Feature plants for winter

Are you looking to add some extra colour and interest to your garden this winter? Our feature plants for the season are known for their beauty and reliability, helping you enhance your outdoor space or bring a touch of greenery to your home.

Hardenbergia ‘White Out’ photographed in STEPS Garden Centre

Hardenbergia ‘White Out’

Native to Australia, Hardenbergia ‘White Out’ is a hardy and fast-growing evergreen climber that thrives in full sun and well-draining positions. From mid-winter through to mid-spring, it produces masses of delicate white pea-shaped flowers that create a stunning contrast against its lime-green foliage.

It’s a great choice for fences, trellises and pergolas, adding some softness to your gardening and brightening up the space while supporting local biodiversity. Once established, the Hardenbergia is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, so it’s a great choice for gardeners searching for a beautiful and reliable native plant.

Pink Princess philodendron plants in pots displayed at the STEPS Garden Centre with variegated leaves

Philodendron ‘Pink Princess’

The Philodendron ‘Pink Princess’ is a true winter standout, prized for its eye-catching variegation set against deep green and burgundy leaves. No two of its leaves are the same, with patterns ranging from soft pink speckles to dramatic half-moon splashes.

This unique and low-maintenance climber thrives in bright but indirect light. We recommend supporting it with a coconut fibre pole to encourage and support growth. With the right care, the Pink Princess brings a bold and tropical feel to your home and rewards you with beautiful foliage all year-round.

Our winter gardening product recommendations

The right products can make winter gardening even easier to manage. These are our essential products to support healthy growth and protect your plants as the weather cools.

Neem pre mixed plant spray bottle held in a garden centre with plants and outdoor STEPS Garden Centre in background

Plant of Health: Neem Ready-To-Use Spray

This is a gentle and effective solution for keeping your plants healthy. Neem has been used in gardening for over 5,000 years, primarily as a natural pest control, but this product is best for preventing fungal infections and keeps your leaves looking beautiful by enhancing fertiliser uptake.

Keep your plant looking its best throughout the seasons by grabbing this ready-to-use spray. Find in-store at STEPS Garden Centre, $13.05 sale price for 500ml ($14.50 full price).

Bottle of Triple Boost plant fertiliser held in the STEPS Garden Centre with plants and flowers in the background

Plant of Health: Triple Boost

Triple Boost is packed with nutritional power for a wide range of plants, from natives and fruit trees to herbs and turf. It’s formulated with minerals and essential trace elements, including zinc and boron, to prevent nutritional deficiencies and support strong development.

If you want your plants to look lush and vibrant throughout winter, we recommend Triple Boost. Find in-store at STEPS Garden Centre, $14.40 sale price for 500ml ($16 full price).

Ready to get growing?

Our expert team of passionate gardeners can help you choose the perfect plant for your space, soil and garden goals. 

Visit STEPS Garden Centre to explore our autumn feature plants and get expert advice on planting, care and placement. 

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