Shrubs - Just Arrived
Although some people regard shrubs as miniature trees, they have completely different growth habits. Some can sucker themselves and send creeping underground stems which root and thereby propagate themselves, whilst others renew themselves after hard pruning.
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From broadleaf evergreens to deciduous shrubs, from flowering shrubs to those valued chiefly for their foliage or twigs, the diversity amongst this group of plants is infinite. When considering creating a feature or focal point with a shrub, take into consideration its habits – if you want it to retain its emphasis in the design, make sure it is an evergreen. If you want a shrub to make a splash of colour that is ongoing, check the length of the flowering period.
Some shrubs are best planted in groups for bold effect. Plant in groups of odd numbers – 3, 5, 7. There is a wide range of shrubs that are quick and dense growing and that are therefore ideal for use as hedges. The native species particularly, lend themselves to this purpose. Try Corokia, Griselinia, Pittosporum varieties.
Small, low-growing shrubs such as lavender and thyme are often termed sub-shrubs; a natural plant community dominated by shrubs is called a shrubland. An area of cultivated shrubs in a park or garden is known as a shrubbery.
There is an ideal shrub for every purpose: for acting as a screen, for privacy, for softening the lines of the house, for releasing fantastic fragrance or simply for looking beautiful. Come into the Nursery and we'll be happy to guide you and answer any questions you may have.
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aka River Wattle
This interesting foliage shrub comes to us from "across the ditch" and is a useful landscaping or container plant. The lime green 'curvaceous' foliage forms a compact weeping mound. Will do best in well drained, light soil in sun or part shade.
Acacia 'Curvaceous' should only be given a very light dressing of slow release fertilizer in the autumn as it is not a greedy plant and shouldn't be over fertilized.
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 70cm x 100cm
Acacia Curvaceous
Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$29.99
aka Bottlebrush
A robust and easy to grow evergreen shrub with stiff green foliage. Masses of crimson 'bottle-brushes' appear at the end of each branch from spring through to autumn. Loved by the birds and the bees. Likes a warm position with protection from harsh frost but generally undemanding.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 2m
Callistemon Red Cluster
Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm ?
Container: 4.5l ?
$29.99
aka Buttercup Tree
Buttercup Tree. This evergreen shrub is a real stand out in the winter garden. The dark green foliage is covered by a mass of bright yellow 'buttercup' blooms from autumn through winter. Easy to grow in a sunny well drained spot preferably with some wind protection.
As the 'Buttercup Tree' blooms on new growth it is a good idea to prune after flowering each year to encourage new shoots. Don't worry if the leaflets fold at night - they do this naturally - isn't nature clever?
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 2m
Cassia John Ball
Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$26.99
This spreading prostrate evergreen produces tight clusters of powder-blue flowers. These contrast nicely with the small lime green leaves that are splashed a darker green. This plant needs a well drained warm site in full sun position. Once established it requires little attention other than a light pruning after flowering.
Habit: Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 15cm x 100cm
Ceanothus Diamond Heights
Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$26.99
aka Breath of Heaven
Low spreading shrub with golden aromatic foliage and tiny little star shaped flowers in palest pink that appear in late winter-spring. A versatile and easy to grow shrub that doesn't mind a trim every now and then. Likes the sun and good drainage. Tolerates light frost. Evergreen.
Habit: Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 75cm x 100cm
Coleonema Sunset Gold
Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$26.99
Coleonema Sunset Gold
Expected Stock Height: 15/20 cm ?
New stock expected Beginning of April, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price $34.99. Payment on order.
aka Bush Morning Glory
Morning Glory Bush. One of the best silver foliage shrubs available. Looks fabulous planted in a group. Pure white open trumpet flowers produced en masse from summer through to autumn. As with most grey foliage plants happiest in sunny position with good drainage. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 60cm x 100cm
Convolvulus Cneorum
Current Stock Height: 15/20 cm ?
Container: 2.4l ?
$29.99
Convolvulus Cneorum
Expected Stock Height: 10/15 cm ?
New stock expected Autumn, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price $26.99. Payment on order.
Convolvulus Cneorum
New stock expected Beginning of April, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price $34.99. Payment on order.
aka Escallonia
A compact dwarf Escallonia with vibrant glossy leaves and brilliant pink bell-shaped flowers from late Spring to late Summer. Fast growing, it will develop into a showy hedge. Good as a potted specimen. Prefers full sun to part shade, well drained soil. Good coastal plant, frost tolerant. Evergreen
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 80cmcm x 80cmcm
Escallonia Pink Elle
Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$29.99
aka Bay Tree
A selected form of the ancient and ever popular Bay Tree. Having smaller leaves than other forms makes it ideal for topiary work. The leaves are aromatic, dark green and leathery and just love to be clipped or cooked! Tolerant of most conditions including coastal. Evergreen. Culinary.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Laurus Nobilis Tuscan Towers Std 110cm
Current Stock Height: STD-110/HGT-130 cm ?
Container: 6l ?
$139.99
aka Fringe Flower
An attractive and easy care shrub with arching branches of deep burgundy wine foliage. In spring and summer dark pink 'fringed' flowers appear and these carry a pleasant fragrance. Easy to grow in sun or part shade, prefers well drained soil. Presented here as a topiary standard.
Habit: Arching
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Loropetalum Burgundy Std
Current Stock Height: STD-100/HGT-120 cm ?
Container: 10l ?
$139.99
aka Fringe Flower
Plum Gorgeous is the deepest and darkest coloured foliage of any Loropetalum, and retains its colour all year round. It’s interesting that this fact is seen as a greater attribute than the hot pink tasseled flowers it has through the spring and summer. Evergreen
Great in pots. Clips well.
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Habit: Compact
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 150cm
Loropetalum Plum Gorgeous
Current Stock Height: 20/25 cm ?
Container: 4.5l ?
$44.99
Stock of this item is very low.
Loropetalum Plum Gorgeous
Expected Stock Height: 15/25 cm ?
New stock expected Middle of March, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price $32.99. Payment on order.
Produces red new growth when other Nandinas are green (spring and autumn). A compact, rounded, evergreen shrub with that produces red new growth in spring and autumn. In winter months, turns vivid red all over. Fabulous for foliage contrast and texture. It is a smaller variety that is a perfect height for fences, borders or hedging. PVR.AKA
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 60cm x 60cm
Nandina Blush
Expected Stock Height: 15/20cm ?
New stock expected Middle of April, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price $29.99. Payment on order.
Nandina Blush
Expected Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
New stock expected Middle of March, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price $44.99. Payment on order.
aka Nandina
This Nandina is for those of you who don't want red in your gardens! Magical Lemon n Lime has bright lime green foliage that fades to a deep green -it will not turn red even in winter! The two tone greens look amazing. Stunning as a hedge, boarder or in containers, superb for cut foliage. Evergreen
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 90cm x 90cm
Nandina Magical Lemon Lime
Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
Container: 4.5l ?
$44.99
Stock of this item is very low.
Nandina Magical Lemon Lime
Expected Stock Height: 10/15 cm ?
New stock expected Middle of April, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price $29.99. Payment on order.
aka Glory Bush
Glory Bush. Beautiful dark green velvety leaves and purple coloured flowers in summer and autumn. Frost tender and needs protection from the wind. Will grow well in a sunny spot in the garden. Evergreen
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.5m
Tibouchina Purple Moon
Current Stock Height: 35/50 cm ?
Container: 2.4l ?
$29.99
A compact shrub with quite coarse green foliage, carmine red buds appear in late winter and open to white blooms tinged pink. Flowers are lightly perfumed and followed by dark blue berries. Easy to grow in sun or light shade. Responds well to pruning. Evergreen.
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.3m
Viburnum Eve Price
Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$26.99
A compact shrub with quite coarse green foliage, carmine pink buds appear in late winter and open to white blooms tinged pink. Flowers are lightly perfumed and followed by dark blue berries. Easy to grow in sun or light shade. Responds well to pruning. Evergreen. RHS AGM.
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.3m
Viburnum Gwenllian
Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$26.99
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