (Syzygium Paniculatum) is the ultimate evergreen hedging plant, specifically grown as a multi-stemmed shrub for creating dense, formal hedges and privacy screens.

Why You'll Love It:
• Fast-growing hedge specialist for boundary plantings
• Excellent for windbreaks and screening applications
• Naturally bushy growth habit shapes into neat, uniform hedges
• Glossy green foliage responds exceptionally well to regular trimming
• Develops into thick, impenetrable barriers perfect for security and privacy
• Shallow root system ideal for narrow planting strips
• Adaptable nature perfect for limited spaces
• Effective screening between buildings and along property boundaries

Planting & Care:
Feed with a balanced hedge fertilizer in spring and mid-summer to encourage dense branching and vigorous growth. Can be shaped into hedges of any desired height where space is limited but effective screening is essential.

Gardenias, renowned for their captivating fragrance and beautiful white or yellow flowers that bloom during spring and early summer, are suitable for gardens or indoor pots. This evergreen shrub thrives in warm climates with indirect sunlight. It requires well-drained, acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Regular watering is essential, but take care not to overwater, as their roots are sensitive to waterlogged conditions. Plant them near a patio, garden bench, or window to fully enjoy their fragrance. They do best with morning sun and afternoon shade.

Highly recommended for its prolific growth, the Salt Bush lends itself beautifully to marvelous formal applications, including crafting shaped balls and clipped hedges.

When planting, choose a well-drained soil location with full to partial sun exposure for optimal results. The fantastic silvery-grey foliage of the Salt Bush not only adds to its own allure, but also showcases the colors of the plants planted around it, creating a visually stunning landscape.

The Italian Cypress is an attractive, upright, pencil-thin conifer that works perfectly in restricted spaces or spaces where shade is not desired. It can be planted in groups to create a beautiful hedge or screen. Effortless with minimal water requirements once established. The Italian Cypress is also wind-tolerant and suitable for coastal gardens.

A hardy, evergreen shrub that thrives where few others can. Native to Australia, this versatile plant is celebrated for its fine-textured, grey-green foliage arranged in neat whorls, giving it a rosemary-like appearance. In Cape Town’s climate, it produces clusters of delicate white to pale lilac flowers from September through February (spring to summer), often blooming intermittently throughout the year. Perfect for coastal gardens, hedging, screening, or low-maintenance borders, Westringia fruticosa is highly tolerant of wind, salt spray, and sandy soils. It flourishes in full sun to partial shade and requires minimal water once established, making it an excellent choice for waterwise landscaping. 
Bring resilience and elegance to your garden with the Australian Coastal Rosemary – Westringia fruticosa.

Why You’ll Love It

• Produces dainty white flowers for months on end.
• Highly tolerant of coastal winds and salty air.
• Dense, bushy growth makes it ideal for hedges or screening.
• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established.
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators to your garden.

Plant & Care

Plant Westringia fruticosa in well-draining soil, ideally sandy or loamy, and position it in full sun to semi-shade. Water moderately during establishment, then reduce as it becomes drought-hardy. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a neat, rounded shape. It tolerates coastal conditions exceptionally well, making it a reliable choice for exposed sites.

Did You Know?

Despite its name, Coastal Rosemary is not related to culinary rosemary. It belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is prized purely for its ornamental value and toughness in harsh conditions.

A show-stopping hydrangea that delivers brilliant blue blooms from late spring through autumn in Cape Town’s mild climate. Unlike traditional hydrangeas, this variety flowers on both old and new wood, ensuring repeat flushes of colour throughout the season. Perfect for shady borders, woodland-style gardens, or as a striking container plant, it thrives in semi-shade and adds a romantic charm to any outdoor space.

Why You’ll Love It

• Repeat-flowering hydrangea with blooms on old and new wood.
• Gorgeous mophead flowers in vivid blue shades.
• Long flowering season from spring to autumn.
• Ideal for semi-shaded Cape Town gardens.
• Adds instant elegance and cottage-garden charm.

Plant & Care

Plant in rich, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Keep soil consistently moist, especially during Cape Town’s dry summer spells, but avoid waterlogging. Position in semi-shade for best colour and longevity of blooms. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape, but avoid heavy cutting as flowers form on both old and new stems. Mulch annually to retain moisture and feed with hydrangea fertiliser to enhance bloom colour.

Did You Know?

The Endless Summer® series was the first hydrangea bred to flower on both old and new wood, meaning you’ll enjoy continuous blooms all season long, unlike traditional hydrangeas that flower only once.

Licorice Plant/Kooigoed (Helichrysum Petiolare) is a soft, trailing perennial with silvery-grey, felted leaves that add texture and brightness to borders, rockeries, containers, or hanging baskets. Its cascading habit makes it especially valuable as a filler or spiller in mixed plantings, where it contrasts beautifully with bold greens and bright blooms.

Why You'll Love It:
• Perfect filler or spiller in mixed plantings
• Contrasts beautifully with bold greens and bright blooms
• Hardy and drought-tolerant once established
• Aromatic leaves with soothing fragrance
• Helps repel insects naturally
• Easy-care choice that rewards light trimming
• Ideal for borders, rockeries, containers, or hanging baskets

Cultural Heritage:
Among Afrikaans-speaking communities, Helichrysum petiolare is affectionately called kooigoed — literally "bed herb." Traditionally, its aromatic leaves were used to stuff mattresses, both for their soothing fragrance and their ability to help repel insects naturally. This heritage gives the plant a uniquely local charm, connecting today's gardens to generations of practical use.

Planting & Care:
Plant 30-40cm apart in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as plant becomes drought-tolerant. Light trimming encourages lush, compact growth. Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring.

Honey-Bell Bush (Freylinia Tropica) is a beautiful, fast-growing indigenous shrub with slender, loosely spreading branches that produces masses of tubular flowers. Available in two stunning color forms: vibrant blue flowers that attract butterflies and bees, and pure white blooms for a more subtle garden display.

Why You'll Love It:
• Masses of tubular flowers in vibrant blue or pure white
• Flowers profusely mainly in spring, continues sporadically through the year
• Attracts butterflies and bees to your garden
• Versatile, waterwise shrub - semi-water smart
• Perfect for informal hedging, screening, or feature plant
• Attractive in patio containers
• Slender, loosely spreading branches create graceful form
• Benefits from regular pruning to maintain bushy growth

Planting & Care:
Plant in semi-shade to sun with well-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as plant becomes more drought-tolerant. Feed with a balanced indigenous plant fertilizer in early spring to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowering. Prune regularly to maintain bushy growth and compact shape.

Natal Plum (Carissa Macrocarpa), also commonly known as 'Large Num-Num', is a proudly indigenous plant that's an extremely easy-to-grow, thorny shrub often used for hedges. It produces glossy, deep green leaves and highly fragrant, snowy white flowers in summer, followed by ornamental plump, round, crimson edible fruit in summer and autumn.

Why You'll Love It:
• Highly fragrant, snowy white flowers in summer
• Ornamental plump, round, crimson edible fruit in summer and autumn
• Glossy, deep green evergreen leaves
• Extremely easy-to-grow and low maintenance
• Thorny shrub creates impenetrable security hedge
• Popular indigenous choice for coastal gardens
• Hardy and waterwise once established
• Salt-tolerant - perfect for coastal areas
• Fruit and flowers appear at the same time

Planting & Care:
Plant 1m apart for an impenetrable hedge in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as plant becomes drought-tolerant. Prune to maintain desired shape and encourage bushy growth. Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowering.

Azalea Magenta (Rhododendron Indicum) is among the most rewarding mass-flowering shrubs for Western Cape gardens. These beauties burst into spectacular magenta colour from May to October, brightening shady spots when few other plants are in bloom, creating brilliant colour from autumn to spring.

Why You'll Love It:
• Spectacular magenta colour from May to October (autumn to spring)
• Brightens shady spots when few other plants are in bloom
• Dense clusters of flowers create stunning displays
• Rounded form perfect for borders, containers, or woodland-style gardens
• Long flowering season - stunning colour when most gardens are resting
• Excellent in pots and containers
• Thrives in morning sun or dappled shade

Planting & Care:
Plant 60-80cm apart in morning sun or dappled shade with acidic, well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Feed with an acid-loving plant food to maintain lush foliage and vivid blooms.

A striking rose cultivar with velvety burgundy-red blooms that flower repeatedly from spring through late autumn in Cape Town’s climate. Compact yet prolific, it’s ideal for hedges, borders, and mass plantings, bringing dramatic color and elegance to any garden. Thrives in full sun and adapts well to water-wise landscapes

Why You’ll Love It

• Velvety burgundy blooms create a bold garden statement.
• Flowers prolifically from spring to autumn.
• Compact growth habit suits borders and hedges.
• Hardy and reliable in Cape Town’s climate.
• Evergreen foliage ensures year-round lushness.

Plant & Care

Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Water regularly during establishment, then moderately once established. Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in spring and mid-season to encourage continuous blooms. Prune lightly in winter to maintain shape and vigor. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Did You Know?

The Iceberg rose family is one of the most popular rose groups worldwide, prized for its repeat flowering and disease resistance, making the Burgundy Iceberg a standout for both beauty and resilience.

Reaching a height of 5m+ with a non-aggressive root system, the' Kei Apple' is an extremely versatile all-rounder that lends itself to many applications .It can be planted on its own, in a garden border or as a screening plant. It can be pruned to create a neat ,compact shape, which makes it ideal for use as container plant or bonsai. The dense, evergreen foliage and thorny branches of 'Dovyalis caffra' make it suitable for security hedging.

Various bird species,especially louries and black-eyed bulbuls, love the unusual golden fruit of the 'Kei Apple'.

Excellent used as a windbreak or hedge. Can be cut to any size. Indigenous.A strikingly attractive and hardy drought resistant tree, with an uncommon silvery-blue appearance that contrasts beautifully with surrounding, darker green foliage. Well suited to harsh coastal conditions. It has a non invasive root system and can be used close to walls. Easily trained as a shrub or screening plant that can provide privacy in a short space of time due to its fast growing rate.

 Prune off the lower branches to form a shade tree; and if space is limited, grow it in a large pot.

A luminous shrub that brings a refreshing glow to Cape Town gardens. This indigenous treasure, often called Cape Leadwort, is celebrated for its pure white clusters that sparkle against glossy green foliage. Flowering generously from October through May, it thrives in the Western Cape’s sunny climate, offering a cooling elegance during the hottest months. Its sprawling, fast-growing nature makes it ideal for hedges, trellises, or soft cascades over walls, while its crisp white blooms pair beautifully with bold or pastel companions.

Why You’ll Love It

• Clouds of radiant white flowers that brighten gardens for months.
• Long flowering season, October to May in Cape Town’s climate.
• Indigenous and perfectly adapted to local conditions.
• Vigorous growth makes it excellent for hedges, screens, or informal cascades.
• Attracts butterflies and pollinators, adding life and movement.
• Hardy and drought-tolerant once established.
• Easy to prune and shape for neat hedges or relaxed borders.
• Provides a cooling, serene colour palette in hot summers.
• Complements colourful shrubs, enhancing contrast and balance.

Planting & Care

Plant in full sun for the best flowering, though it tolerates light semi-shade. Use well-drained soil enriched with compost. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce once mature. Plumbago is water-wise. Prune after flowering flushes to encourage new growth and maintain shape. Feed lightly in spring to boost blooms.

Did You Know?

Plumbago’s name comes from Latin meaning “lead plant” — it was once believed to cure lead poisoning. While that myth has faded, its sticky calyxes remain a quirky trait, often clinging to clothes and giving it the Afrikaans nickname “Plakkie”

Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis 'Dark Pink') is a resilient shrub boasting lush green foliage and magnificent bursts of dark pink blooms each spring. Elevate your garden effortlessly with its low-maintenance charm, perfect for shaping into the hedge of your dreams or letting it flourish in pots or beds.

Why You'll Love It:
• Magnificent bursts of dark pink blooms each spring
• Lush green evergreen foliage year-round
• Resilient and low-maintenance shrub
• Water wise once established
• Shape it into the hedge of your dreams
• Flourishes in pots or beds
• Perfect for coastal gardens
• Fragrant flowers attract pollinators
• Thrives in sun to semi-shade

Planting & Care:
Plant 80cm-1m apart for hedging in sun to semi-shade with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as plant becomes drought-tolerant. Prune after flowering to maintain desired shape and encourage dense growth. Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring.

A beautiful evergreen shrub, blooming almost all year round with a lovely display of fragrant  flowers adorned with golden-yellow centres. Suitable as a hedge or informal screening plant, as they can be pruned into any shape. You can also grow them as a tree or standard plant by removing the lower branches.

The Dune Crowberry is a tough yet beautiful indigenous shrub, perfectly adapted to South Africa’s coastal landscapes. With its dense, glossy green foliage and rounded form, it provides year‑round greenery and structure while thriving in sandy soils, salty winds, and harsh coastal conditions. In spring, it produces tiny clusters of creamy flowers, followed by small, berry‑like fruits that attract birds and wildlife, making it both ornamental and ecologically valuable. In Cape Town’s climate, Searsia crenata is a champion of water‑wise gardening, tolerating drought once established and requiring minimal care. It is ideal for screening, hedging, and stabilising dunes, while also adding ornamental value to indigenous gardens. 

Why You’ll Love It

• Indigenous, water‑wise shrub perfect for Cape gardens.
• Dense evergreen foliage for screening and hedging.
• Thrives in sandy soils, wind, and salt spray.
• Provides food and shelter for birds and wildlife.
• Adds resilience and structure to coastal gardens.

Plant & Care

Plant in sandy, well‑drained soil in full sun. Water moderately during establishment, then reduce as the plant becomes drought‑tolerant. Prune lightly to shape hedges or screens. Ideal for coastal gardens, wildlife‑friendly landscapes, and stabilising dunes.

Did You Know?

The Dune Crowberry is more than just a hardy shrub. It's a guardian of the coastline. For generations, it has been used to stabilise shifting sands, protecting homes and farmlands from erosion. Its berries, though small, are relished by birds, making it a keystone species in coastal ecosystems. Planting Searsia crenata means you’re not only greening your garden, but also preserving South Africa’s natural heritage and supporting biodiversity.

Syzygium paniculatum -Eugenia Hedgemaker (Australian Brush Cherry)

The Eugenia Hedgemaker is a versatile evergreen shrub or small tree, prized for its dense, glossy foliage and ability to form neat, formal hedges. With its small, dark green leaves and compact growth habit, it responds beautifully to pruning, making it one of the best choices for structured hedging, screening, and topiary work. Native to Australia, Syzygium paniculatum thrives in Cape Town’s climate, tolerating coastal conditions and adapting well to a variety of soils. In summer, it produces clusters of fluffy white flowers, followed by small, edible berries that ripen to pink or purple, attracting birds and wildlife. Note: While hardy and adaptable, Eugenia requires regular pruning to maintain its compact form.

Why You’ll Love It

• Dense evergreen foliage for hedges and screens.
• Responds well to pruning and shaping.
• Produces fluffy white flowers and edible berries.
• Hardy in coastal conditions and adaptable to soils.
• Perfect for formal gardens, topiary, and wildlife‑friendly landscapes.

Plant & Care

Plant in well‑drained soil in full sun or semi‑shade. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as the plant becomes water‑wise. Prune frequently to maintain shape and density. Fertilize lightly during the growing season to encourage lush foliage. Suitable for hedges, screens, and ornamental topiary.

Did You Know?

The Australian Brush Cherry has long been used in coastal towns as a living fence, thanks to its ability to withstand salt spray and wind while remaining lush and green. Its berries are edible and were traditionally enjoyed by Indigenous Australians, while its dense foliage makes it a favourite for formal hedging and topiary art. Planting Eugenia Hedgemaker means you’re adding both function and beauty to your garden. A hedge that feeds the birds, delights the eye, and stands strong year‑round.

Laurustinus Lucidum (Wild Laurel), also known as Viburnum Tinus 'Lucidum', is widely considered to be a 'golden oldie'. This versatile plant remains popular for its ability to be a perfect specimen for use in small gardens, in pots and even on balconies, making it an excellent choice for formal gardens and hedging.

Why You'll Love It:
• Flattish heads of pink flower buds appear in late winter
• Pink buds open into tiny fragrant white flowers
• Clusters of small metallic-blue berries mature in autumn
• Popular evergreen choice for hedging and privacy screens
• Often grown as a compact standard tree
• Perfect specimen for small gardens, pots and balconies
• Glossy evergreen foliage adds year-round structure
• Pollinator-friendly flowers attract bees
• Low maintenance once established

Planting & Care:
Plant 80cm-1m apart for hedging in sun to semi-shade with well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep soil moist. Prune after flowering to maintain desired shape and size. Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring and autumn to encourage healthy growth and abundant flowering.

Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Endless Summer Pink' is a showstopper that brings lasting colour and romance to shady or semi-shaded gardens. This exceptional variety blooms repeatedly from spring through autumn, producing large, rounded clusters of soft to vivid pink flowers that stand out beautifully against its lush, deep-green foliage.

Why You'll Love It:
• Large, rounded clusters of soft to vivid pink flowers
• Blooms repeatedly from spring through autumn
• Flowers on both old and new wood - reliably bursts back into bloom
• Colour intensity influenced by soil pH - pink in alkaline, mauve in acidic
• Lush, deep-green foliage provides beautiful backdrop
• Ideal for pots, borders, and courtyards
• Classic touch adds timeless charm to any garden
• Excellent cut flowers for arrangements
• Known as Christmas roses because this is when they flower

Planting & Care:
Plant 60-80cm apart in semi-shade to shade with moist, well-drained soil. A little morning sun and afternoon shade will reward you with months of spectacular flowers. Keep soil moist but well-drained. Feed regularly during the growing season for the best display.

Recommended Products:
Feed and maintain vibrant pink blooms with these Cape Garden favourites:

• Wonder Shake ’n Grow Pink Hydrangea Food – enhances vivid pink tones and supports strong flowering.

• Starke Ayres Acid Loving Plant Food – provides balanced nutrition for lush growth.

• For alkaline adjustment, add a lime-based soil amendment to maintain the perfect pH for pink blooms.

Fast growing, upright and will tolerate a variety of soil and watering conditions.

Makes an excellent evergreen hedge or a beautiful small tree. Prune to any size.

Small flowers April until July. Indigenous. 

A hardy, indigenous shrub that’s perfect for coastal Western Cape gardens. Dune Crowberry forms a dense, evergreen hedge that handles wind, salt spray, and drought with ease. Its fine-textured foliage and small berries attract birds, while its thick growth provides privacy and shelter. Whether clipped neatly as a hedge or left natural for a softer look, Searsia crenata thrives with minimal care and is one of the best choices for wind-exposed sites.

The evergreen False Olive is a tough, fast-growing, and versatile indigenous tree perfect for hedging, screening, or shaping into a small ornamental tree. It thrives in full sun, is both drought and frost resistant, and has non-invasive roots—ideal for small gardens, containers, and even bonsai.

In spring, it produces masses of fragrant white flowers that attract birds, bees, and butterflies. It’s low-maintenance, responds well to pruning, and offers medicinal uses and durable wood, making it as practical as it is beautiful.

A popular mass flowering plant that prefers acidic soil. They create spectacular color displays in the months when many other plants aren't - May through to October. 

Bougainvillea Magenta Pink is a dazzling climber that produces cascades of vivid red-pink bracts, creating a striking display in Cape Town’s sunny climate. Flowering mainly in spring and summer, with bursts throughout the year, it’s ideal for adding bold color to pergolas, trellises, and walls. Hardy and water-wise once established, this plant thrives in full sun and is perfect for hedges, screening, or ornamental garden features. Its vibrant magenta tones bring tropical flair and instant impact to any outdoor space. Bougainvillea (Magenta Pink) 

Why You’ll Love It

• Striking magenta-pink bracts that bloom for months.
• Thrives in Cape Town’s hot, dry summers.
• Low water requirements once established.
• Perfect for trellises, pergolas, and hedges.
• Adds instant tropical vibrancy to gardens.

Plant & Care

Plant Bougainvillea in well-draining soil and a sunny position for maximum flowering. Water regularly while young, then reduce once established to encourage stronger blooms. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and promote new growth. Protect from frost in colder months, and feed with a balanced fertiliser during the growing season for richer color.

Did You Know?

Bougainvillea’s colorful “flowers” are actually bracts, modified leaves that surround the tiny white true flowers. This clever adaptation makes them one of the most eye-catching and long-lasting ornamental plants in warm climates.

A lovely evergreen creeper with showy, fragrant, butter-yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers blooming late winter to early spring. Can be pruned into a bushy shrub. Fast growing. Clings by twining stems around the support. Full sun for best flowering. Water sparingly in winter. 

*All parts of the plant is poisonous

This fast growing, evergreen shrub is ideal for mass planting or works well in containers. Makes a wonderful edging plant when clipped into low boxed hedges. Bears small lilac-purple flowers from Spring to Autumn.

Tecomaria SunLovers Compact ‘Yellow’ is an indigenous Cape honeysuckle that combines bright yellow trumpet blooms with a more disciplined growth habit. Unlike older forms that sprawl, this variety keeps its shape longer without excessive runners, giving you bold colour with far less maintenance.

With upright flower heads that stand above the foliage, it’s ideal for hedges, borders, or containers where you want strong visual appeal. Though labelled “Compact,” it still reaches a substantial size—so occasional light pruning helps maintain a crisp form. It thrives in full sun (with some light shade acceptable), adapts to both clay and sandy soils, and can be grown in large pots before planting out.

Ideal for Cape gardens, SunLovers Compact ‘Yellow’ offers durability, seasonal brightness, and ease of care, making it a top pick when you want a sunny accent without fuss.

Pambati tree is a fast growing, evergreen shrub or small tree with leaves that contrast their dark green tops with silvery white and felt-like undersides.  With clusters of custard-yellow flowers it is an attractive addition to any garden.

'Australian Coastal Rosemary' is an evergreen shrub that resembles Rosemary,but lacks its fragrance and culinary value. It excels in coastal gardens, withstanding salt spray admirably. It thrives in sandy, well-drained soil and becomes relatively drought-tolerant once established, requiring less water than other plants. Additionally, it responds well to pruning, allowing you to shape it into beautifully pruned balls, hedges, or lollipop standards. Australian coastal Rosemary adorns itself with dainty white or blue flowers during Spring and Summer.

A compact flowering shrub that bursts with masses of upright salmon-pink flowerheads throughout the warmer months in Cape Town’s climate. Tough and versatile, it’s ideal for sunny spots and works beautifully as a hedge, screen, or ornamental feature. Thrives in full sun but tolerates semi-shade, making it adaptable for different garden settings. Its cheerful blooms attract birds, bees, and butterflies, bringing life and colour to your garden.

Why You’ll Love It

• Masses of vibrant salmon-pink blooms that brighten the garden.
• Compact growth habit, perfect for smaller spaces.
• Attracts pollinators like birds, bees, and butterflies.
• Hardy and versatile, suitable for hedges or ornamental displays.
• Low-maintenance with year-round appeal.

Plant & Care

Plant in well-drained soil enriched with compost. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce once mature, as it becomes relatively hardy. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain its compact shape and encourage fresh growth. Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring for best flowering results. Suitable for both garden beds and containers, making it a flexible choice for Cape Town gardens.

Did You Know?

The Cape Honeysuckle family is beloved across South Africa for its ability to attract wildlife, sunbirds are especially drawn to its nectar-rich flowers, making your garden a lively sanctuary.

Imagine a living wall of golden light in your garden, that’s the magic of the Gold Leyland Cypress. This fast‑growing evergreen conifer is renowned for its brilliant golden‑yellow foliage, which glows in Cape Town’s sunshine and remains vibrant through every season. In late winter to early spring (August–September), subtle pollen cones appear, adding a touch of seasonal charm before the foliage takes centre stage again. With its dense, upright growth habit, the Gold Rider is the ultimate choice for privacy hedges, windbreaks, and screening, while also standing out as a bold ornamental specimen. What makes it irresistible is its versatility: plant it as a formal hedge to frame your property, use it to shield your garden from coastal winds, or let it shine as a golden feature tree. Its resilience in Cape Town’s climate, thriving in full sun, tolerating semi‑shade, and flourishing even in coastal conditions. This means you’ll enjoy beauty without fuss. The Gold Leyland Cypress doesn’t just fill space; it transforms it, bringing warmth, elegance, and structure to your outdoor living.

Why You’ll Love It

• Golden foliage that glows in every season.
• Subtle pollen cones in late winter add interest.
• Rapid growth makes it perfect for hedges and screens.
• Hardy and adaptable to Cape Town’s coastal winds.
• Adds instant elegance and structure to any garden design.

Plant & Care

Plant in well‑drained soil enriched with compost. Water regularly during the first year to establish strong roots, then reduce as the tree becomes drought‑tolerant. Prune lightly to maintain shape or encourage dense hedging. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture during Cape Town’s dry summers. A spring feed with a balanced fertiliser will keep the foliage lush and golden.

Did You Know?

The Leyland Cypress is a hybrid between Cupressus macrocarpa and Chamaecyparis nootkatensis. The ‘Gold Rider’ cultivar was introduced in the 1980s and quickly became a favourite worldwide for its luminous foliage. In Cape Town gardens, it not only provides privacy and wind protection but also acts as a natural “sun catcher,” reflecting golden light into outdoor spaces even in the cooler months.

A tough, evergreen shrub that flowers when most gardens are quiet. Viburnum tinus carries clusters of white blooms through late winter into spring, followed by metallic-blue berries that attract birds. It’s wind-tolerant, reliable, and ideal for hedging or informal screening. Equally at home in large pots or containers, it provides year-round greenery and seasonal flowers for patios and courtyards. A versatile shrub and one of the best cool-season performers for Western Cape gardens.

A fast-growing shrub with purple-bronze foliage in winter, and cream-red papery-like seeds that provides fantastic contrast in the garden. Very suitable as a hedge, windbreak or screen. Great coastal plant.

Magnificent and popular evergreen conifer with dense green to golden yellow foliage. Column shaped. Often used to create height.  Makes a perfect focal specimen. Also used to create a hedge. Great to create a topiary. Ideally placed along driveways and in containers. Very cold weather intensifies the coloration of the foliage. Wind tolerant.

A striking hedge and border shrub with golden-green, variegated foliage that glows year-round. Compared to the popular Duranta ‘Nonna’s Gold’, ‘Gold Mine’ has noticeably larger leaves, giving it a bolder texture and fuller appearance in the garden. Fast-growing and easy to shape, it’s ideal for clipped hedges, boundary lines, or bright accent planting. Hardy in Western Cape conditions, it adds instant colour and structure with very little maintenance.

Platycladus Orientalis 'Aurea Nana Compacta' is a slow-growing, evergreen conifer with dense, golden-yellow foliage that adds vibrant year-round color to gardens and landscapes. This compact, rounded shrub maintains its beautiful golden hues throughout all seasons, making it ideal for small gardens, mixed borders, or container displays where consistent color impact is desired. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this low-maintenance conifer adapts well to various soil conditions and requires minimal care once established. Plant 80cm-1m apart when using in borders or hedging applications, allowing adequate space for its naturally rounded growth habit. Feed annually in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer to maintain vibrant golden foliage color and encourage healthy, dense growth throughout the growing season.

Excellent plant for topiaries, hedging and screening. Lush and fast growing with dark pink to red berries which will attract birds to the garden.

Coprosma ‘Pink Splendour’ has green, pink and cream leaves and the pink colour will intensify in winter. This versatile evergreen shrub can be used as a filler plant, trimmed as a hedge, planted in containers or anywhere you would like to make a statement. They are pest and disease resistant.

A pretty evergreen shrub with glossy leaves and a profusion of white flowers that bloom from mid summer. An ideal shrub for seaside gardens. Easy to grow and low-maintenance. Suitable for hedges, borders or screening.

Red Tip Photinia (Photinia x Fraseri 'Red Robin') is a stunning evergreen shrub featuring glistening coppery-red new growth on bright red stems that creates year-round visual interest in gardens and landscapes. This versatile shrub is ideal for growing as a formal hedge, privacy screen, or specimen plant where its colorful foliage can be showcased. The vibrant red new growth gradually matures to glossy green, providing continuous seasonal color changes. Plant 80cm-1m apart for hedging or use individually as feature plants in mixed borders. Feed twice yearly with a balanced shrub fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer to encourage healthy growth and maintain vibrant foliage color.

Leptospermum ‘Sunrise’ Tea Bush. A striking evergreen shrub that bursts into masses of delicate pink blooms in winter through spring (June–October in Cape Town), bringing colour when most gardens are quiet. With fine aromatic foliage and a compact habit, it’s perfect for hedges, borders, or as a feature shrub. Hardy, wind-tolerant, and water-wise once established, it thrives in Cape Town’s coastal climate and adapts to a variety of soils.
Brighten your garden with the long-lasting charm of Leptospermum ‘Sunrise’.

Why You’ll Love It

• Masses of pink blooms in winter and spring.
• Hardy and wind-tolerant, ideal for Cape Town’s coastal gardens.
• Aromatic foliage adds texture and fragrance.
• Versatile: use as a hedge, border, or specimen shrub.
• Attracts bees and pollinators during flowering season.

Plant & Care

Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or semi-shade. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as it matures,  it’s naturally water-wise. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Protect young plants from heavy frost, though mature shrubs are hardy.

Did You Know?

Captain James Cook’s crew brewed tea from the leaves of Leptospermum during their voyages in the 18th century, giving rise to the common name “Tea Bush.”

Rhododendron indicum 'Alba Magnifica' (Azalea Alba Magnifica) is a spectacular evergreen shrub that transforms your garden with masses of large, pristine white flowers.

This stunning azalea produces abundant single white blooms in spring, creating a magnificent display that's perfect for focal points, mixed borders, container gardens, or as a feature hedge. The glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and beauty to your landscape.

The foliage of Eve Prince is finer than other Viburnums. This medium sized, evergreen shrub has dark green leaves and heads of small pink-tinged white flowers in late winter/early spring followed by small blue-black berries. Drought and wind tolerant. Ideal to clip into a hedge or screen. Eve Prince is suitable for container gardening or as a stand-alone specimen in garden beds.

A beautiful evergreen, variegated Trachelospermum, that features bright green, white and pink leaves. It produces fragrant, small white flowers from late spring to autumn. Ideal as a wonderful ground cover and admired for its interesting foliage. Although it is a slow growing plant it makes a statement in a garden

Viburnum tinus ‘Lisa Rose’ is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that brings year-round beauty and exceptional winter colour to the garden. Its dense, dark green foliage forms a naturally tidy shape, and from mid-winter into early spring it bursts into clusters of deep rosy-pink buds that open to soft pink-white, lightly fragrant blooms. These are followed by deep blue-black berries that add even more interest long after flowering.

What sets ‘Lisa Rose’ apart from standard Viburnum tinus varieties is its more compact, bushy growth, richer pink buds, and heavier flowering, making it ideal for smaller gardens or any space where a neat, reliable structure plant is needed. It thrives in Western Cape conditions and copes well with full sun to semi-shade, wind and winter rainfall, becoming moderately drought tolerant once established.

Why you’ll love it
• Evergreen, dense and fast-growing — perfect for hedges and privacy
• Deep pink buds opening to soft pink-white flowers in winter
• Attractive deep blue-black berries after flowering
• More compact and floriferous than many other Viburnum tinus types
• Low-maintenance, reliable, and suitable for sun or semi-shade

Planting & Care
Plant in full sun to semi-shade in well-drained soil. Space 60–80 cm apart for a solid hedge or use individually as feature shrubs or container specimens. Water regularly while establishing, then reduce watering as plants become more water-wise. Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser and lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.