This is an erect, evergreen shrub or small tree from South Africa to 4 m high. Pea-shaped flowers are blue, lilac and white and appear from October to December. Each flower develops a small pod that contains a single dark brown seed. The 'P' in Psoralea is silent and the name is pronounced as if it begins with the 's'. It grows along streams and in wet places.

This attractive evergreen shrub has masses of rich deep blue flowers in dense clusters during spring. It is a hardy and rapid growing shrub to 3 m high by 2 m wide. Thrives in full-sun and well-drained soils.

Commonly called 'Hopbush' because of the colourful fruits resembling the fruits used in brewing. It is a hardy, fastgrowing, evergreen tree up to 3 m high. Small, yellow-green flowers appear from spring through to autumn. Flowers are followed by green winged fruit capsules in summer. They require a light, well-drained soil in a sunny position. A purple foliaged form is also available. Most will tolerate moderate frosts and withstand extended dry conditions.

This bushy Australian native shrub has masses of small, mauve flowers along the stems for most of the year. It grows to 2 m high by 2 m wide. It prefers full-sun for best flowering and tolerates most soils. It can be used as a low hedge and is suitable for growing in containers. Responds well to regular pruning to maintain compact shape. Frost, salt and drought tolerant.