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Natives - Just Arrived

There are so many good reasons to plant a New Zealand native as gardeners all over the world have discovered. During a recent trip to Europe I swear I saw a Cabbage Tree (Corydline) in every back yard I peeked into! Here at home, planting a NZ Native is really an act of conservation as it ensures the continuation of native plant species. Along with that there is the added bonus of attracting native birds to your garden and beneficial native insects. However before we get too "Green" and serious lets just apreciate the wonderful layers of colour, texture and distinctive form that NZ Natives offer the gardener.  


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aka Wharawhara

A stunning native that hails from the Chatham Islands. Strong broad swords of arching foliage coloured a sensuous silver grey. Use in groups for a bold dramatic statement. Tolerant of sun or part shade but hates "wet feet". Looks good in a container. Hardy and evergreen.

 

Habit: Clump Forming
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 1.5m

Astelia Chathamica

Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$29.99

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aka Wharawhara

A delightful classic Astelia except this one has attractive silvery lime like leaves that arch. Often seen growing in the crutches of trees makes this plants suitable for well drained to dry soil types or pot and tub culture. as it names suggest flowers are fragrant.

 

Mature Size (HxW): 100 x 100cm

Astelia Fragrans

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$29.99

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aka Tussock, NZ Sedge

This native 'grass' is really tough and hardy tolerating cold winds and almost any soil. The brick-orange foliage looks very graceful as it waves and dances in the wind. Ideal for planting in large drifts. If the clumps become a little untidy just chop back hard for renewed vigour. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Clump Forming
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 60cm x 50cm

Carex Testacea

Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm  ? 

Container: 1.5l  ? 

$14.99

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Carex Testacea

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Miniature Toetoe

The perfect plant to add texture and movement to your planting scheme. The arching narrow foliage sways gracefully in the wind. Plumes of creamy green flowers appear in early summer. Hardy and tolerant, easy to grow just about anywhere but prefers a well drained position. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Cream
Habit: Clump Forming
Mature Size (HxW): 1m x 1m

Chionochloa Flavicans

Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm  ? 

Container: 1.3l  ? 

$19.99

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Chionochloa Flavicans

New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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aka Kaka Beak

Red Kaka Beak. This is a fast growing hardy shrub that is covered in drooping clusters of Red parrot beak shaped flowers in early summer, these are very attractive to birds. Regular tip pruning after flowering preserves shape

 

Flower Colour: Red
Habit: Arching
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 2m

Clianthus Maximus

Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$29.99

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aka Mirror bush

Coprosma repens Ignite. Brilliant red variegated foliage in the summer deepens to deep red and burgundy in the winter. A hardy small shrub which will look great in any garden situation. Evergreen. PVR

 

Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.5m

Coprosma Ignite

Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$26.99

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Coprosma Ignite

Current Stock Height: 30/35 cm  ? 

Container: 6l  ? 

$54.99

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aka Mirror Plant

Native. Set your garden on fire with this outstanding foliage shrub. The rich deep orange, red and pink hues of the summer foliage deepen to deep red for the winter. Very striking. Easy to grow in sun or part shade but best protected from harsh frost. Evergreen. PVR.

 

PVR: SHM253
Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.5m

Coprosma Inferno

Current Stock Height: 15/20 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Mirror Plant

An attractive NZ Native, foliage shrub with small glossy leaves in shades of lemon, lime and green. The colour will intensify in winter. Use as a back-ground plant or for hedging. Easy to grow in most conditions but needs protection from harsh frost. Evergreen. PVR SHM252.

 

PVR: SHM252
Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.2 x 1.2m

Coprosma Lemon n Lime

Current Stock Height: 15/20 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Kapuka

Native. A selected form of the ever popular Griselinia. Gorgeous, broad, glossy green foliage with attractive wavy margins. Ideal background shrub but at its best when used as a hedge. Tolerant of just about any planting conditions including coastal. Very tidy and well groomed. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m

Griselinia Broadway Mint

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 1l  ? 

$12.99

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Griselinia Broadway Mint

Current Stock Height: 80/100 cm  ? 

Container: 5l  ? 

WAS $39.99
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Griselinia Broadway Mint

Current Stock Height: 25/35 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

$9.99

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aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. Manuka AKA Tea Tree. Exquisite double flowers that start appearing in late winter and continue through to the spring. The flowers are in tones of burgundy-red and are complemented by the dainty deep bronze aromatic foliage. Happy in the sun. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Red / Red
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 1.5m

Leptospermum Burgundy Queen

Current Stock Height: 110/130 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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aka NZ Iris

Native. The NZ Iris is an attractive clump forming perennial with spears of fresh green foliage. In summer white 'butterfly' flowers dance above the leaves on stiff, wiry stems. These are followed by ornamental seed pods. Well worth planting and easy to grow. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Clump Forming
Mature Size (HxW): 50cm x 100cm

Libertia Grandiflora

Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$26.99

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Libertia Grandiflora

Expected Stock Height: 10/15 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of May, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price $22.99. Payment on order.

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aka Kowhai

If you want a well behaved, rewarding evergreen shrub then it would be hard to go past this delightful little Kowhai. Compact and tidy and completely covered in rich yellow bells in late winter that birds love, especially Tui and Waxeyes. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen

 

Flower Colour: Yellow
Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 2m

Sophora Dragons Gold

Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$29.99

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aka Kowhai

Native. The floral emblem of NZ and loved by Tuis and gardeners alike. The native name Kowhai means yellow and represents the pendulous racemes of nectar filled yellow flowers that appear in spring. This species flowers at a younger age than others. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Yellow
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4.5m x 3m

Sophora Tetraptera

Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm  ? 

Container: 1.9l  ? 

$16.99

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Sophora Tetraptera

Current Stock Height: 160/220 cm  ? 

Container: 25l  ? 

$229.99

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Sophora Tetraptera

Current Stock Height: 140/180 cm  ? 

Container: 5l  ? 

$29.99

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