Information about plants & gardens for Brisbane & Qld

Bulbs

and similar plants

Coastal Queensland isn't suitable for most of the classic cool-climate flowering bulbs like daffodils and tulips that we so often see in gardening books from those regions. Fortunately, there are alternatives that will grow in subtropical and tropical regions, with the added advantage of evergreen foliage.

Some are true bulbs, others are bulb-like plants which instead have fleshy roots or rhizomes. These underground storage organs make them quite drought tolerant and easy to grow. After they multiply, they can easily be divided which helps fill up the garden at low cost.

Note that some bulbs have weedy tendancies. If in doubt, check with agricultural or environmental authorities in your area.

News

Daffodil flower secret uncovered

The trumpet-like corona is a distinctive feature of the daffodil. Previously thought to be an extension of the petals, new research suggests that it is a distinct organ developing from the hypanthium (the structure on which the floral parts are located) after the petals and stamens are established. Source: How the daffodil got its trumpet (February 2013)

Weedy lily not so glorious

Glory Lily (Gloriosa superba) is proving a significant threat to coastal dune vegetation on the Sunshine Coast. Herbicide trials are underway to develop a strategy for controlling the garden escape without unnecessary damage to native vegetation. Education of gardeners to prevent future infestations will also be undertaken. Read more at the maroochy Council website: Glory Lily, a Coastal Curse (February 2008)

Older news at bottom of page.

Nurseries supplying Bulbs & similar plants to Qld

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May include online suppliers. For the most up-to-date information on plants in stock, opening hours, prices etc, be sure to visit the seller's website or contact the business directly.

See also Clivia page

PINE MOUNTAIN NURSERY

P.O. Box 5016
Brassall Qld 4305
Ph: (07) 5464 3976
pinemountainnursery.com.au

Pine Mountain Nursery are suppliers of warm climate bulbs, specialising in clivia and agapanthus.

Clivias in many colours and forms can be purchased. The nursery hybridises its own clivias from superior genetic stock and can supply Clivia seed.

Agapanthus on offer also includes varieties bred in Queensland by the nursery. Varieties in a range of flower colours and growth habit available.

Also, a selection of other bulbs, gingers, liriope and mondo grass including mondo strips.

Plants sent by mail order to Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic and SA. Visits by appointment or check the Pine Mountain Nursery WEBSITE for display days, plus information and advice.

This section is intended to bring residents information on Qld bulb nurseries and mail-order suppliers servicing Queensland. If you are such a supplier, you can advertise here.

As well as Queensland nurseries with bulbs & similar plants for sale, Australian mail-order and online suppliers to this state may be listed here. You must stock at least some species suitable for warm climates. For more information, please click here.

Images

Freesia

Freesia

Habranthus

Habranthus (Habranthus robustus?)

Hemerocallis (Daylillies)

- go to Hemerocallis page

Hippeastrum

- go to Hippeastrum page

Hymenocallis

Iris

- go to Iris

Lillium

The so-called November Lily flowering in September in Brisbane after the mild 2013 winter

Neomarica

- go to Iris and Iris-like plants

Tulbaghia

Tulbaghia violacea

This one appears to be the less commonly grown Tulbaghia simmleri, previously called T. fragrans

Zephyranthes

Rain lilies (Zephyranthes species) were discussed in detail in the 22-09-2023 edition of Get Results Gardening, a weekly email publication for Australian gardeners, especially those in the tropical, subtropical and warm temperate parts of the country. If you request a free trial (see calyx.com.au/getresultsgardening.html for more information), you can ask for a copy of this edition at the same time (Australian residents only, please).