Trees for shade

Melbourne has famously frigid winters. But on the other hand, our summers roar in with equal ferocity. It pays to have a bit of shade in your backyard to keep everything cool. Here are some of our favourite trees for shade to grow in Melbourne.

• Camellia — these spectacular plants bloom well into winter, and love areas that receive little sunlight throughout the day.
• Gardenia — these small trees and shrubs produce unique flowers that range from pure white to a gentle yellow.
• Azalea — these stunning plants come in a range of colours, allowing you to create versatile backdrops in spring and summer.
• Hydrangea — there are over 75 varieties of hydrangeas in the world, which can be easily identified by their colourful, clustered flowers.
• Pieris Japonica — this flowering plant is native to Asia, and can be found flourishing in alpine and mountainous regions.

By selecting shade plants and trees for your shady garden, you've taken the first steps towards success. Never force sun-loving plants to try and prosper in a shady garden. Here are some tips we've learned over the years.

• Planting: Plant your shade plants in spring to allow them enough time to get established before autumn and winter rolls around.
• Watering: Give your shade garden a water once a week if there's no natural rainfall. Ensure that plants beneath trees are getting their fill.
• Control: Rake and clear debris that falls from taller trees. Leaving too much leaf and branch litter around encourages disease.
• Pruning: Cut away obstructive trees and shrubs to allow light and airflow to move through your garden.

All Green offers delivery on all trees for shade to homes and businesses around Melbourne. There's no minimum or maximum for delivery — if we have it in stock, we can get it to your home, business, or job site as soon as possible. If you'd like to learn more, visit our delivery page, or get in touch with our friendly customer service team.