Aceana inermis 'Purpurea' Purple bidibidi
A compact and hardy herbaceous groundcover with a one metre spread. Its attractive deep purple leaves creating a mass effect. It has a good tight habit and unlike most species of Acaena, it doesn't have barbs on the spines of its seedheads.
2.5L $9.00
Agathis australis, Kauri
Treasure of the North, can be grown here, protect from frost when young, prefers rich moist soil and some shelter 10 - 30m
2.5L $15.00
Alectryon excelsus, Titoki
Attractive evergreen shade or specimen tree, grows in most conditions, prefers rich moist soil protect from frost when young 5 – 8m
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Alseuosmia macrophylla
Beautiful erect shrub with dark green leaves. Flowers range from pink to crimson and have the most delicious perfume. Crimson berries in autumn. Alseuosmia means 'sweet grove' and its favourite place to grow is in a half rotten log in shade with good compost. Needs perfect drainage. Height from 1.5-3m. SOLD OUT
Anemanthele lessoniana, Gossamer / Wind grass
Great in dry shaded places, soft weeping habit, greener in the shade more rusty in the sun, misty halo of very fine flowers in spring 70 cm x1m
2.5L $9.00
Apodasmia similis, Oioi, Jointed rush
A reed with fine grey-green leaves and distinctive brown markings, forms a large clump, grows in damp ground, water, tolerates salt water
3.3L $12.00
Aristotelia serrata, Makomako - Wineberry
Fast growing, small tree. Attractive rose-coloured flowers in spring. Black edible berries in summer are highly sought after by native birds.Frost-tender when young, however hardy once mature. 4x6m SOLD OUT
Arthropodium cirratum, Renga Renga Lily
Wide fleshy leaves, long panicles of white starry flowers, shade lover, frost tender when young.
3.5L $12.00
Arthropodium 'Te Puna', Renga Renga Lily
A selection of the New Zealand Renga Renga Lily, with a more delicate habit. Smaller than other selections, narrow, shorter leaves and the flowers quite widely spaced on the stem. Looks wonderful in a dark shaded corner,especially when in flower.
3.3L $12.00
Arthropodium cirratum 'Parnell'
Hardy native plant with broad leaves forming evergreen clumps of 50 x 50cm. Produces tall stems of white flowers in summer. Ideal planted in shady areas but will tolerate some sun. 3.5L $12.00
Astelia chathamica
Erect broad silvery flax-like leaves drooping at tip, sun or part shade 1 x 1m
3.5L $12.00
Astelia fragrans
The most common Astelia species seen growing in scrub and forests throughout New Zealand. Has attractive broad green architectural leaves and scented spring flowers. Best in sheltered semi-shade. Prefers good drainage. Hardier than A. chatamica. Evergreen.
3.5L $12.00
Austroderia richardii syn Cortaderia richardii, South Island Toetoe
Attractive arching blooms creamy buff colour, leaves 2m, flowering stems to 3m, tolerates wet feet, wind, frost, coastal site
3.5L $12.00
Beilschmiedia tawa, Tawa
A tall tree reaching 25m in the forest, but around 8-10m in a garden. It has delicate, pale, thin narrow leaves, 5-10cm long, insignificant flowers and striking dark purple fruit about 2.5cm long, much loved by native wood pigeons
2.5L $15.00 SOLD OUT
Brachyglottis greyi
A spreading shrub with daisy-like yellow blooms for most of the year. Prefers a well-drained situation. Great amongst rocks. Silver-edged grey-green leaves make a great contrast against dark foliage. Tolerant of hot sun, poor soils, wind and coastal exposure. Evergreen.
3.3L $12.00
Carmichaelia odorata
This native broom is covered with tiny fragrant mauve and white pea-shaped flowers in spring, sunny position, very hardy 2m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Carpodetus serratus, Marble Leaf - Putaputaweta
Upright spreading form, divaricating juvenile form then more open spreading adult form, needs moisture
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Cassinia vauvilliersii syn Ozomanthus vauvilliersii, Mountain Cottonwood
Erect, evergreen bushy shrub. Small leathery green leaves. Clusters of whitish flowers in summer. Naturally found in drier areas, so free draining important. Hardy.
3.3L $12.00
Clianthus p. alba, White Kaka Beak
Lovely white parrot beak, pendulous flowers early summer. Likes a sheltered position
3.3L $12.00
Clianthus p. rosea, Red Kaka Beak
Red, nectar filled, flowers shape of a parrots beak early summer attract birds, sun or partial shade, protect from strong wind and frost, deeply worked free draining soil, keep moist and mulch in dry periods 2 x 2m
3.3L $12.00 SOLD OUT
Coprosma acerosa ‘Taiko’
Hardy groundcover, mounding form, attractive small dark green leaf
3.3L $12.00
Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier'
Upright native shrub, rich brown foliage. Drought resistant. Hardy. Avoid very heavy frost 1.2m x 1m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Coprosma 'Black Cloud'
A semi erect shrub with attractive charcoal black/dark green small oval shaped leaves. This species is generally used as a dense groundcover, or can be used as a rock wall spiller.
3.5L $12.00
Coprosma acerosa 'Hawera'
Attractive compact, spreading groundcover with tangled green/yellow foliage, creating an almost moss-like effect. Tolerates very poor soils, hot and dry coastal sites and frosts. Great for mass planting at 1m spacing forming a tight weed suppressing mat. Hardy.
3.3L $12.00
Coprosma kirkii
Vigorous groundcover, bronzy-green leaves, good for coastal planting, banks, walls, responds to hard trimming (in spring) 40 cm x 1.5m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Coprosma kirkii 'Variegata'
Hardy, fast growing groundcover/trailer, sage green leaves edged creamy-white
30cm x 1m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Coprosma 'Marble Queen'
Particularly hardy coastal plant for exposed sites. Glossy leaves with white speckles. Frost tender. 1.5 x 2m.
Pb6.5 $12.00
Coprosma 'Painters Palette'
Upright evergreen shrub with glossy ovate leaves coloured red,pink, green and cream. Colours intensify during cold periods in autumn and winter. It has a compact growth and very hardy. Avoid very heavy frost
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Coprosma 'Pink Splendour'
Glossy leaves with pink tones. Good coastal. Protect from heavy frost. Trims well. 1.5m.
3.3L $12.00
Coprosma 'Port Wine'
Shiny dark red foliage, coast and wind hardy. Avoid very heavy frost. 1 x 1.8m
3.3L $12.00
Coprosma propinqua
Small shrub with divaricating branches. Likes wet and windy 3 x 2.5m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Coprosma r. 'Poor Knights'
Hardy, Semi prostrate, ground cover form of coprosma repens with glossy green foliage, orange berries from the Poor Knights Islands. Great coast hardy ground cover tolerant to dry conditions. A lovely lush look for the tropical garden. Frost tender when young.
SOLD OUT
Coprosma repens, Taupata
Large shrub to small tree with broad glossy, dark-green leaves. Showy clusters of orange/red fruit from January-March are great for attracting birds. Fine on coast. Hedges well. Shade tolerant. Evergreen. Avoid very heavy frost
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Coprosma robusta, Karamu
Fast-growing shelter, hedging and nurse plant. Laden with bright orange fruit/seeds January-July. Great for attracting birds. Shade tolerant. Suits low-frost sites. Evergreen.
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Coprosma virescens
Attractive divaricating extremely tangled branches with tiny leaves, overall golden coppery glow, can be hedged, tolerant of dry conditions and poor soil 2 – 3m
3.3L $12.00
Cordyline australis, Green Cabbage tree -Ti kouka
Classic Aotearoa, hardy, tall trunk, rough fissured bark, arching sword-like leaves, fragrant creamy white flowers spring/summer 6 x 2m
3.3L $12.00
Cordyline indivisa, Mountain cabbage tree, Toi
Strikingly handsome broad leaves of a grey, purple-green colour. Difficult to grow but worth the effort. Plant in a moist but well drained situation.
2.5L $15.00
7L $25.00
Corokia ‘Bronze King’
Small bronze leaves, hardy, good hedge when trimmed, birds enjoy heavy crop of red berries 2 x 1.2m
3.3L $12.00
Corokia cheesemanii
Sun, wind, frost hardy, upright form, narrow green leaves, red berries, good hedging 2 x 1.5m SOLD OUT
Corokia cotoneaster 'North Cape'
An amazingly slow growing Corokia from North Cape. It remains low and will hang over a bank. 40 x 60cm.
3.3L $12.00
Corokia ‘Frosted Chocolate’
Large chocolate-brown leaves, sturdy form, red berries 2 x 1.5m
SOLD OUT
Corokia ‘Geenty’s Green’
Very popular Corokia hybrid with large, light olive green leaves and an upright form. Looks great as a clipped hedge. Full sun and good drainage. Evergreen. Hardy. 1.5 x 1.5m.
3.3L $12.00
Corokia ‘Sunsplash’
Creamy-yellow leaves splashed green, sunny position will give best colour 2 x 1.5m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Corynocarpus laevigatus, Karaka Native laurel
Handsome canopy tree, large glossy leathery leaves, large orange fleshy droops ripen in summer, kernels are poisonous, semi sun or shade, tolerant of coastal conditions 8 x 5m 3.3L $15.00
Cyathea dealbata, Silver fern
Cyathea dealbata is probably the most well-known of the NZ Tree Ferns due to its status as New Zealand’s national symbol. This variety will tolerate exposure to the elements, but will never look as beautiful. It is best suited to partial shade and sheltered conditions.
Various sizes P.O.A
Dacrydium cupressinium, Rimu Red Pine
Slow growing handsome graceful specimen, prefers cool moist conditions, protect from hottest sun, mulch well
2.5L $15.00
Dacrycarpus dacrydiodes, Kahikatea, White Pine
Tall growing native tree, suits swampy conditions, 9m after 20 years, final height to 60 m
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Dodonaea viscosa, Green Ake ake
Tough, shelter shrub/small tree for exposed coastal conditions, attractive seed capsules
6 x 2.5m
Pb 6.5 $10.00
Dodonaea viscosa 'Purpurea', Purple Ake Ake
Hardy, greenish purple foliage, attractive pink seed capsules
Pb 6.5 $10.00
Dysoxylum spectabile, Kohekohe
Handsome tree growing naturally in coastal forest, waxy white flowers grow on long panicles from branches and trunk, prefers moist free-draining soil and shelter from frost when small 10 x 5m SOLD OUT
Elaeocarpus hookerianus, Pokaka
The juvenile form has tiny leaves and interlacing branches, white lacy drooping flowers and purple berries, leaves lengthen with age, found on valley floors in mountainous areas, likes well drained damp soils 10m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Euphorbia glauca, Shore Spurge
A rare coastal plant of great ecological importance with a wide creeping habit. Foliage colour varies from pastel green to vivid blue-grey with red stems. Attractive red-pink flowers from September to March. Great ornamental plant for a dry site as an alternative to exotic Euphorbia. Evergreen & Hardy. 1 x 1m
3.3L $12.00
Festuca actae, Banks Peninsula Blue Tussock
A small tussock from Banks Peninsula with fine silvery-blue foliage.
The erect flowering stems reach 75cm. Great for mass planting in dry exposed sites. 30cm x 30cm
2.5L $9.00
Ficinia spiralis, Pingao
A native fore sand dune stabilising plant. Golden/orange leaves form on stiff tufts along runners on and under the sand. Used by Maori for weaving.
2.5L $9.00
Fuchsia excorticata, Tree Fuchsia/Kotukutuku
Largest fuchsia in the world. Small tree with stunning orange-brown papery bark and interesting twisted shape. Purple-red flowers early spring to summer. Edible fleshy konini fruit from January to March is sweet and tasty. Attractive to bees. Prefers moist soil. Hardy.
6 x 3m SOLD OUT
Fuchsia procumbens
Ground-cover or trailer, attractive bright green rounded leaves, interesting upright flowers followed by red berries, best partial shade
3.3L $12.00
Fuscospora solandri, Black beech
Formerly Nothofagus solandri, tall, attractive tree, wind hardier than other beeches, suits moderately fertile soil, good drainage 20 x 5m
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Fuscospora solandri cliffortioides, Mountain beech
Elegant form, smaller growing than Black beech, good drainage
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Griselinia 'Ardmore Emerald'
A popular, darker green broadleaf form with glossy emerald green leaves. Forms a very dense shrub which can be clipped into many forms. Ideal for hedging and screening. Adaptable, will grow well on many sites throughtout New Zealand. Evergreen. Hardy.
3.3L $12.00
Griselinia 'Gecko Green'
A newer more compact Griselinia with dense foliage, smaller leaves and a very tidy growth habit. Glossy rich green leaves, stems and shoots. An excellent Griselinia for hedges due to its compact growth habit and absence of woodiness. Grow in full sun or semi-shade. Wind, frost and coastal hardy. Avoid over-watering when first planted. Trimmed height 1/2 m – 2m. 2.5L $12.00
Griselinia lit. 'Canterbury'
Hardy broadleaf selection, darker contrasting stems, slightly smaller leaf
3.3L $12.00
Griselinia littoralis 'Broadway Mint'
Broadleaf Fast growing, upright form, tolerates coastal conditions and is cold and wind hardy, leaf margins slightly wavy
3.3L $12.00
Griselinia littoralis, Broadleaf, Kapuka
Handsome, hardy shrub, small tree or hedge. Shiny round vivid green leaf, sun or shade, tolerant of salt wind and frost
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Griselinia littoralis 'Variegata'
A dependable, quick growing shrub with slender glossy green leaves with bold yellow splotches. Can grow to 3m+ but easily trimmed to between 1.5m-2m tall
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Griselinia lucida, Akapuka
Thick, broad-ovate, glossy, egg-shaped leaves, sun or shade, frost tender when young
5 x 3m
3.3L $18.00
Hebe albicans
Hardy, handsome sub-alpine shrub found in the Nelson region, blue/green foliage, pink buds opening to white, purple anthers mid-summer through autumn 60 x 75 cm
3.3L $12.00
Hebe decumbens
Low growing open shrub. Leaves glossy green with red margin. White flowers early summer. 50cm x 1m
3.3L $12.00
Hebe diosmifolia
Low, spreading, flowers pale lavender, fading to white, early spring through mid-summer
75 x 75cm
3.3L $12.00
Hebe 'First Light'
A compact, low growing shrub with bronzed coloured leaves’ producing short pink flowers in the summer and autumn. 40 x 60cm. PVR
3.3L $12.00 SOLD OUT
Hebe 'Flame'
Deep magenta red flowers on long spikes will smother this hardy shrub in the summer months. The foliage of this little beauty will turn to a dark green-tinged red during the winter months. 1m
3.3L $12.00
Hebe hectorii
Decumbent or 'whip chord' hebe. Yellow green leaves that clasp the stems. White flowers at the tips of the stems. Up to 75cm.
2.5L $12.00
Hebe 'Inspiration'
Neat, compact, purple flowers in summer 75 x 75 cm
3.3L $12.00 SOLD OUT
Hebe ‘Lavender Lace’
Narrow leaves, lavender/white flowers spring, summer. 1 x 1.5m
3.3L $12.00
Hebe ‘Marie Antoinette’
Neat, compact, slightly pendulous branches, purple-tinged new growth, cerise flowers fading white. 75 x 75 cm
3.3L $12.00
Hebe odora syn. buxifolia
Neat symmetrical ball shape, white flowers, 'box-like' foliage 1 x 1m
3.3L $12.00
Hebe odora prostrata
Prostrate form of H. odora. Showy white cone-shaped flowers over summer. Best in well drained sunny site. Hardy. 10cm x 50cm.
2.5L $12.00 SOLD OUT
Hebe parviflora
Well branched shrub with light green, narrow, lance shaped leaves. Racemes of white to pale lilac flowers appear in profusion in summer. Hardy.
3.3L $12.00 SOLD OUT
Hebe pinguifolia
Small prostrate compact sub-alpine shrub, thick grey/green leaves, contrast plant, white densely packed flower spikes Oct to March 25 x 30 cm
3.3L $12.00
Hebe ‘Red Edge’
Small rounded shrub looking good all year, grey-green foliage with red margins, more intense colour in spring, pink buds open to lilac flowers fading to white in summer, likes good drainage, hardy to frost and dry. 60 - 70 cm
3.3L $12.00
Hebe speciosa Blue
A most vigorous hebe cultivar, requires regular pruning. Round bushy shrub with large purple flowers. 1.5 m X 1.5 m SOLD OUT
Hebe speciosa 'Magenta'
Evergreen vigorous growing large shrub with magenta flowers appearing on dark green leaves during summer and autumn. 2 x 2m SOLD OUT
Hebe 'Snowdrift'
Larger hebe so named as when in flower it looks as if it's been dusted with snow.
1.5 x 1.5m
3.3L $12.00
Hebe stricta, Koromiko
open branching shrub, long narrow leaves, white tinged mauve flowers during summer. Prune to maintain good shape. 2.5 x 1.5m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Hebe topiaria
Ball shaped shrub, small white flowers early summer, hardy, small hedging, borders, mass planting 90 x 75 cm
3.3L $12.00
Hebe ‘Wiri Cloud’
Hardy compact shrub, small rounded leaves, deep pink flowers cover plant early summer 75cm
3.3L $12.00
Hebe ‘Wiri Grace’
Long spikes light purple flowers summer. A cultivar from Jack Hobbs. 1.5m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Hebe 'Wiri Mist’
Good low hebe, lighter green foliage, white flowers late spring. 40 x 90 cm
3.3L $12.00
Hebe 'Wiri Spears'
Especially hardy to wind and coastal conditions. Good disease resistance. Long spears of purple flowers over long period in summer. Evergreen. Hardy. 1.5 x 1.5m
Pb6.5 $12.00
Knightia excelsa, Rewarewa
Honeysuckle tree Slender, erect tapering tree with handsome foliage, attractive reddish-brown flowers appear spring through early summer, loved by nectar feeding birds
7 x 2m
3.3L $15.00
Kunzea robusta syn. ericoides, Kanuka
Hardy, tall in natural habitat, 5-6 m in garden, abundant white flowers in spring are good bee food, can be hedged, frost, drought, poor soil tolerant
3.5L $12.00
Leptinella dioica, Shore Leptinella
Lush fern-like ground-cover with aromatic green foliage. Rapid growing in sun or part-shade and tolerant of coastal conditions. Can be used as a lawn substitute in low traffic areas.
2.5L $9.00
Leptinella squalida ‘Platts Black’
Hardy, creeping ground cover, dark fine ferny leaves
2.5L $9.00
Leptospermum s. ‘Blossom’
Darkish foliage, large double coral pink flowers profusely winter-spring, likes sun and good drainage 2 x 1.5m
3.5L $12.00
Leptospermum s. 'Burgundy Queen' Red Manuka
Burgundy / red double flowers late winter, spring, reddish-bronze foliage, very hardy 2 x 1.5m
3.5L $12.00
Leptospermum s. ‘Coral Candy’
Bright red and candy pink striped double flowers make a striking display, spring – autumn. 2m
3.3L $12.00
Leptospermum s. nana ‘Kiwi’
Dwarf, hardy, single red flowers spring summer 30 cm
3.3L $12.00
Leptospermum s. 'Princess Anne'
Double white flowers with maroon centre. 2m
3.5L $12.00
Leptospermum s. 'Red Damask'
Dark bronze green foliage. Double burgundy red flowers late winter/spring. 2 x 1.5m
3.3L $12.00
Leptospermum s. 'Red Falls'
Prostrate cultivar with cascading growth. Purplish bronze foliage. Crimson single flowers. 1 x 1m.
3.3L $12.00
Leptospermum scoparium , Manuka Tea Tree
Hardy native, enjoys well worked soil, good drainage, masses of white flowers early summer 5m
3.3L $12.00
Leptospermum scoparium (Waikato High UMF/NPA)
Grown from seed ecosourced from wild populations of naturally occurring Waikato leptospermum scoparium var. linifolium, from an area where honey is harvested with high levels of MGO, the compound that gives Manuka honey its unique antibacterial activity. White flowers. 5-6m.
3.5L $12.00
Leptospermum s. nana ‘Tui’
Dull green foliage, pale pink flowers late winter spring, hardy, sun, wind, frost, wet or dry tolerant 1 x 1m
3.3L $12.00
Leptospermum 'Wiri Kerry'
Dwarf variety, bronze leaves and compact habit. Masses of double red flowers, flowering continuously from mid winter to late summer. Prune to preserve vigour. 80cm.
3.5L $12.00
Leptospermum s. ‘Wiri Susan’
Hardy, attractive large single white flowers, green foliage 2 x 1.5m
3.3L $12.00
Libertia cranwelliae, Cranwells Iris
Strap-like leaves along a wide spreading rhizome. White flowers in spring on short flower spikes. Attractive orange pods remain on the plant for months. Evergreen. Hardy. 40cm x 1m. SOLD OUT
Libertia grandiflora, Native Iris
Largest of native irises, tall stems of pure white flowers appear above leaves in spring, semi shaded position but will grow in sun, self-seeds 75 cm
2.5L $10.00 SOLD OUT
Libertia peregrinans
Vigorous, spreading grass-like plant with fantastic bright orange leaves. White flowers in spring and summer. Orange leaf colouring more intense when grown in harsh conditions.
2.5L $10.00
Libocedrus plumosa, Kawaka
Handsome tree with foliage and pyramidal form, slow growth, best in moist conditions 10m+
18L $25.00
Lobelia angulata syn Pratia angulata, Panakenake
Probably NZ's most popular groundcover being vigorous growing and smothered in white flowers and red fruit. 3m spread
2.5L $9.00
Lophomyrtus 'Kathryn'
Wine-red stems, small jade-green oval foliage, bushy medium grower 2.5 x 1.5m
3.3L $12.00
Lophomyrtus x r. 'Red Dragon’
Medium grower, new shoots brilliant reddish pink maturing blackish red, intensifying through winter, excellent picking 1.5 x 70 cm
3.3L $12.00
Lophozonia menziesii, Silver beech
Formerly Nothofagus menziesii. Deep green leaves contrast with the silvery trunk, sun or semi shade, frost hardy. Like good drainage 10+m
3.3L $15.00
Macropiper excelsum, Kawakawa
Small coastal tree with large, heart-shaped aromatic leaves and long orange fruit which attract kereru. Increasingly popular as a tea or culinary spice. Evergreen. Shade tolerant. Frost Tender.
2.5L $12.00
Manoao colensoi, Silver Pine
Slow growing tree belonging to the Podocarp family, that has a conical form for many years. Prefers acidic soils and shady conditions. Endemic to both North and South Islands. 8 x 5m.
2.5L $15.00
Melicytus lanceolatus, Narrow leaved Mahoe
A smaller, more slender tree than Mahoe. Regular pruning will help maintain a compact shape. Flowers are tinged maroon and ripen into dark purple berries. Evergreen. Half hardy.
Pb6.5 $15.00
Meryta sinclairii, Puka
Striking tree, large paddle-shaped leaves give tropical appearance, wide spreading, prune to contain size, sunny site, reasonable soil, frost tender when young. 5m
3.3L $18
Metrosideros carminea ‘Ferris Wheel’ Akakura
Spreading shrub with small pohutakawa-like crimson flowers in spring, prefers moist soil, semi shade.
3.3L $12.00
Metrosideros 'Mistral'
Natural hybrid of M. excelsa and M. robusta. A tidy small tree, compact with semi-upright growth. Tolerant of very tough conditions, including salt-laden winds and poor soil. Evergreen. Semi hardy. SOLD OUT
Metrosiderous umbellata, Southern rata
Slow growing, prefers good drainage, brilliant red flowers in profusion when the tree is many years old, hardy to wind and frost 10m+ SOLD OUT
Muehlenbeckia astonii
Interesting, hardy contrast plant, tangled wiry stems, small dark-green heart-shaped leaves, semi deciduous in winter, informal hedge 1 – 2.5m
3.3L $12.00
Muehlenbeckia axillaris
A dense ground-cover with wiry stems and small dark-green leaves. Flowers prolifically in summer with masses of small creamy flowers. Prefers full sun. Tolerant of hot, dry conditions. More restrained than M. complexa. Semi-deciduous. Hardy. 1m spread
3.3L $12.00
Muehlenbeckia complexa 'Nana'
A smaller version of the native groundcover Muehlenbeckia complexa. Full sun or part shade. Great for attracting insects and lizards.
3.3L $12.00
Myoporum laetum, Ngaio
Fast growing, hardy coastal tree providing quick shelter, attractive rounded form (when young), frost tender when small, all parts poisonous to stock 6m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Myrsine australis, Red Matipo
Forms a handsome large shrub or tree with distinctive red branchlets and wavy leaf margins. Similar in appearance to Pittosporum tenuifolium. The white flowers and later the black fruits are in clusters below the leaves. Used as a specimen, shrub border or hedge. 5 x 3m
3.3L $12.00
Myrsine divaricata, Weeping Matipo
Bushy large shrub or small tree with an attractive weeping habit. Small, green, leathery leaves. Tiny flowers occur in clusters, with pale yellow or red petals. Evergreen. Hardy. 6 x 2.5m
3.3L $12.00
Nestegis cunninghamii, Black Maire
Black maire is a tall handsome canopy tree with a stout straight trunk growing up to 15 m high. The tree has rough, cork-like bark and produces red or yellow fruits. Now found only in isolated North Island forests. The long leaves are leathery but smaller in adult trees. Black maire has dense, even-grained timber, dark brown in colour and often streaked with black and is very hard
20L bag $35.00 SOLD OUT
Olearia cheesemanii, Streamside daisy
Multi-branching shrub, attractive silvery buff underside of leaves, masses of daisy-like flowers in spring, hardy, likes good drainage, sun or partial shade 2 x 2m
3.3L $12.00
Olearia paniculata, Golden Ake Ake, Akiraho
Shrub or small tree, tiny fragrant flowers in autumn. Tolerates coastal. Must have good drainage. Hardy.
3.5L $12.00
Olearia ilicifolia x moschata
Slow growing evergreen. Narrow leathery olive green leaves. Fragrant daisy flowers through summer. Sun or light shade. Likes roots in cool moist ground. 1.5 x 1m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Olearia x macrodonta, NZ Holly
Small sub-alpine evergreen tree endemic to New Zealand. Closely related to O. ilicifolia and has large undulating and serrated grey-green leaves. Daisy-like flowers in summer. Prefers cool well drained conditions. 3 x 1.5m
3.5L $12.00
Olearia solandri
Hardy, erect shrub with tiny leaves, autumn flowers have a vanilla fragrance, attractive golden stems on new growth, quick growing shelter 3 x 1m
Pb 12 $15.00
Pachystegia insignis , Marlborough rock daisy
Thick leathery oval leaves, large white daisy flowers early summer on 30 cm stems, needs well-drained soil in sun
2.5L $12.00
Pachystegia rufa , Marlborough rock daisy
Robust spreading shrub, large leathery leaves deep green on top brown velvety tomentose (furry) undersides, large daisy-like flowers early summer, likes good drainage, sun, don’t crowd with other plants 1 x 1m
2.5L $12.00
Parahebe 'Baby Blue'
Compact, leaves slightly bronzed, purple/blue flowers spring and summer, prefers moist well drained soil 15 x 75 cm
2.5L $10.00
Parahebe 'Olsenii White'
Rare native groundcover is stunning in summer with masses of tiny starry white flowers. The small rubbery leaves will create a tough carpet in both sun and semi-shade. Evergreen. Hardy. 1m x 30cm.
2.5L $10.00
Parsonsia capsularis, Native jasmine
Vigorous twining native climber. Fragrant cream flowers in spring and summer after juvenile stage finished. Will tolerant shade and some drought. Frost hardy. 5m+
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Pennantia corymbosa, Kaikomako, Bellbird tree, Duck's foot
Juvenile twiggy form matures to a rounded head, dark leaves, abundant white flowers, best in good moist soil. Black berries a favourite of the Bellbird. 6 x 3m
18L $25.00
Phyllocladus trichomanoides, Tanekaha, Celery pine
Conical form, foliage celery-like in adult plant but feathery when young, hardy, good timber 10 x 3m
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Pimelea prostrata ‘Anatoki Blue’ Native daphne
Hardy, matt-like ground cover, blue/grey foliage, profusion, small fragrant creamy/white flowers summer, sun, good drainage
3.3L $12.00
Pimelea prostrata 'Flat White’
A lovely grey-green soft ground-cover that will drape over walls, suits hot, dry areas, small creamy white flowers spring and autumn
3.3L $12.00
Pimelea prostrata, Native Daphne
Hardy, low growing grey green leaves, small creamy white flowers. Slightly more upright than ‘Anatoki Blue’
3.3L $12.00
Pittosporum crassifolium, Karo
Hardy, suits coastal conditions, young shoots and leaves attractively felted, dark-red fragrant flower clusters spring - early summer followed by interesting seed capsules 4 x 3m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum cornifolium
Stunning pittosporum originating from the Poor Knights Island. The dark green shiny leaves have an almost 'tropical' look about them. The flowers are yellow and have a sweet fragrance. This pittosporum will form a dense tidy shrub up to 2m high. Good in sun or part-shade and well drained soil.
3.3L $15.00
Pittosporum eugenoides, Tarata, Lemonwood
Leaves exude a lemon fragrance when bruised, responds to pruning, excellent shelter hedge 8 x 3m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum eugenioides 'Mini Green'
Excellent choice for a fast growing screen or hedge. If grown as a specimen shrub it will form a neat pyramidal shaped shrub. Sun or part shade. 2m.
Pb6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum eugenioides 'Variegatum'
Creamy edged, varigated form of Pittosporum eugenioides.
3.3L $12.00
Pittosporum 'Frankies Folly'
An outstanding compact little variety growing to 60cm. Fresh green small foliage and grows into a compact rounded shape. Very hardy and reliable
2.5L $12.00 SOLD OUT
Pittosporum tenufolium, Kohuhu
(Propagated from seed.) Broadly conical, shiny silver green leaves, small black fragrant flowers summer evenings 5 x 3m
Pb6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum t. 'Appleby Emerald'
A Dean's Nursery selection! Attractive dark green foliage, fast growing. Good hedge. Evergreen. Hardy. 5 x 2.5m.
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum t. 'Jade'
Dense evergreen shrub, good hedge, wind break or mixed planting, hardy 2.5 x 1.5m
3.5L $12.00
Pittosporum 'Midget'
Natural dwarf species with fresh green leaves. Great for pots or in the border.
80 x 80cm.
3.5L $12.00
Pittosporum t. ‘Mountain Green’
Dense, fresh-looking, rich green foliage, bushy growth habit, hardy 2.5m
3.5L $12.00
Pittosporum t. 'Silver Pillar'
Small silver green leaves edged with cream. Naturally forms a pillar shape. Can be trimmed or left to grow. Good screen or with mixed plantings 3 x 1m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum ‘Stephens Island’
Attractive, dense form, dark green oval leaves, coastal conditions, slow growth, great hedged 3 x 3m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum 'Tandara Gold'
A compact form of Pittosporum with small variegated green and gold leaves. The wavy foliage is contrasted by distinctive black stems. Small brown flowers in spring are lightly vanilla scented. Makes a great contrast plant in the garden. Evergreen. Hardy.
3.3L $12.00
Pittosporum t. 'Tasman Ruffles'
Excellent growth, bushy and quick, lime green ruffled leaves with black stems
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb'
A dense growing, evergreen shrub with a rounded growth habit .Foliage is green when it first appears then becomes dark purple-black. Ideal for the border. Prefers full sun or partial shade in soil that is fertile, moist and free-draining. Hardy and tolerates coastal conditions. 1 x 1m
3.3L $12.00
Pittosporum t. variegatum
Cream green variegation, hardy shelter, hedge, tidy, upright 3m
3.3L $12.00
Pittosporum t. ‘Wai-iti’
Wine-red stems, small jade-green oval foliage, bushy medium grower 2.5 x 1.5m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum t. ‘Waimea’
Small round jade-green leaf, bushy growth 3 x 2.5m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pittosporum t. ‘Wrinkle Blue’
Dean’s Nursery selection, fast growth rate, green/blue/grey, wavy foliage, hedge, shelter 5 x 3m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Plagianthus regius, Manatu, Ribbonwood
Graceful, stately, slender, small but showy yellowish-green flowers spring, semi deciduous, tolerates wind, frost, normal or wet conditions 5m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Plagianthus divaricatus ,Saltmarsh Ribbonwood , Makaka
Upright shrub with closely interwoven branches, silvery stems and small green leaves. Small fragrant flowers. Tolerant of salt, wind, wet swampy soils. 2 x 2m.
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Poa cita, Silver Tussock
Densely tufted tussock, graceful habit, tawny green colour, poorer soil not too moist
50 - 70 cm
2.5L $9.00
Podocarpus totara 'Aurea' Golden Totara
A sterile Totara form discovered in the Port Hills. Graceful branches, soft and rich golden-yellow leaves, especially when grown in full sun. Golden-foliaged tree with tall, pyramidal form. Dislikes wet conditions. Makes a superb hedge. cm
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Podocarpus totara , Totara
Highly valued New Zealand native, good specimen or hedging 15m
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Podocarpus totara 'Matapouri Blue'
Attractive blue green foliage, cutting grown
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Pomaderris kumeraho, Kumarahou, Gumdiggers Soap
Also known as Golden Tainui. A hardy shrub with clusters of bright yellow flowers that hold in bud for sometime before flowering in spring. Both leaves and flowers contain saponin, which, when rubbed in water produces a soapy lather suitable for washing with. Many other medicinal uses. Good in sun or semi-shade, water over the hot months if in full sun. 2 x 1m.
3.3L $12.00
Pratia angulata syn Lobelia angulata
Probably NZ's most popular groundcover being vigorous growing and smothered in white flowers and red fruit. 3m spread
2.5L $9.00
Prumnopitys ferruginea syn. Podocarpus ferrugineus, Miro
Forest tree, attractive ornamental, slow growing, prefers good moist soil, semi-shade 5-10m in the garden.
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Prumnopitys taxifolia, Matai
Timber tree, tangled appearance as juvenile, growth slows as it matures, interesting flaking bark, can tolerate quite dry conditions 10+m
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Pseudopanax arboreus, Five finger
Fleshy leaves, serrated margins, responds well to pruning, versatile plant, winter flowers followed by small purplish berries liked by birds 3 - 6m
3.3L $12.00
Pseudopanax 'Black Knight'
Upright bushy native shrub with brilliant palmate leaves of rich dark purple going almost black over winter. Best with some overhead protection in colder areas. Prefers sun and well drained. 3 x 2m.
3.3L $12.00
Pseudopanax 'Cyril Watson'
Decorative shiny, leathery, deeply lobed leaves with multiple stems. Sun or part shade.
2 x 1m
3.3L $12.00
Pseudopanax 'Dark Star'
Dark green new foliage is flushed with bronze margins. Keep in full sun to maintain colour and well drained soil. 2 x 2m.
3.3L $12.00
Pseudopanax 'Gold Splash'
Bright gold/yellow splashes on green leaves, attractive contrast 3m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pseudopanax 'Gecko Green'
Hardy compact shrub that is a variegated form of P. 'Cyril Watson.' Glossy dark green and yellow foliage. 2 x 1m.
3.3L $12.00
Pseudopanax laetus, Large leafed Five Finger
Bushy, large dark green oval leathery leaves serrated near tips, spring berries loved by birds 3m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Pseudopanax 'Sabre'
Lovely dark green lance-shaped leathery leaves, with a yellow/orange midrib. Sun or semi-shade. 3 x 2m.
3.3L $12.00
Pseudopanax 'Telstar'
Dark green, lanceolate foliage. Upright growth. Protect from heavy frosts. 3 x 1m.
3.3L $12.00
Pseudowintera colorata, Horopito, Pepper tree
Hardy, sun or shade, unhappy with very wet or very dry conditions, frost tolerant, peppery leaves, attractive multi-coloured olive green and red foliage, leaves used in cooking 2 - 3m
2.5L $12.00 SOLD OUT
Rhopalostylis sapida, Nikau palm
A New Zealand icon and the world’s most southerly growing palm. Though slow growing, Nikau make fantastic specimen palms in a protected position. Prefers a shady sheltered site to prevent damage to the fronds. Can be planted in full sun, but the fronds will tend to be more upright and light green in colour. Windy sites will cause the tips of fronds to burn off ideally plant in a sheltered site to maintain lush, dark green fronds.
Pb 6.5 $20.00
18L $35.00
Scleranthus biflorus
Low growing cushions of tiny lime-green leaves, tiny greenish white flowers late summer, best in sun, likes good drainage. 10cm x 40cm
3.3L $12.00
Sophora microphylla 'Dragons Gold' Kowhai
Bushy, heavy display of yellow flowers early in winter to early summer 2 x 2m
3.3L $12.00
Sophora microphylla, South Island Kowhai
Small leaflets, yellow flowers spring, loved by bellbirds and tuis 5 x 3m
Pb 6.5 $12.00
Sophora prostrata
Bushy shrub, interlacing branches, small leaves, flowers are small almost orange, very tough, hardy, can be clipped as hedge 2 x 1m
2.5L $12.00
Sophora tetraptera, North Island Kowhai
No divaricating juvenile stage, large yellow flowers loved by birds 5 - 12m
Pb 6.5 $15.00
Tecomanthe speciosa
Vigorous native climber, glossy deep green leaves, large cream tubular flowers borne in bunches during winter months, loved by tuis, frost tender in colder areas, grow up a tree under shelter
3.3L $15.00
Vitex lucens, Puriri
Large forest tree, shrubby when young, slowly forming wide canopy, pinkish flowers loved by tuis, clustered pink/red fruit enjoyed by wood-pigeons, grows best in good soil, frost tender when young 20m
3.5L $15.00