Tasmanian Mountain Pepper (Female)
Grow stunning native berries with timeless evergreen beauty
Tasmannia lanceolata Female, commonly known as Female Native Pepperberry, is a beautiful Australian native shrub prized for its glossy aromatic foliage, creamy white flowers and attractive clusters of vibrant red berries that mature to deep black. When planted near a male Tasmannia lanceolata, the female plant produces its highly ornamental berries, adding outstanding seasonal interest to native gardens and landscapes. Thriving in cool, sheltered positions with well-drained soil, this evergreen shrub is perfect for screening, feature planting and rainforest-style gardens. Its dense growth, year-round foliage and edible peppery berries make it a unique addition to Melbourne gardens.
Plant Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Tasmannia lanceolata Female |
| Common Name | Female Native Pepperberry |
| Plant Type | Evergreen native shrub |
| Mature Height | 2m–4m (up to 5m in ideal conditions) |
| Mature Width | 1.5m–3m |
| Light Requirements | Full sun to part shade |
| Water Requirements | Moderate; prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Frost Tolerance | Excellent; tolerates frost and cool climates |
| Ideal Uses | Screening, hedging, feature planting, native gardens, rainforest gardens and wildlife habitats |
Why You’ll Love It
| Benefit | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Decorative Native Berries | Produces colourful berries when pollinated by a nearby male plant. |
| Dense Evergreen Growth | Creates excellent year-round screening and privacy. |
| Aromatic Foliage | Leaves release a pleasant spicy aroma when crushed. |
| Bird Friendly | Flowers and berries attract native birds and beneficial wildlife. |
| Australian Native | Well adapted to a range of Australian garden conditions. |
| Responds Well to Pruning | Easily maintained as a hedge or compact feature shrub. |
Add year-round beauty and seasonal colour to your landscape with Tasmannia lanceolata Female, an elegant native shrub that combines lush foliage, ornamental berries and excellent screening performance.
