Conifer at Wairere Nursery

Conifer

From massive forest giants to miniscule mounds of elegant foliage, the Conifer family contains a wide variety. The name "conifer" comes from Latin and means "to bear cones." Although cones are a common feature of most conifers, Junipers and Yews are two exceptions that produce berry-like fruit, which, in the case of Juniper berries, are used to make the G part of the G&T! Among the conifers are some of the smallest, largest and oldest living woody plants known. The more than 500 conifer species are distributed worldwide and are invaluable for their timber as well as their adaptability as garden plants for year-round interest. The diversity of available conifers for the landscape is tremendous.

Nurseries and plants people are devoted to the discovery and introduction of new selections that vary in size, form, color and texture. There has been special interest in the group of conifers classified as "dwarf conifers." One definition of a dwarf conifer is one that fails to attain the size and stature of the parent plant. These smaller growing varieties are invaluable in the smaller space garden designs. The form most commonly associated with conifers is the familiar conical shape of Christmas trees; yet, for the landscape, the range varies from the vertical form of tall columnar plants, globose or rounded forms, spreading forms and the horizontal forms of flat ground covers. Garden conifers come in a rainbow of year-round colours that can be used effectively in creating colour schemes with other plants. Many are shades of green, yellow, orange, blue, lavender, grey or purple, while others are bicolor and have variegated foliage. Many go through seasonal color changes and provide interest in the winter landscape. In the spring, lighter shades of new growth contrast against the darker older foliage. In some cases, new growth emerges not just as a lighter shade but as a bright yellow or red, rivaling any floral display. Some even display two colors of needles. On other conifers, the cones and seed-bearing fruits are brightly colored and decorative during certain seasons of the year. The landscape uses are limited only by the imagination. The strong silhouettes of many compact, slow-growing conifers can accent a corner of a garden bed, frame a doorway or add winter interest to perennial and annual flower beds. Use conifers in foundation plantings, borders or island beds with other shrubs. Plant a mixture of different conifers, blending the various textures, shapes and colors, for a unique low-maintenance landscape. Use large specimens amid expansive lawns and miniature specimens to view up close in containers, troughs or rock gardens. Don't forget that conifers are also stalwart hedging and windbreak plants. The natural growth pattern of a normal or dwarf evergreen is a large part of its charm. Some evergreens can be severely pruned while others will respond to light pruning.

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Agathis Australis Kauri

aka Kauri

NZ's iconic native conifer. Slow growing but well worth the wait for the tree to mature into its stately form. Juvenile tree foliage tends to have copper bronze tones but green becomes the dominant colour as the tree ages. Protect from frost when young. One to plant for your grandchildren! Evergreen

Habit: Pyramidal
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 2.5m

Agathis Australis - Kauri

Current Stock Height: 180/210 cm ?

Container: 8l ?

$229.99

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Araucaria Heterophylla

aka Norfolk Island Pine

A wonderful upright conifer with even tiers of branches around the central trunk. Quick growing and tolerant of coastal conditions where it will happily withstand salt laden winds. Not tolerant of harsh frost or wet feet. Will grow in a container. Looks good as a Christmas Tree. Evergreen.

Habit: Pyramidal
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 10m x 5m

Araucaria heterophylla

Expected Stock Height: 150/180 cm ?

Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.

Araucaria heterophylla

Expected Stock Height: 190/200 cm ?

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Cedrus atlantica

aka Atlas Cedar

An attractive conifer that will become a stunning specimen in a garden. Has an upright, conical form and silver-blue needles. Yellow, pollen-covered male cones followed by small female cones. Hardy to the cold and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

A good timber tree with a fragrant and wood that is usable for construction, finish carpentry and furniture.

Flower Colour: Yellow
Habit: Pyramidal
Leaves: Evergreen, Blue
Mature Size (HxW): 30m x 6m

Cedrus atlantica

Current Stock Height: POT-180/HGT-210 cm ?

Container: 25l ?

$159.99

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Cedrus Deodara

aka Indian Cedar

Indian Cedar. This Conifer will grow into a handsome majestic tree if allowed the space to mature. Upright and pyramidal in shape it has evenly spaced branches draped with blue-grey needles. The branches are slightly pendulous at the tips. Lovely as a potted Christmas tree. Full sun. Evergreen.

Habit: Pyramidal
Leaves: Evergreen, Blue
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 8m x 5m

Cedrus Deodara

Current Stock Height: 90/100 cm ?

Container: 8l ?

$69.99

Cedrus Deodara

Current Stock Height: 130/150 cm ?

Container: 13l ?

$99.99

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Chamaecyparis Boulevard

aka Sawara cypress

A dense pyramidal shrub with intense silvery blue foliage and very soft to touch. Outstanding colour and form. Prefers a well drained position. Evergreen.

Habit: Pyramidal
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 1.5m

Chamaecyparis P Boulevard

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?

Container: 5l ?

$34.99

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Chamaecyparis Columnaris Glauca

Considered the finest blue form of Chamaecyparis, with an erect narrow and symmetrical growth habit. It will fit in any garden with distinction. These are surely one of the most popular, and widely planted evergreens in horticultural practice. Tolerant of any conditions.

Habit: Pyramidal
Leaves: Evergreen, Blue
Mature Size (HxW): 7m x 1m

Chamaecyparis Columnaris Glauca

Expected Stock Height: 20/30 cm ?

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Chamaecyparis Ellwoodii Variegata

'Ellwood's Variegata' is a slow-growing, narrow columnar, evergreen conifer making a large shrub of compact habit. Foliage is rich green and handsomely flecked with gold. Wonderful contrast plant, great in rockeries or combined with maples. Prefers moist well drained soil that is slightly acid. Evergreen

Chamaecyparis Ellwoodii Variegata

Expected Stock Height: 25/35 cm ?

New stock expected Beginning of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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Chamaecyparis Grayswood Pillar

Conifer. This is an advantageous conifer in that it has quick but dense growth in a beautiful columnar habit. Makes great hedge both cut or natural. Intense blue leaves look great contrasted against other conifers, maples or azaleas for a splash of colour. Evergreen

Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Blue
Mature Size (HxW): 5m x 1.5m

Chamaecyparis Grayswood Pillar

Expected Stock Height: 30/35 cm ?

New stock expected Beginning of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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Chamaecyparis Green Globe

aka Chamaecyparis

A very neat and tidy little conifer with fresh green foliage all year round. It is the perfect upright globe shape making it ideal for formal courtyards, accent points and it looks good in a container. Likes the sun and well drained soil. Slow growing and easy care. Evergreen.

Habit: Pyramidal
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 30cm x 30cm

Chamaecyparis L Green Globe

New stock expected Beginning of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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Chamaecyparis Minima

Conifer. A dense globular, small bush of slow growth. Foliage sea-green in short densely packed, often vertically arranged sprays. Evergreen

Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 100cm x 60cm

Chamaecyparis Minima

Expected Stock Height: 40/45 cm ?

New stock expected Beginning of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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