A hardy, waterwise garden inspired by our local landscapes.
Designed for tough conditions
Created for resilience in hot dry weather the Native Dryland Garden features Australian species that thrive with minimal watering once established. It suits open sunny verges where durability and low maintenance matter while still offering texture colour and habitat for local wildlife.
Natural beauty with purpose
This verge design highlights the quiet beauty of Australia’s dryland plants. Clumping grasses and spreading groundcovers add movement and texture while flowering shrubs provide soft seasonal colour. The result is a layered natural look that fits comfortably into the local landscape and supports native insects and birds.
Easy care gardening
Once established this garden needs only occasional trimming to keep plants neat and clear of paths and kerbs. A good layer of mulch helps the soil retain moisture and keeps weeds down.
Design tips
- Choose drought tolerant species with a mix of forms such as grasses groundcovers and small shrubs
- Group plants naturally and leave open spaces to create flow
- Use mulch to finish the look and improve water efficiency
Try these species
Here are some other native dryland plants to consider:
- Austrostipa elegantissima — Elegant spear grass
- Chloris truncata — Windmill grass
- Myoporum parvifolium — Creeping boobiala
- Carpobrotus glaucescens — Native pig face
- Correa decumbens — Spreading Correa
- Chrysocephalum apiculatum — Common everlasting
- Xerochrysum bracteatum — Golden everlasting