Trees and Shrubs Index

A – Z  Tree and Shrub Finder 

To find out more about a species you know already, select its English or Scientific Name from this list. Click the initial letter to move down the list quickly. Then click the name for pictures, map and information. 

Tree and shrubs are basically defined by height and the number of stems or trunks. However some trees do have multi stems, some shuns have only one stem. Some trees are bigger than others.

To find about about species and varieties click the Alphabetical listing to jump to a section of you choosing. Or browse the complete A – Z list of trees and shrubs.

Many popular as a well a numb roof rare and unusual trees shrubs can be found from listed nurseries. 

If your not sure what you are looking for try browsing sections such as Evergreen Trees and Shrubs, Deciduous trees and shrubs or Flowering Trees

Use our A – Z tree and shrub finder to locate a nursery that can supply the species and cultivars you are looking for. 

The largest range of trees and shrubs in Australia from 100s of specialist nurseries. Trees are categorised into a number of usage sections as well as the alphabetical lists. This includes evergreen, deciduous, palm trees, fruiting trees and ornamental trees. We also list flowering trees as separate section.

Nurseries supply trees in a range of sizes, from bare rooted seedlings through to advanced and established trees. We list specialist advanced trees growers in a separate species and cultivar sections.

Using Trees and Shrubs in the Garden

Trees and shrubs make valuable contribution to the urban landscaper and are extremely important in our cities, both from an aesthetic point of view and for environmental & practical reasons as well.

These are the plants that can help reduce heat. They can reduce the effects of wind, when planted in the right position they can slow evaporation on hot windy days, soils maintain moisture and understory plants are given protection.

The backbone of all gardens are correctly positioned trees and shrubs. Carefully selected they can provide structure shade and shelter in the garden.

Feature trees both large and small provide a focal point in the garden and add character. Flowering varieties can be selected to provide garden colour in specific seasons.  Many have attractive foliage and many have colourful textured bark which provides added interest. Many varieties can be bought online from Mail Order Nurseries, Specialist Nurseries and Retail Nurseries

Commercial retail and residential developments are some of the biggest buyers, trees attract people, residential streets lined with appropriate varieties can actually improve house values. Small growing types for small gardens, large species for larger gardens parks and rural areas, consult your local nursery for advice on which species and cultivars to buy for your local conditions.

Our favourite species include: Eucalypts, Gingko Biloba, Japanese Maples , Cotinus (smoke bush) , Cornus (dogwood) , Copper Beech (Fagus sylvatica) and of course Pyrus