Best Plants for Gold Coast Gardens: A Local Landscaper's Guide

Choosing the right plants for your Gold Coast garden can make the difference between a thriving landscape and constant maintenance headaches. As local landscapers serving Currumbin Waters and surrounding areas, we've learned which plants work best in our subtropical climate.

Grevilleas have a wide range of beautiful flowers that attract native birdlife.

## Native Plants That Thrive on the Gold Coast

Grevilleas These hardy natives are perfect for Gold Coast conditions. They're drought-tolerant once established and attract native birds to your garden. We particularly recommend: - Grevillea robusta (Silky Oak) for larger spaces - Grevillea banksii for colorful hedging - Grevillea juniperina for ground cover.

Callistemons (Bottlebrush) Another excellent native choice that handles our humidity and occasional dry spells. The red flowers are stunning and they're virtually maintenance-free.

Lomandra Perfect for borders and mass plantings. These grass-like plants are incredibly hardy and look great year-round.

## Best Exotic Plants for Gold Coast Climate.

Frangipani A Gold Coast favorite! These tropical beauties love our climate and provide gorgeous fragrant flowers. Just ensure good drainage.

Bougainvillea Excellent for privacy screens and adding color. They handle our weather extremes well and flower almost year-round.

Hibiscus Perfect for that tropical feel. Choose hardy varieties that can handle our occasional cool snaps.

## Plants to Avoid in Gold Coast Gardens

Cool Climate Roses While some roses work here, many struggle with our humidity and heat. Choose tropical varieties instead.

European Herbs Lavender and rosemary often struggle in our humid summers. Opt for tropical herbs like lemongrass and Vietnamese mint.

## Seasonal Planting Tips

Wet Season (November-April) - Perfect time for establishing new gardens - Plant natives and tropicals - Ensure excellent drainage

Dry Season (May-October) - Focus on maintenance and pruning - Plant drought-tolerant species - Prepare garden beds for wet season

## Professional Landscaping Advice At Grainger Gardening, we always consider: - Soil drainage and type - Sun/shade patterns throughout the day - Maintenance requirements - Long-term growth patterns - Integration with existing landscape.

## Ready to Transform Your Garden? Choosing the right plants is just the first step. Professional installation ensures your new landscape thrives from day one.

Our team unde

rstands Gold Coast soil conditions, drainage requirements, and the best planting techniques for long-term success.

Contact Grainger Gardening today for a free consultation. We'll help you select the perfect plants for your specific site conditions and create a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape you'll love for years to come.

Service Areas: Currumbin Waters, Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach, Tallebudgera, and surrounding Gold Coast suburbs.