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In research conducted by Todd Layt and Ian Paananen, Ozbreed set out to discover the best erosion control plants. This ongoing study started in 2007 and is being updated constantly as new varieties are tested for their erosion control qualities.…
Shara™ Lomandra continues to prove its incredible wet feet tolerance. Our in-ground production area at Ozbreed is situated in a low-lying area of the farm. These Shara™ plants were planted in September 2019 during a severe drought. Tested Australia-wide, we…
Improving air quality in our traffic dense cities is an important issue with many companies and government bodies searching for affordable and effective solutions. However recent research from the UK suggests that one solution has been under our noses all along:…
Testing Plants for Myrtle Rust Resistance Below is a table of results from tests completed in association with The University of Sydney. The test was undertaken to determine the Myrtle Rust resistance of different plant and tree varieties. Testing was…
There is demand and interest in growing non-woody plants in playground mulch in and around play equipment, including fall zones. This planting allows playgrounds to look more natural and to reduce the open, bare appearance of equipment in mulch, without…
By Todd Layt Lomandra are known for their drought tolerance, general toughness, and low maintenance. Having Lomandra thrive in periodically wet feet; allows them to be used in drainage swales and other depressed areas; it generally eliminates masses of dead…
Shara™ Lomandra fluviatilis ‘ABU7’ PBR continues to prove its toughness and versatility. As you might already know our primary focus here at Ozbreed is breeding and research, aiming to produce the toughest and most tolerate plants on the market. We carry out many…
Phytophthora is a root rot disease caused by the fungi Phytophthora cinnamomi. It is a major cause of die back in native vegetation and has significant impact in gardens as well. The disease is likely to have been brought into Australia with…
According to preliminary results below from the 2012 Winter Fertiliser trials at Ozbreed, winter may be the most important time of year to fertilise for a green winter lawn. Autumn fertilising has always been recommended for a greener lawn in…
Well, let’s look at that question. Firstly we need to be clear – a green wall means one covered in living plants, not a wall painted green! The concept of a green wall is gaining much favour in recent times.…