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Fruit and Nuts - Just Arrived

Have you noticed that there is a growing trend towards growing food in one’s own back yard? It is no longer the practice of only a few tree-hugging ‘greenies’ or permaculture practitioners, but has become a pretty mainstream, trendy and, lets face it, sensible thing to do. Apart from the sheer delight of plucking a ripe and juicy fruit specimen off the tree in your own backyard for instant gratification of the senses, the benefits of eating produce that has been grown with a modicum of control regarding the use of pesticides and herbicides is immeasurable.

 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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Picture of Feijoa Kakapo
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aka Pineapple Guava

This variety of Feijoa has medium sized oval fruit with a rough skin. Inside the flesh is smooth and full of flavour. The fruit ripens around April. Plant in a sunny well drained spot with another Feijoa for company. The fruit will naturally drop when ready. Evergreen.

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Flower Colour: Red / White
Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m

Feijoa Kakapo

Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm  ? 

Container: 4l  ? 

$39.99

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aka Pineapple Guava

'Unique' is a reliable Feijoa that is self-fertile and produces abundant crops of delicious medium to large oval fruit. The skin is smooth along with the pulp and the flavour carries a hint of pineapple. Starts to fruit from a young age. Happy in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen. PVR.

Feijoa Information Page

 

Flower Colour: Red / White
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Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m

Feijoa Unique

Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm  ? 

Container: 3l  ? 

$39.99

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Feijoa Unique

Expected Stock Height: 70/80 cm  ? 

New stock expected Beginning of July, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $49.99. Payment on order.

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Picture of Fig Brown Turkey
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aka Fig Edible

This fruiting fig is highly ornamental as well as productive. Large glossy green foliage and a vigorous growth habit with large fruit that are purplish brown with pink flesh and a rich flavour. Ripe in Jan - Feb. A favourite fig for jam and preserving. Likes the sun and protection from harsh frost. Deciduous.

 

Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 4m

Fig Brown Turkey

Current Stock Height: 65/80 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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Fig Brown Turkey

Expected Stock Height: 160/180 cm  ? 

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

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Picture of Fig Ventura
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aka Fig Edible

Ventura fig has a compact growth form and produces large fruit with green skin and dark red interior flesh. The fruit have a pronounced long neck, ripen later in the season and perform well in the cooler climates of the figs' range. Ventura is grown both for drying and for fresh eating.

Tolerates cooler growing conditions

 

Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 3m x 2m

Fig Ventura

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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Fig Ventura

Expected Stock Height: 60/100 cm  ? 

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

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Picture of Olea Ascolano
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aka Olive

This Olive is popular for the large fruits that have a delicate mild taste. The Olives stay green rather than the usual black when ripe. The attractive grey/green foliage is slightly twisted. Plant in a sunny sheltered spot. Will fruit best with a companion such as 'Frantoio'. Evergreen.

Olives are easy care trees, that prefer a nice loamy soil and sunny position. Feed annually with a well-balanced fertiliser.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 3m

Olea Ascolano

Current Stock Height: 150/170 cm  ? 

Container: 8.5l  ? 

$79.99

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Olea Ascolano

Expected Stock Height: 100/110 cm  ? 

New stock expected Winter, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $36.99. Payment on order.

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Picture of Olea El Greco
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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.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 3.5m

Olea El Greco

Current Stock Height: 170/190 cm  ? 

Container: 35l  ? 

$249.99

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Olea El Greco

Current Stock Height: 80/110 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$34.99

Stock of this item is very low.

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Olea El Greco

Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm  ? 

Container: 8.5l  ? 

$79.99

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Olea El Greco

Expected Stock Height: 40/60 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $32.99. Payment on order.

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Picture of Olea Frantoio
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aka Olive

Frantoio produces quite small Olives that are very high in oil content. It is considered to be the premier oil variety in Tuscany. Excellent flavour for pickling. Highly ornamental as well as productive. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen.

Olives are easy care trees, that prefer a nice loamy soil and sunny position. Feed annually with a well-balanced fertiliser.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 3m

Olea Frantoio

Current Stock Height: 160/170 cm  ? 

Container: 8.5l  ? 

$79.99

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Olea Frantoio

Expected Stock Height: 90/120 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $32.99. Payment on order.

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Olea Frantoio

Expected Stock Height: 80/90 cm  ? 

This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock.

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Olea Frantoio

New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $39.99. Payment on order.

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Picture of Olea J5
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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.

 

Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 3m

Olea Europea J5

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$34.99

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Olea J5

Expected Stock Height: 70/90 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $32.99. Payment on order.

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Picture of Olea Koroneiki
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aka Olive

A small growing Olive that has large crops of small fruit that have a high oil content. Suitable for pickling. Apart from the culinary features 'Koroneiki' also makes a delightful ornamental tree with attractive grey/green foliage. Add a touch of the Mediterranean to your garden. Evergreen.

Olives are easy care trees, that prefer a nice loamy soil and sunny position. Feed annually with a well-balanced fertiliser.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m

Olea Koroneiki

Current Stock Height: 90/110 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$34.99

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Olea Koroneiki

Current Stock Height: 140/160 cm  ? 

Container: 8.5l  ? 

$79.99

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Olea Koroneiki

New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $39.99. Payment on order.

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Picture of Olea Leccino
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aka Olive

A popular Olive that produces a strong spicy flavoured oil. Equally desirable as a highly ornamental evergreen tree with attractive grey-green foliage. This variety is hardy to cold and self-fertile. Plant in a sunny spot in well drained soil. Leccino is a top choice for SI growers. Evergreen.

Olives are easy care trees, that prefer a nice loamy soil and sunny position. Feed annually with a well-balanced fertiliser.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m

Olea Leccino

Current Stock Height: 70/100 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$34.99

Stock of this item is very low.

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Olea Leccino

Current Stock Height: 170/190 cm  ? 

Container: 8.5l  ? 

$79.99

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Olea Leccino

Expected Stock Height: 90/110 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $32.99. Payment on order.

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Olea Leccino

New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $39.99. Payment on order.

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Picture of Olea Rakino
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aka Olive

Providing both ornamental and fruiting benefits Olea Rakino is a shapely, small, open, tree suitable for both inland and coastal situations. A prolific summer fruiter, its flavoursome fruit is ideal for preserving. Evergreen.

Olives are highly ornamental trees as well as good fruit producers. It is important that your Olive does not dry out when the fruit is developing; feed annually with balanced fertiliser.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m

Olea Rakino

Current Stock Height: 160/170 cm  ? 

Container: 8.5l  ? 

$79.99

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Picture of Olea Verdale
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aka Olive

Let me give you the 'good oil' on this yummy Olive. Not only is it a fabulous foliage tree with grey- green leaves you can also look forward to Olive fruits being produced from summer through to autumn. Good oil producer the fruit can be pickled. Likes the sun and protection from wind. Evergreen.

Best grown in a sheltered position. Keep Olives watered when fruit is developing; feed annually with a general slow release fertilizer.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Tree Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 3m

Olea Europea Verdale

Current Stock Height: 150/160 cm  ? 

Container: 8.5l  ? 

$79.99

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Olea Europea Verdale

Expected Stock Height: 100/110 cm  ? 

New stock expected Winter, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $36.99. Payment on order.

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