Fruit and Nuts - Just Arrived
And the well-worn wail of “Id simply love to grow fruit trees but I have no space in my garden” does not cut it. With the help of the technique of Espalier and with so many new varieties being bred that can live hapily in tubs, there is no excuse. One gardener we know has a variety of fourteen different fruits growing in her 500sq meter section and she still has space for ornamentals, a pond, veggies and a small native forest – plus the house of course.
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The varieties of most fruits are now so plentiful that there is something to please all tastes – no matter how nuts about fruit you are! Or just how fruity you are!
‘Fruits and Nuts’ encompasses a broad spectrum of plants, but like most traditionally cultivated plants, they all generally enjoy well-drained moist soils that are high in humus. They do need regular attention in the form of annual pruning which helps to expose the branches to the sun and air which practice helps to produce a quality harvest. But hey, what is a bit of effort with the shears once a year in comparison to the prize pleasure of a freshly picked, juicy, sweet plum or pear or peach?
Ever heard that saying “nutty as a fruitcake” – how did nuts first become associated with being a little crazy? Well we all know how rich in nutritional content nuts are, and that no self-respecting fruitcake would be without them, so don’t be nuts, go nuts and grow nuts!
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Blueberry Northern Highbush. 'Muffin' TM was developed in conjunction with Plant and Food Research and produces heavy crops of delicious berries in summer and autumn. Best grown in areas that get some winter chill. Will perform best if planted with another variety such as 'Blue Joy'. Deciduous. PVR.
Northern Highbush Blueberries are suitable for cooler climates
PVR:
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 60cm x 60cm
Blueberry Muffin NH
Current Stock Height: 30/35 cm ?
Container: 1.9l ?
$39.99
aka Sapote
This native mexican fruiting tree comes from the highlands and as a result is fairly hardy. Luke has a mild sweet flavour resembling a combination of peach, banana and pear. Excellent specimen tree with a semi weeping habit. Harvest May-June. Self Fertile. Semi deciduous.
Casimiroa produce fruit with a pear like texutre
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Casimiroa Luke
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$69.99
Stock of this item is very low.
aka Sapote
Rich sweet and musky flavour, resembling a combination of peach, banana and pear with a smooth texture. Harvest when fruit are firm and changing from green to yellow. Excellent specimen tree with a semi weeping habit. Harvest May-June. Self Fertile. Semi deciduous.
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Casimiroa Sue Belle
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$69.99
Stock of this item is very low.
aka Sapote
Rich sweet and musky flavour, resembling a combination of peach, banana and pear with a smooth texture. Harvest when fruit are firm and changing from green to yellow. Excellent specimen tree with a semi weeping habit. Harvest May-June Self Fertile. Semi deciduous.
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 5m
Casimiroa Te Puna
Current Stock Height: 35/45 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$69.99
aka Pineapple Guava
Antoinette TM Heavy crops of medium to large fruit with semi smooth green skin. Sweet juicy from flesh that is soft and smooth. Yum Yum. As with all Feijoas will fruit best when 2 or more are planted. Likes a sunny sheltered position. Evergreen.
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PVR:
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Feijoa Antoinette
Current Stock Height: 45/55 cm ?
Container: 3l ?
$39.99
aka Pineapple Guava
Large light green oval fruit, mid-early season, smooth firm skin, mild flavour. Aromatic, pulp is sweet and juicy. Medium sized bushy tree, ideal for hedging. Full sun, well drained soil. Evergreen
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m
Feijoa Arhart
Current Stock Height: 45/55 cm ?
Container: 3l ?
$39.99
aka Pineapple Guava
White Goose TM Heavy crops of large fruit with semi smooth light green edible skin. Sweet juicy flesh that is soft and smooth. Yum Yum. As with all Feijoas will fruit best when 2 or more are planted. Likes a sunny sheltered position. Evergreen.
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PVR:
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Feijoa White Goose
Current Stock Height: 45/ 50 cm ?
Container: 3l ?
$39.99
aka Chilean Guava Syn Ugni Molinae
AKA as Chilean Guava or NZ Cranberry. A reliable little shrub with tight small leaves in an attractive bronze green shade. Little white flowers in spring are followed by fragrant edible berries. Easy to grow, clips well so can be used for topiary or hedging. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1m x 1m
Myrtus Ugni
Current Stock Height: 20/40 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$24.99
Myrtus Ugni
Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ?
Container: 0.5l ?
$6.99
Myrtus Ugni
Expected Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
New stock expected Middle of July, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Olive
This olive from Greece has a nice compact form making a good choice for topiary work. Attractive grey green foliage and small white flowers followed by heavy crops of small fruit that have good oil content. Happiest in the sun with protection from harsh wind. Keep watered when young. Evergreen.
While Olives can tolerate poor soil they are happiest in nice fertile loam. Feed annually with a well-balanced fertiliser.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 3.5m
Olea El Greco
Current Stock Height: 200/220 cm ?
Container: 35l ?
WAS $249.99 LESS 20%
NOW $199.99
Stock of this item is very low.
Olea El Greco
Current Stock Height: 80/100 cm ?
Container: 5l ?
WAS $34.99 LESS 20%
NOW $27.99
Stock of this item is very low.
aka Olive
This Olive is a top producing commercial variety that produces heavy reliable crops of excellent sized drupes or fruits. Proven to be one of the best varieties for growing in the North Island. Good for oil production and pickling. Equally just a nice ornamental evergreen tree.
Olives are easy care trees, that prefer a nice loamy soil and sunny position. Feed annually with a well-balanced fertiliser.
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 3m
Olea J5
Current Stock Height: 120/130 cm ?
Container: 5l ?
WAS $34.99 LESS 20%
NOW $27.99
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