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aka Juniper myrtle

A Small evergreen tree or shrub that has juniper-like foliage and pretty white flowers that are sought after by florists for flower arranging. The flowers are mostly white but have pinky throats and are produced throughout the year. Can prune to keep small, or allow it to become a slender tree.

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aka Wharawhara

Do you want an easy care, tolerant plant that is architecturally interesting? If so then this is the plant for you. Narrow striking silver green leaves that arch attractively. Tolerant of drought and poor soils. Perfect for group planting, or if you prefer, will do very well in a container. Evergreen.

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aka Wharawhara or Kakaha

Native. A fabulous foliage plant ideal for group planting. Silvery, strap like foliage that is attractively flushed with red and bronze tones. The red colour intensifies in cold weather. Tolerant of sun or part shade but not tolerant of 'wet feet'. Evergreen.

Astelia look their best when group planted and they are a fabulous easy care architectural container plant.

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aka Japanese Laurel

An unusual shrub which is valued for its ability to grow in difficult conditions - it will even tolerate dry shade but doesn't like harsh frost. The large glossy leaves are splashed and spotted with yellow and will light up a dull corner. Small red flowers in spring are followed by waxy red berries.

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aka Japanese Laurel

An unusual shrub which is valued for its ability to grow in difficult conditions - it will even cope with dry shade but doesn't like harsh frost. The large, glossy, green leaves are splashed and spotted with yellow and will light up a dull corner. Male cultivar. Evergreen.

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Outstanding bloomer displaying snow-white blooms with distinctive chartreuse blotch on throat from late winter to mid spring. Useful as low hedge or showy landscape accents. Nice in containers. Evergreen. Plant in slightly acid soil plant. Prefers semi-shade. Evergreen

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Deliciously double crisp white blooms contrast nicely against the dark green foliage of this reliable little evergreen Azalea. Long flowering period that starts in autumn through to spring. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool.

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This lovely little Japanese Azalea is smothered with small bright purple-pink flowers from late winter until early summer. Well behaved and easy to grow it is ideal for mass planting in morning sun or semi-shade. Fresh green foliage that has bronze tones in winter. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea Kurume

A compact evergreen Azalea that hails from Kurume in Japan. Fresh green spring-summer foliage and very pretty white blushed pink flowers in spring. The foliage shows bronze tones in winter. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and group plant to create real impact.

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This pretty little Kurume Azalea has small green leaves and soft mauve flowers that smother the bush from late winter onwards. Prefers morning sun or light shade. Requires acid soil so avoid lime. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea

Kerrigan Indica. . This lovely evergreen azalea has clear white double flowers with masses of petals that make a splendid show in spring. This compact grower is happiest is a slightly acid soil in filtered sunlight where soil doesn't dry out. Great in woodland, borders and containers. Evergreen

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aka Azalea

The large cerise pink blooms of this cheerful little Azalea will certainly brighten up the garden from winter through to spring. A neat and tidy compact habit with evergreen foliage. Plant in semi-shade or morning sun in well drained acid soil for best results.

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aka Azalea

Delightful miniature with green tufted foliage and masses of single pink flowers in early summer. A reliable and hardy Azalea that looks great mass planted. Happiest in part shade, mulch the roots well to keep cool in summer. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea

Deep green closely tufted foliage and large open pure white blooms that smother the bush in summer make this a desirable little shrub. Happiest in well drained acid soil with protection from the afternoon sun. Compact and evergreen. Mulch the root area annually to keep cool.

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aka Azalea

This evergreen Azalea has double white flowers with a green throat set against fresh green foliage. Happiest in a semi-shaded position where it will make quite a statement in late winter early spring. Very pretty. Prefers acid soil and a nice layer of mulch to keep the roots cool.

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aka Azalea

This Kurume Azalea has larger flowers than most. The bright cerise red blooms are semi-double and smother the bush in late winter early spring. Happiest in a semi-shaded position in well drained soil. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea

Discovered in Japan by the famous plant collector Ernest Wilson this hardy little Azalea has masses of tiny, single, cerise flowers from late winter to early summer. Dense fresh green foliage that shows bronze tones in winter. Prefers a semi-shaded spot and acid soil. Evergreen.

Also Known as Christmas Cheer

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aka Azalea

This evergreen Azalea is a real show off with frilly semi-double blooms of hot pink edged with white. It flowers off and on for a long period between March and November. Nice bright green foliage. Generally easy care and easy to grow. Plant in morning sun or dappled shade in acid soil.

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aka Azalea

This little azalea simply masses itself in rose pink blooms over a long period in spring. Very tidy and compact habit. The small bright green leaves become bronze in winter. Top performing plant, happiest with protection from the afternoon sun in soil that is not too dry. Evergreen.

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Southern Indica. Mardi Gras is a low, spreading Belgian Indica azalea which produces the striking colours of white background with red stripes and flashes coming from the centre. The masses of bi coloured blooms are eye catching to say the least.

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aka Azalea

Mrs Kint is at her best in spring when she decorates her dainty dark green foliage with beautiful single white blooms. Happiest in light shade. Nice compact plant which could be used for a low hedge in a shady part of the garden. Evergreen.

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Palestrina is hardy, evergreen shrub produces masses of showy, white flowers with pale green flashes, from late winter through spring. Hardy, evergreen, prefer partial shade and are very suitable for planting in open woodland. Soils need to be rich in organic matter, slightly acidic, moist and free-draining.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Azalea

Fresh green foliage and crisp white, double, frilled flowers with a scattering of green freckles in the throat in spring. Dwarf, compact habit and is one of the best white Azaleas. Prefers an acid soil but is generally easy care and hardy. Perfect choice for a low hedge. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea

This little Kurume Azalea becomes just a mass of peachy pink blooms in late winter early spring. A top performing plant with a tidy compact habit. Plant with protection from the afternoon sun in well drained, acid soil. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea

Medium sized, double, creamy white flowers smother this bush completely in the spring. Neat and compact in habit, hardy and reliable, this plant is a real winner. Looks wonderful in groups of 3 or more. Plant in semi-shade and avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea

The violet purple, single flowers with bright red stamens make a strong statement in the garden during late winter early spring. Lovely grey-green foliage and spreading bushy habit. Happiest with protection from afternoon sun. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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A small shrub with stunning colour in spring and again in autumn. Has an elegant, ruffle edged bloom of bright violet red. The bountiful bloom will add beauty and elegance to your garden or in your patio containers. Prefers moist acid soil in a mostly shaded area. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea

A top Kurume hybrid with fiery crimson red blooms with attractively pointed petals. Plant in groups to light up a shady spot in the garden. Flowers late winter early spring. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Double red and white variegated flowers. Very showy throughout spring. Hardy, evergreen shrubs with a dense, rounded growth habit. Great to use in Japanese-themed gardens, for bonsai, borders and in containers. Suitable for semi-shade where soils are moist, free-draining, slightly acidic and rich in humus.

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aka Azalea

Glowing, ruby red, single blooms smother the glossy green foliage of this lovely Kurume Azalea in late winter early spring. The foliage has a reddish-purple tinge in winter. Happiest in a semi-shaded position. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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aka Azalea

White Schame is a small evergreen shrub that has an abundance of white flowers in late winter to spring and a sporodic display again in autumn. Prefers a cool moist position in acid soil so avoid lime for this gorgeous azalea. Evergreen

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aka Evergreen

Forms a dense spreading evergreen shrub. Single, white spring flowers can repeat during autumn and winter. Best with good soil in a dappled shaded position. Keep well watered over hot, dry periods. Avoid lime. Evergreen.

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aka Barberry

A cute little deciduous shrub that stays nice and compact and is very easy to grow. Richly coloured purple-burgundy foliage from spring onwards deepening to more reddish tones before leaf fall. Inconspicuous white flowers in summer are sometimes followed by red berries. Happiest in the sun.

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aka Brighteyes

Native. An evergreen native shrub with long grey-green leaves with felted white under-sides. In summer lemon daisy like flowers appear in abundance. Has a slightly open mounding habit - responds well to hard pruning if necessary. Prefers a well drained spot. Wind and coastal tolerant.

Named after Sir George Grey who was an early Governor General of NZ (twice).

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Dense bushy shrub with large bold white-grey felty leaves which are large and similar in size to Rangiora but have the colour and texture of B.greyii. Has a fairly open habit and produces large spectacular clusters of rich yellow daisy like flowers in late spring. Grows well in semi-shade.

Great for dry sites. Hardy. Superb plant in many landscapes. Evergreen

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aka Lady of the Night

Beautiful waxy white flowers on long stems in spring and summer. The flowers release their fragrance in the evening. Plant in a sunny sheltered spot in the garden. A great plant for containers. Evergreen.

Brunsfelsia should be pruned lightly after flowering.

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aka Box

A slow growing compact form of Box with a naturally rounded shape. In spring the fresh new growth is shaded a beautiful soft lime green turning to a darker glossy green on maturity. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen.

'Green Gem' is the perfect choice for a low hedge as it doesn't need as much clipping as other Buxus due to its compact habit. Nice for topiary work too. Though 'Green Gem' is very tolerant and hardy it prefers not to have 'wet feet' in winter - quite understandable, I don't much like wet feet myself!

A hardy shrub with round-oval shaped foliage with an indent at the top of each leaf. Has a growth habit being slightly wider than it is high. Suitable for planting out to create low-growing hedges. Likes a sunny position or in partial shade where soils are reasonably fertile and free-draining. Evergreen.

Great for hedging, trimming into a ball or cone.

This form of Box has a smaller leaf than macrophylla varieties hence the name micro = small and phylla = leaf. The glossy green foliage looks good all year round and is particularly attractive in spring. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Clips well, Evergreen.

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A small, evergreen shrub with a natural rounded form with narrow green leaves and dark, crimson-red bottlebrush flowers that appear Spring through to late Autumn. Plant in full sun to light shade. Suitable for growing in coastal areas and tolerates periods of drought. Attracts bees and nectar-feeding birds.

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aka California Lilac

Californian Lilac. Once Joyce gets settled in the garden she will spread herself around a bit as she grows wider than she is tall. Great plant for hot dry banks. Masses of bright blue blooms spring-summer. Likes the sun and good drainage and protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.

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aka Mexican Orange Blossom

A top rated performance plant for multiple planting, filling in a background or can be used as a low hedge. Glossy deep green leaves are offset by aromatic clusters of white flowers late winter through spring. Hardy and easy to grow in sun or light shade. Evergreen.

The name Mexican Orange Blossom describes the look of the white flowers rather than the perfume as the flowers of this useful shrub are aromatic rather than sweetly perfumed.

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aka Mexican Orange Blossom

A wonderful easy care shrub with a neat and tidy habit. Narrow dark green aromatic foliage that always looks good. In spring and summer masses of white star shaped flowers open from pale pink buds. Will grow in sun or part shade, prefers an acid soil but overall is really quite tolerant. Evergreen

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aka Australian Fuchsia

Compact, spreading, Aussie shrub that is smothered in waxy lime-yellow tubular flowers against glossy grey-green foliage nearly year-round. Prefers full sun in well drained soil. Useful as a ground-cover and happy in containers. Tolerant of drought and coastal conditions. Evergreen.

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aka Cotton Bush

A superb evergreen shrub for rockeries delivering a mass display of rusty buds opening into a stunning display of dainty white flowers throughout winter. It tolerates a light frost and is a wonderful low maintainance plant that will only need an occasional light prune coming into spring. Evergreen

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aka Broom

This exquisite, erect shrub gives the appearance that nature is having a party when it is in full bloom. Masses of lilac flowers are born along the upright stems from late spring through summer. The twiggy stems are almost leafless. Highly valued ornamental. Hardy, evergreen.

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A pretty little spreading shrub that will delight you in mid winter when masses of white tubular flowers cover every bare branch and twig. The flowers are followed by fresh green summer foliage that has nice autumn tones before leaf fall. Hardy and easy to grow in sun or part shade.

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aka Sugar Cane Palm

A really stunning specimen for smaller gardens and can be used as a smaller palm for enclosed spaces such as Courtyards and small patio areas. It will produce multiple ringed trunks that add to its elegance. Prefers a sheltered position but can tolerate shade or sun. Can use as an indoor plant.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Spindle Bush

Are you looking for a nice low bright green hedge plant that is easy to grow and clips and shapes well? If so then little "Emerald Gem" is the plant for you. The foliage remains small, dainty and glossy. Tolerant of just about any soil or planting position.

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Add some romance to your garden with this beautiful Gardenia that has very fragrant double, waxy white blooms from autumn through to summer. Glossy green foliage and rounded habit. Plant in semi-shade in nice rich acid soil with protection from frost. Great container plant. Evergreen.

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aka Grevillea

A great plant for quick cover on dry banks and walls. The soft grey-green foliage has a cascading, spreading habit and is complemented by red 'spider-like' blooms from autumn to spring. Likes the sun, good drainage and light soil but doesn't like frost. Evergreen.

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aka Hebe or Veronica

This little Hebe hybrid is well named as it is indeed delightful. Fresh green narrow foliage and pretty sprays of white flowers from spring to summer. Sometimes the blooms have just a hint of soft lilac. Always looks neat and tidy. Happy in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.

Prune your Hebe 'Otari Delight' lightly after flowering to encourage new growth. This Hebe was found as a seedling in Otari-Wilton's Bush in Wellington hence the name.

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aka Smooth Hydrangea

This Hydrangea hails from the USA and is commonly known as the 'Smooth Hydrangea' because of the thin soft heart shaped leaves. Large heads of white flowers open from green buds in summer. The flowers turn green again as they age. Needs a semi-shaded position. Deciduous.

'Annabelle' is very hardy and will flower well even if cut back quite hard each year. Ensure your soil does not completely dry out in summer for best results. The flower heads are poised gracefully on the tips of the branches and this Hydrangea looks simply stunning in full flower. Information Pages

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aka Mophead Hydrangea

Mophead. If you love the crispness of white flowers set against fresh green foliage then you will love this attractive Hydrangea. Big rounded heads of pure white flowers that appear from summer through to autumn. Nice compact habit so equally at home in a container or the garden. Prefers semi-shade.

Hydrangeas are relatively easy care shrubs but do best if they are planted in nice rich soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Information Pages

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Holly. Dark green waxy leaves with purple stems and beautiful little red berries. Suitable as a small specimen tree or can be shaped into a feature topiary. Clips well. Also good for hedging. Hardy and easy to grow. Evergreen.

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aka Holly

This amazing holly has attractive green leaves and beautiful red berries. Suitable as a small specimen tree or can be shaped into a feature topiary.

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aka Holly

An unusual and desirable form of the hardy and ever reliable Holly. Very dark green leaves - can be used for hedging, topiary or as a background plant. Easy to grow just about anywhere but happiest in a sunny open spot. Evergreen.

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aka Bay Tree

Bay Tree. Tuscan Tower is an excellent form of Bay tree with lush dark green shiny foliage. Tuscan Tower will be great for the garden, pot & container work, not to forget use in the herb garden. Hardy large shrub. PVR applies.

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aka Bay Tree

Bay Tree. With a tight, compact habit it looks good with its dark green, aromatic foliage for hedging, a low maintenance topiary in the garden or as a feature in a container. Prefers moist, fertile, well drained soil and will tolerate sun to partial shade. Evergreen. Edible leaves.

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aka Spanish lavender

Lavandula. Laveanna are a new range of ultra compact bushy Lavender which are early flowering. Laveanna Grand Purple features chunky deep purple blooms on short stems which smother the attractive greyish green foliage from spring throughout summer. Very well branched bushy habit. Prefers full sun.

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aka Spanish lavender

Lavandula. Laveanna are a new range of ultra compact bushy Lavender which are early flowering. Laveanna white features chunky purple blooms with white tufts on short stems which smother the attractive greyish green foliage from spring throughout summer. Very well branched bushy habit. Prefers full sun.

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aka Spanish Lavender

Lavandula. A unique Spanish variety of Lavender found growing in NZ. The light green-grey foliage has an aromatic Lemon scent, this is topped off with large yellow-green flower heads that appear in spring. Loves a hot sunny well drained position. Trim after flowering. Evergreen. PVR.

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aka Spanish lavender

Lavandula. Laveana are a new range of ultra compact bushy Lavender which are earlier to flower than most other Lavender. Laveana Violet Blue features chunky deep purple blooms on short stems with Blue wings which smother the attractive greyish green foliage from spring throughout summer. Evergreen.

Very well branched bushy habit. Prefers full sun.

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aka Spanish Lavender

Lavandula. Bred in Nelson this striking Lavender has an interesting colour combination of deep purple and soft lemon. The grey-green foliage is aromatic and in spring-summer the purple flower heads appear topped off with large 'wings' of pale lemon yellow. Loves the sun and good drainage. Evergreen.

Lightly trim after flowering and side dress with a little lime annually for best results.

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aka Spanish Lavender

Lavandula. What a pretty little Princess this Australian bred lavender is with dark pink tufted blooms that appear from spring through to summer. Aromatic grey-green foliage combines well with the flowers. Loves the sun and good drainage and a coiffure after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Leucadendron

A delightful compact evergreen shrub to add colour to the shrubbery. The starry flower bracts have attractive red tips which deepen in colour during winter. Great for picking. Happiest in a well drained sunny position in acid soil. Protect from harsh frost.

Avoid fertilisers but will respond well to compost or peat.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Fringe Flower

Well you will be 'plum delighted' with this fabulous foliage shrub that looks good all year round. The neat oval leaves are a rich bronze maroon shade, in spring shaggy bright pink flowers start to appear and decorate the somewhat pendulous branches. Grow in the sun or part shade. Evergreen.

AKA 'The Fringe Flower' Loropetalum is in the same family as 'Witch Hazel'. It has quite a broad habit but responds well to trimming if you wish the shrub to have a more rounded shape.

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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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aka Micromyrtus Ciliata

An Attractive low growing shrub with arching branches of white turning pinkish red. Flowers in spring. Highly desirable for picking due to long flowering time and long lasting ability of the cut flower. Needs well draining sunny situation. Cut back after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Orange Jessamine

This delightful evergreen shrub with aromatic foliage and highly perfumed flowers is a close cousin of Citrus. The summer flowers are white and are followed by lovely red berries. The foliage is a rich green. Likes a sunny spot with humus rich soil and protection from frost. Evergreen

Murraya responds very well to clipping (after flowering) and can be used as a low hedge or for topiary - as you would use Box. An extremely popular landscaping plant for frost free areas and it really does smell simply wonderful.

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A dramatic, cold hardy evergreen shrub has green holly-like leaves that first emerge deep purple on new growth. An incredibly tough plant that produces deliciously fragrant small white flowers in autumn. Easy to grow in morning sun/dappled light, prefers acid soil if possible.

Responds well to clipping which should be done after flowering.

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aka Wax Flower or Eriostemon

Wax Flower. A lovely and well-behaved evergreen shrub that would complement any planting scheme. Aromatic green foliage and a 'Profusion' of little, white, star shaped flowers that open from red buds. Mainly flowers in the spring. Plant in a well drained sunny spot with protection from harsh frost. (AKA Eriostemon)

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. A special plant for a semi-shaded spot. Fresh bronze young foliage that matures to green. Panicles of fragrant white bell flowers with a hint of rose at the tips make quite a show in spring. Looks good all year round. Happiest in a deep acid soil and semi-shade. Evergreen

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. Our Dorothy is a charming shrub with rich green summer foliage that takes on red tones in winter. Deep burgundy flower buds appear in winter and open to fragrant racemes of white bells tinged with pink. Nice compact habit. Plant in semi-shade in acid soil. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley shrub

Lily of the Valley shrub. This is a vigorous grower with attractive new shoots that are a fiery red maturing to dark green. Pearly white fragrant flowers hang in attractive racemes and appear in spring. Prefers semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. A variegated variety, this shrub has green leaves edged with creamy white. Panicles of white bell like flowers appear in winter. Very striking. Plant in full sun or part shade, prefers acidic soil. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. Pink Delight will do just that with the masses of charming, pink pendulous buds that open to white fragrant flowers (with a distinctive pink tint) in spring. Fresh green foliage and a neat and tidy compact growth habit. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. A well behaved and compact evergreen shrub with neat light green foliage. In spring pendulous racemes of pure white flowers with a gentle fragrance decorate the whole plant. Looks good all year round. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

A special form of Pieris that has large creamy flowers which droop in seductive panicles in spring. New foliage growth emerges with a warm bronze tone and matures to glossy emerald green. Looks really good all year round and is well worth planting in a semi-shaded spot. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. You will be tickled pink with this lovely little Pieris that has a compact growth habit. The deep green foliage is offset with pretty rose pink flowers in spring. Prefers a semi-shaded spot in acid soil. Looks neat and tidy all year round. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. New foliage emerges a bronze colour and turns green as it ages. In winter clusters of bell shaped dark pink flowers decorate the whole plant. Happiest in part shade and acid soil. Perfect for a pot. Evergreen.

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aka Sweet Pea Shrub

Sweet Pea Shrub. You certainly will be 'dazzled' when this evergreen shrub is in full flower in summer. Bright purple pea like flowers simply smother the green foliage. Likes the sun and light well drained soil to do well. Trim in early spring if required. Easy to grow.

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aka Sweet Pea Shrub

Sweet Pea Shrub. This evergreen shrub flowers pretty much all year round with vivid purple blooms that look a bit like the blossom of a pea hence the common name. Likes the sun and good drainage to do well but is reasonably tolerant, hardy and adaptable.

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Gorgeous trusses of deep pink flowers which gradually fade to pale rose and almost to white when in a sunny site. This is a tall growing shrub which is sun tolerant. Suitable for most garden situations. Happiest with dappled light. Mulch around the roots annually to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen

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Very large, rounded trusses of brilliant bright pink flowers decorate this Rhododendron in spring. Vigorous bushy growth habit with attractive foliage. Happiest with dappled light. Mulch around the roots annually to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

Vigorous mound forming shrub with dark dull grey green long leaves. White flowers, flushed pink and yellow, with purple stripes on the outside. Scented. Sun or shade. Needs shelter from wind. Prefers semi-shade, and good soil that does not get too dry. Hardy.

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Excellent Compact plant with stunning foliage. Beautiful showy trusses of cream flowers with an attractive pink edge stand out against the leathery green foliage in spring. Plant in a semi-shaded position and mulch regularly to keep the roots cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Highly prized for the deliciously decadent deep black red blooms that appear in late spring. Dense compact habit with dark green foliage. Happiest planted in dappled light with acid soil. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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White with rosy pink edges and cream in the center are the flowers that grace this plant. New foliage is a deep bronze-red and a little smaller than ‘Elizabeth Red Foliage’. A very attractive, compact plant, especially in winter when it displays red buds. Mulch Annually and avoid lime. Evergreen

Large full trusses of deep purple-pink flowers with unusual showy blotches of deep purple on the upper petal. Handsome dark foliage and a vigorous upright habit make this a Rhododendron to add to your collection. Plant in semi-shade and mulch the roots regularly to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Beautiful rounded trusses of pink with a cream throat appear in early spring. A nice small and compact Rhododendron. Happiest in a semi-shaded position with acid soil. Mulch regularly to keep the surface roots cool. Evergreen.

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You'll get a real buzz when you see 'Bumble Bee' blooming its head off in your garden in spring. Large rounded trusses made up of 25 flowers that are vivid purple with a deep maroon blotch. Handsome dark glossy green foliage. Plant in dappled light and mulch roots annually to keep cool. Evergreen

This delightful variety will put on a stunning display with its white, fragrant flowers in mid-late Spring. It has a compact, bushy habit. Hardy to -5c. Evergreen.

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An easy care free flowering evergreen shrub with fragrant large white flowers, pale pink outside which flower in Spring. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Fragrant Evergreen.

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The Rhododendron ' Cunningham 's White' is a flat round, particularly compact , bushy , evergreen shrub. Flowers are white maturing to Blush pink some with yellow centers. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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One of the best reds in the genus! If you love red, this flower will knock your socks off! The calyx is almost as big as the flower and just as red. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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What a superb Rhododendron this is. A sturdy compact habit with large, deep green, handsome foliage. The wow happens in early spring when large rounded trusses of vivid red blooms will light up the garden. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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An evergreen shrub with a compact but spreading habit. Stunningly fragrant white flowers tinged with pink and yellow staining at the throat. Protect from frosts to protect the flower buds. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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This rhododendron is an amazingly prolific flowerer, offering strong apricot pink flowers. Dark green rolled foliage and compact habit. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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A medium size Rhododendron with bright green foliage and glowing pinky-red blooms that appear in spring. Excellent choice for a border or perhaps a container in a shady corner. Prefers dappled light and acid soil, mulch annually and avoid Lime. Evergreen.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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A nice compact Rhododendron with loose trusses of frilly orange blooms suffused with yellow. The flowers smother the long narrow foliage in mid spring. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil, suitable for container growing. Evergreen.

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A medium height shrub that flowers early to mid season with large, lightly fragrant soft cream buds that open in shades of buff to white with yellow throats in Spring. Prefers to be in the garden rather than a pot or container and in partial shade / dappled light. Evergreen.

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Yak hybrid. With beautiful red buds they open to ruffled rose pink flowers in spring fading to clear pink. This variety is a compact grower so don`t hide it at the back of the garden, let it show off in the front or even in a container. Likes the shade in moist well drained soil. Evergreen

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Bred by Bernard Hollard and named for his garden near Kaponga this outstanding Rhododendron will become a firm favourite as long as you love red. Large balls of bright red bloom are borne in profusion around September. Compact habit. Tolerates sun or part shade. Evergreen.

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This Dwarf Rhododendron has yellow greenish coloured flowers that appear in spring and a compact habit. Happiest in acid soil in dappled shade. Mulch the surface roots regularly to keep cool. Evergreen.

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Species. Bronze-green foliage, decorative papery bark and very fragrant blooms that appear in late spring. The blooms are trumpet shaped and toned cream with a flush of pink. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered spot and acid soil. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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A vigorous and reliable Rhododendron with large trusses of snowy white flowers with a hint of brown speckling in the throat. Flowers in spring. Plant in a semi-shaded spot with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Clothed in round rich soft lavender flower with darker centre, compact growing, free flowering with large trusses. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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A very pretty Rhododendron with apricot buds that open to reveal cream and pale yellow blooms with an apricot centre. Generous with bloom in spring. Forms a nice compact bush with dark green foliage. Happiest in semi-shade in acid soil. Mulch regularly to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

This is a beautiful variety with funnel-shaped flowers of pink with a lighter centre and a pinkish-yellow flare. Handsome dark glossy green foliage. Plant in dappled light and mulch roots annually to keep cool. Evergreen

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A striking medium size variety with medium size trusses of white flowers that are boldly edged bright red with unusual foliage that is brightly variegated with splashes of lime green. Spring flowering. Good for in the garden or planting under large trees in a sheltered location. Evergreen.

Likes well drained soil that rich in humus. Mulch and water well during long dry seasons.

aka Rhododendron yaku hybrid

Yuk hybrid. A lovely, low, bushy shrub with dark green foliage that is stunning all by itself. However the beautiful dark pink buds open to a pale pink flower that show off on large trusses that will catch everyone`s eye. Plant in dappled light and mulch roots annually to keep cool. Evergreen.

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A deliciously fragrant Rhododendron with elegant white blooms that open from pale pink buds. A real delight for a semi-shaded, sheltered spot in the garden or equally lovely in a container.Needs protection from harsh frost and acid soil to do really well. Evergreen.

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Splendid indeed with royal purple frilled florets that form large decorative trusses towards late spring. The blooms are highlighted with almost black markings in the throat. A strong erect grower that will perform best in a semi-shaded spot. Prefers acid soil. Evergreen.

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A stunning red Rhododendron with large trusses of up to 18 flowers in cardinal red and a spotted black throat. An excellent shrub for semi shade and prefers moist peat soils. Enjoys a top dressing of peat. Evergreen

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Highly prized for the deliciously decadent frilly red blooms, fading to white in the center that appear in late spring. Dense compact habit with dark green foliage. Happiest planted in dappled light with acid soil. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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A very popular Rhododendron and deservedly so as it is 'Uniquely' beautiful. Fat bright pink buds open to large blooms of rich cream, which, are so numerous, they almost smother the foliage. Nice rounded habit. Flowers mid spring. Plant in a semi-shaded spot with acid soil. Evergreen.

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Very showy, large, well formed trusses of pastel mauve-pink will delight in mid spring. A strong vigorous grower with a tidy habit. Plant in a semi-shaded spot with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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A stunning Vireya with large scented butterscotch flowers that have a peach throat with wavy petals. Ideal for pots or a specimen plant in a semi shaded area. Prefers free draining soil and feed twice a year.

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Very vivid cherry pink flowers with softer creamy yellow in throat. Flowers young and flowers often. Has a good constitution and forms a well rounded shrub with deeper green foliage. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly for best results. Evergreen.

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Vireya. A tropical shrub with luxuriant dark green foliage. Large full trusses of yellow-orange flowers. Flowers twice a year, in autumn/winter and spring/summer. Has a good constitution and forms a well rounded shrub. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly for best results. Evergreen.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Vireya

Vireya. A tropical shrub with luxuriant green foliage that has bronze tones on the new leaves. Large full trusses of vibrant orange-red flowers appear regularly throughout the year. Plant in a sunny well drained spot with protection from frost. Evergreen.

Vireyas make excellent container plants but are equally happy in a sheltered spot in the garden. As they flower on and off all year round they like regular feeding. A slow-release fertilizer is best. They must have good drainage and as with all Rhododendrons they like a nice layer of mulch around the top of the root ball to keep the roots cool.

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aka Vireya

Gorgeous trusses of double flowers are dark orange in colour and edged in red. Nice glossy dark green foliage. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly for best results. Suitable for container growing. Evergreen.

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aka Vireya

Gorgeous large blooms of soft peachy-apricot appear on and off all year round. Nice glossy green foliage. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly for best results. Suitable for container growing. Evergreen.

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Add some 'Kisses' to your garden or a container and you will be rewarded with lovely peachy-pink blooms with a hint of yellow at the throat. Flowers on and off all year round. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly. Evergreen.

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aka Vireya

A lovely Vireya for a sheltered spot in the garden with dark coral red flowers with smaller dark green leaves that forms a nice compact bush. Evergreen.

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aka Vireya

Beautiful trusses of bright orange double flowers. Glossy dark green foliage. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly for best results. Suitable for container growing. Evergreen.

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Vireya. Glossy lush mid-green foliage. Compact habit. Rich dark ruby red bell-like flowers. A strong growing, hardy variety, forms a compact and semi-spreading bush. Prefers a warm semi-shaded site, protected from frost. Great for containers.

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aka Vireya

A compact little Vireya that performs well in the garden or a container. Tubular trusses of red blooms appear regularly all year round. Plant in morning sun or dappled light in well drained acid soil. Protect from frost and feed regularly for best results. Evergreen. PVR.

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Handsome dark green foliage, a broad rounded habit and ravishing red blooms in spring. The flowers present themselves in large domed trusses. Sensational. Will tolerate some sun but best in dappled light with acid soil. Evergreen.

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Rich pink buds appear in spring and open to beautiful large trusses of blush white blooms that have a hint of green in the centre. Handsome glossy green foliage and a vigorous upright habit. Plant in semi-shade in acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

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Attractive reddish flower buds followed by beautiful rosy-cerise flowers which are bright and glowing. Very free flowering in spring. Compact habit with attractive, small pointed foliage that has coppery tones when young. Prefers semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

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An outstanding Rhododendron with gorgeous blooms that appear mid spring. Coral pink buds open to frilly, waxy blooms made up of a mass of lemon, bell-shaped flowers. Glossy green foliage and a nice compact habit. Must have! Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Evergreen.

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aka Rock Heath Myrtle

A delightful little evergreen shrub from Australia that has graceful slender stems with tiny narrow foliage. In late winter masses of dainty white flowers put on quite a show for several months. Benefits from a fairly hard trim after flowering. Plant in deep acid soil, avoid lime and harsh frost.

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aka Rock Heath Myrtle

A delightful little evergreen shrub from Australia that has graceful slender stems with tiny narrow foliage. In late winter masses of dainty pink flowers put on quite a show for several months. Benefits from a fairly hard trim after flowering. Plant in deep acid soil, avoid lime and harsh frost.

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aka Rock Heath Myrtle

A delightful little evergreen shrub from Australia that has graceful slender stems with tiny narrow foliage. In late winter masses of dainty white flowers put on quite a show for several months. Benefits from a fairly hard trim after flowering. Plant in deep acid soil, avoid lime and harsh frost.

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aka Koreanspice Viburnum

A medium sized shrub with a rounded habit, Leaves are oval down and dull green in colour often colouring in the autumn. Rounded clusters of pure white flowers that are pink in the bud open emitting a strong daphne like fragrance in early spring.

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aka David Viburnum

This little shrub forms a wide-spreading compact mound. The dark green leathery leaves that have a pale under-side. Small creamy white flowers in spring are followed by beautiful blue berries that hold through winter - the main feature! Needs male company to produce berries. Evergreen.

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aka David Viburnum

The male form of this little shrub is usually planted for one reason - to pollinate the female form so she will produce berries. On its own it forms a wide-spreading compact mound with dark green leathery leaves that have a pale under-side. Small creamy white flowers in spring. Evergreen.

For harmony in the garden it is usually recommended that one male Viburnum davidii be planted for every 3 females - not something we suggest you try at home folks.