Topiary and Standards - Just Arrived
There are many plants that lend themselves to being Topiary specimens. Essentially, it is more desirable that the plant is evergreen, that the leaves are fairly small and interesting, that it produces a seasonal flower and, most important, that it responds well to constant pruning.
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People imagine that the Art of Topiary is time-consuming and only for those who have that special artistic flair - but that is a myth! Once the shape has been formed initially, it is merely a question of giving it the odd haircut. It is a garden task that can be done with secateurs in one hand - whilst the other hand can hold a glass of chilled Chardonnay!
And as for that artistic flair, you never know until you try. Unleash that inner creativity and give it a go! You may be pleasantly surprised. And at the very worst, you can always let the plant re-grow, like a bad haircut!
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aka Box Std
This form of Buxus has attractive green leaves with lighter green new growth, suitable for classic small hedges and topiary work. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Presented here as a standard. Evergreen.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Buxus Green Gem Std 70cm
Current Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ?
Container: 10l ?
$109.99
aka Box
The ubiquitous English Box is a versatile and rewarding plant that is easy to grow. The small, stiff, green leaves are perfect for trimming and shaping and always look good at any time of year. This 1 ball topiary specimen can be grown in a container or a special place in the garden. Evergreen.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 100cm x 60cm
Buxus Sempervirens 1 Ball Std 50 cm
Current Stock Height: STD-50/HGT-65 cm ?
Container: 8l ?
$109.99
aka English Box
The ubiquitous English Box is a versatile and rewarding plant that is easy to grow. The small, stiff, green leaves are perfect for trimming and shaping and always look good at any time of year. This 2 ball topiary specimen can be grown in a container or a special place in the garden. Evergreen.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Buxus Sempervirens 2 Ball Std
Current Stock Height: Std-60/HGT 75 ?
Container: pb8 ?
$119.99
aka Korokio Std
Standard. Chocolate without the calories! The soft melted chocolate colour of the leaves combines well with other foliage and looks fantastic as a formal hedge with a difference. Easy to grow and clips extremely well. Yellow flowers in spring followed by berries that birds love. Evergreen.
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Corokia Frosted Chocolate Std 70cm
Current Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ?
Container: 6l ?
$109.99
aka Korokio
A tough, hardy shrub discovered by the late Mike Geenty in the Waikato. A top plant for hedging or topiary. Attractive olive-green leaves, small yellow flowers in spring followed by red berries that birds love. Tolerates regular trimming. Presented here as a topiary standard. Evergreen.
Corokia are tolerant of coastal conditions and thrive in just about any soil though their preference is for an open sunny site. Very quick to establish. Can be grown in a container.
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Corokia Geentys Green Std 70 cm
Current Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ?
Container: 6l ?
$109.99
aka Grevillea
New standard form of this evergreen shrub with bright red flowers and glossy green foliage. Ideal for attracting birds into the garden. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Light pruning will help to maintain the shape of the shrub. Evergreen. PVR.
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Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): stdcm x 100cm
Grevillea Lady O Std
Current Stock Height: STD-50/90cm/HGT-90 c ?
Container: 3.3l ?
$69.99
aka Box Honeysuckle
'Box Honeysuckle' is a fast growing evergreen shrub with tiny, oval, deep green, glossy leaves that are perfect for shaping and trimming. Popular for topiary and hedging and presented here as an attractive spiral. Hardy and easy to grow in the garden or a container, prefers a sunny position.
'Box Honeysuckle' or Lonicera does have small creamy fragrant flowers in summer but these are usually removed with regular clipping. To keep your spiral shape trim regularly with sharp secateurs.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Topiary
Lonicera Nitida Spiral
Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm ?
Container: 8L ?
$149.99
aka Box Honeysuckle
'Box Honeysuckle' - Bushy evergreen shrub with tiny oval deep green leaves. Small creamy white fragrant flowers in summer. Often used as a faster growing Box substitute. Ideal for topiary work and very effective for hedging. Fast growing and hardy. Presented here as an upright standard.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Lonicera Nitida Std 75cm
Current Stock Height: STD-75/HGT 90 ?
Container: 8l ?
$109.99
aka Port Wine Magnolia
Port Wine Magnolia. The dark wine-red blooms of this adaptable evergreen shrub are a little shy, hiding amongst the glossy green foliage. You'll definitely know they're there when you become intoxicated by the powerful fruity fragrance. Plant in sun or part shade with acid soil for best results.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Michelia Figo Std
Current Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-130 cm ?
Container: 6l ?
$129.99
Michelia Figo Std
Current Stock Height: STD-50/HGT-100-120 c ?
Container: 8l ?
$149.99
aka Chilean Guava or Cranberry
Attractive bronze-green foliage all year round, fragrant pretty white flowers in spring and edible reddish-purple berries in summer. The berries are often referred to as 'Cranberries' but they are not the true Cranberry. Nonetheless they have a nice flavour and are pleasant to eat.
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Myrtus Ugni Std
Current Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ?
Container: 8l ?
$109.99
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. Standard. Evergreen.
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Olea El Greco Std 120cm
Current Stock Height: STD-120/150 cm ?
Container: 8l ?
$109.99
Olea El Greco Std 3yrs
New stock expected Beginning of June, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $129.99. Payment on order.
aka Germander
Add a touch of the Mediterranean with this informal standard of silvery foliage. Looks wonderful combined with whites or blues. Happiest in a warm, sunny well drained spot. Lavender blue flowers appear throughout the year. Clips well. Suitable for a container. Evergreen.
The secret to your Teucrium std looking good is regular trimming however it is important that your last trim for the summer is done no later than mid March.
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Teucrium Fruticans Std 40 cm
Expected Stock Height: STD-40/HGT-55 cm ?
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
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