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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 Jointed Rush or Oioi

Wetland. A NZ (Oioi) Reed with fine grey-green needles of foliage with brown markings at intervals along the length of the leaves. Forms a large clump. Grows in water or in damp ground. Tolerates salty water. Very decorative in a pot and useful for floral work. Tough as. Evergreen.

May be toxic to animals.

 

Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 1m x 1m

Apodasmia Similis

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Container: 1.5l  ? 

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Apodasmia Similis

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Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Bronze Tussock Grass

Native tussock grass with an attractive densely tufted fine bronze foliage. This grass does best in full sun and will grow in quite swampy conditions. Useful for special effects in landscaping when mass planted. Brown flower heads in summer. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Grass weeping
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Mature Size (HxW): 60cm x 40cm

Carex Tenuicalmis

Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Sand Dune Coprosma

Unique, unusual shrub that forms a cushiony mound of slender, twisting, intertwining branchlets. The stems have a golden tone. Suitable for Coastal planting.

 

Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 45cm x 150cm

Coprosma Acerosa

Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Sand Dune Coprosma

NZ Native. This form was discovered on cliffs near Hawera. It is a ground hugging native that forms a tight mat of small narrow olive green leaves. Excellent landscape plant for covering large areas of ground. Hardy, tolerant of cold and wind. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 40cm x 200cm

Coprosma Hawera

Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

$9.99

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Coprosma Hawera

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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: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.5m

Coprosma Ignite

Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

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Native. This quick growing coprosma creates a mat of rich green foliage. It is easily grown in a sunny position and make an excellent groundcover for banks. Tolerates most soil types, including coastal and exposed sites. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 30-50cm x 150cm

Coprosma Kirkii

Current Stock Height: 5/15 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Mirror Plant

Native. Named for where it grows naturally - the Poor Knights Islands - this Coprosma is valued for the beautiful glossy green and evergreen foliage. Its growth habit is low and wide so it makes a good filler for banks etc. Likes the sun and can tolerate dry coastal conditions but not frost.

 

Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 50cm x 100cm

Coprosma Poor Knights

Current Stock Height: 15/20 cm  ? 

Container: 1.5l  ? 

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Coprosma Poor Knights

Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm  ? 

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aka Karamu

Native. Commonly known as Karamu this evergreen native shrub has small dark green leaves with pale under-sides. Insignificant pale green flowers are followed by small orange berries that birds love. Easy to grow in sun or part shade with protection from harsh frost. Trim regularly to keep tidy.

Early Maori used Karamu as a food source and of course native birds love the berries. Believe it or not Coprosma are in the same family as the coffee plant but we wouldn't recommend substituting Karamu for your favourite brew!

 

Flower Colour: Green
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 1.5m

Coprosma Robusta

Container: 14cm  ? 

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Coprosma Robusta

Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Cabbage Tree

Native. A most handsome and striking form of our native 'Cabbage Tree'. The green swords of foliage are heavily banded with rich cream blushed with just a little pink. Looks magnificent in a container or group planted for extra impact. Tolerates sun or part shade. Evergreen.

This Cordyline is very popular in Britain and has been awarded a Certificate of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society.

 

Flower Colour: Cream
Habit: Cabbage Tree
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 1.5m

Cordyline Albertii

Expected Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

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aka Kahikatea or White Pine

This NZ native conifer can reach over 60m when fully mature but that takes quite some time; our height is for 10 year's growth. Juvenile trees have fine drooping bronze 'needles' which eventually change to a green, more a flattened leaf. Produces berries which are loved by birds. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 4m

Dacrycarpus Dacrydioides(Kahikatea)

Current Stock Height: 80/90 cm  ? 

Container: 1l  ? 

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Dacrycarpus Dacrydioides (Kahikatea)

Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm  ? 

Container: 5l  ? 

$59.99

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Dacrycarpus Dacrydioides (Kahikatea)

Current Stock Height: 160/190 cm  ? 

Container: 14l  ? 

$89.99

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aka Ake Ake

Native. Ake Ake. A no fuss evergreen foliage shrub that can be used for hedging or background planting. The slightly wavy leaves are shaded purple and bronze and will have better colour if not over-fed or pampered. Will grow just about anywhere except full shade. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 1m

Dodonea Purpurea

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Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Ake Ake

Native. Ake Ake. A useful background or foliage shrub that can be used for screening or hedging. The light green leaves have wavy margins. Fast growing, hardy and adaptable. Tolerates some clipping and will grow just about anywhere but full shade. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 1m

Dodonaea Viscosa

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Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Hebe or Veronica

With bright green tightly packed foliage that forms a natural mound this little Hebe is great for planting in groups to add interest and contrast to planting schemes. Dainty white flowers appear in summer but they are not the main feature. Plant in sun or part shade in well drained soil. Evergreen.


 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 30cm x 30cm

Hebe Emerald Green

Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

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aka Hebe or Veronica

A neat and tidy little Hebe that has a compact habit. Dainty leaves in a soft olive green shade and masses of tiny lilac-blue flowers in the warm summer months. Plant in a well drained sunny spot and trim lightly after flowering. Evergreen.


 

Flower Colour: Lavender / Blue
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 60cm x 60cm

Hebe Margret

Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

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aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. Call it Tea Tree or call it Manuka or even by its botanical name of Leptospermum this ubiquitous native tree is a familar site in our landscape. The scented white flowers that appear in summer attract bees that produce delicious honey. Will grow almost anywhere. Evergreen.

 

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

Leptospermum Scoparium

Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Mountain Flax

Native. A smaller red foliage variety of mountain flax. Gracefully drooping long bronze leaves and in spring long flower spikes, loved by native birds. An all purpose plant adds colour and texture to your garden. Thrives in wet or dry soils, tolerates sunny, shady and exposed areas. Evergreen

 

Flower Colour: Yellow
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 100cm x 100cm

Phormium Cookianum Purpurea

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

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Phormium Cookianum Purpurea

Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Flax

An award winning Flax valued because of the attractive variegated foliage and nice tidy, compact habit. The sword like leaves have a green centre and are edged with a soft creamy yellow. Will grow just about anywhere and is very hardy. Evergreen. RHS AGM.


 

Flower Colour: Yellow / Red
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 60cm x 60cm

Phormium Duet

Current Stock Height: 25/40cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Flax

Native. This delightful little NZ Flax has a strong band of pink through each arching sword of foliage. Nice compact habit making 'Pixie' a good choice for a rockery or container. Easy to grow and tough as anything. Evergreen. PVR FLX029.


 

Flower Colour: Brown
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Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 50cm x 75cm

Phormium Pixie

Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Flax

Native. A beautiful Flax with luxuriant, unfading rich purple-black swords of foliage that form a neat clump. Equally fabulous in the garden or a container and so easy to grow. Sun to part shade and soil that does not completely dry out in summer will keep this Flax looking good. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Yellow / Red
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 100cm

Phormium Platts Black

Current Stock Height: 25/40 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

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aka Flax

Native. A very attractive Flax with arching, broad, sword like leaves in tones of bronze-green with pink margins that gradually fade to cream. Overall has a pink tone so nice to combine with grey or burgundy foliage. Plant in sun or semi-shade. Hardy, vigorous and evergreen. RHS AGM.

 

Flower Colour: Brown / Yellow
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 1m

Phormium Sundowner

Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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Phormium Sundowner

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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aka New Zealand Green Flax

Native. The term 'tenax' means strong and tough and this NZ Flax certainly is all of that. Broad swords of green foliage form strong clumps that are perfect for mass planting along stream banks, around ponds or naturalising in the landscape. Tolerant of just about anything. Evergreen.

The summer flowers are much loved by birds especially the native Tui whose beak is perfectly formed to gather nectar from the blooms.

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 2m

Phormium Tenax

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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Phormium Tenax

Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

$9.99

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aka Flax

Native flax. A very handsome flax that will provide year round colour with it's brilliant gold, cream and green striped leaves. Looks great in semi-shaded areas. Tolerant and hardy, withstanding most conditions. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1m x 1m

Phormium Waitara Gold

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Lemonwood

Native. A very popular tree which is fast growing and frequently used for hedging, shelter and as a singular specimen tree The leaves, have a lemon scent when crushed. Cream yellow flowers. Hardy to just about everything including attacks by oppossums. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Yellow
Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 3m

Pittosporum Eugenioides

Current Stock Height: 45/55 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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aka Kohuhu

Native. An easy to grow and well behaved native tree with attractive, undulating, pale green foliage. The small dark purple flowers emit a heady fragrance in the spring evening air. Great for screening, hedges and for background foliage. Trims well. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Purple / Red
Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 3m

Pittosporum Tenuifolium

Current Stock Height: 50/70 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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Pittosporum Tenuifolium

New stock expected Middle of June, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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aka Chilean Kowhai

Chilean Kowhai. A very close relation of our native Kowhai this gorgeous tree from Chile is a multi-award winner. The dark green glossy fern like foliage is decorated with fat waxy bells of golden yellow in spring. The flowers are full of nectar that birds love. Evergreen. PVR 2453.

Plant your 'Sun King' in a sunny well drained spot and if possible protect from really harsh frost. This lovely tree will bring a graceful look to any planting scheme. Perhaps proof that NZ was once part of Gondwanaland.

 

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

Sophora Sun King

Current Stock Height: 50/70 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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