Choosing the right plants for your garden transforms every outdoor space. In New Zealand, a huge variety of plant types are available to cater to every garden style and purpose. Whether you dream of lush native shrubs, brilliant flowering perennials, or reliable evergreens, there are plants suited for every need and location.
Acacia 'Fettuccini' is a distinctive evergreen shrub prized for its long, narrow, pendulous foliage that creates a graceful cascading effect...
Acacia howittii, commonly known as the Sticky Wattle tree, is a fast-growing, small tree that is grown for its weeping growth habit. The branches...
Acacia 'Limelight' is a striking evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant lime green foliage and naturally compact growth habit. The colourful...
Acaena novae-zelandiae is a hardy NZ native groundcover commonly known as Bidgee Widgee. It is admired for its fine green foliage and small burr like...
Acanthus mollis, known as Bears Breeches or Oyster Plant, is a bold and striking perennial that adds a touch of elegance to NZ gardens. It features...
Acer 'Red Sunset' is one of the finest deciduous maples for autumn colour, producing a spectacular display of brilliant scarlet and crimson foliage...
Acer rubrum (Red Maple) is a magnificent deciduous tree renowned for its outstanding autumn colour and graceful growth habit. The fresh green foliage...
Acer rubrum 'Bowhall' is a stunning, upright form of the red maple that delivers vibrant seasonal colour and elegant structure to New Zealand...
Acer saccharinum, commonly known as the Silver Maple, is a deciduous tree that is grown for its tidy form and colourful autumn foliage. The lush and...
Acer saccharum, commonly known as the Sugar Maple, is a large, deciduous tree grown for its bright autumn foliage and fabled maple syrup. The leaves...
Achillea 'Anthea' is a beautiful perennial admired for its soft pale yellow flower heads that create a delicate and natural looking display through...
Aeonium haworthii Kiwi is a succulent grown for its symmetrical rosettes of variegated, fleshy leaves. The leaves are cream-yellow towards the centre...
Agapanthus 'Lapis' is a compact and elegant perennial prized for its abundant clusters of rich blue flowers that appear above tidy clumps of lush...
Agapanthus Sarah is a compact and attractive perennial known for its rich coloured flower heads and tidy clumping habit. It performs exceptionally...
Agapanthus 'Seafoam' is an elegant evergreen perennial valued for its soft pale green to creamy white flowers that bring a gentle coastal feel to...
Agapanthus 'Streamline' is a refined evergreen perennial valued for its narrow upright foliage and elegant blue flower heads held on slender stems...
Agave americana variegata, commonly known as the Variegated Century Plant, is a large succulent that features broad, powder-blue leaves with yellow...
Agave tequilana (Tequila Agave) is a bold and dramatic succulent best known as the source of tequila production in Mexico. It features striking...
Ajuga 'Catlins Giant' (Bugleweed Plant) is a vigorous evergreen groundcover valued for its large glossy dark green leaves and striking blue flower...
Alnus jorullensis (Evergreen Alder, Mexican Alder) is a fast growing and versatile tree that performs superbly in many New Zealand landscapes. It is...
Alnus rubra (Red Alder) is a strong growing deciduous tree valued for its upright form and ability to thrive in a wide range of New Zealand...
Aloe saponaria (Soap Aloe) is a hardy evergreen succulent valued for its attractive rosettes of fleshy, spotted leaves and colourful flower spikes...
Aloe vera is a well known succulent valued for both its ornamental appeal and soothing gel. It forms clumps of fleshy, pale green leaves with soft...
Alpinia henryi Pink Perfection is an herbaceous perennial grown for both its foliage and pretty flowers. It features glossy, dark green foliage which...
There are countless plants you can grow in New Zealand, from hardy natives to exotic statement pieces. Typically, plants are grouped by their key characteristics. Trees and shrubs form the backbone of any garden, offering structure, privacy, and shade. Perennials bring reliable beauty year after year, while annuals provide bursts of seasonal colour for instant impact. Don’t overlook ferns, groundcovers, and climbing plants, each with unique roles in garden design.
Evergreen plants keep their leaves all year round, ensuring your garden stays vibrant across seasons. Deciduous plants, on the other hand, offer spectacular autumn displays and filter the light in summer and winter. Consider a mix to enjoy the best of both worlds. Native New Zealand plants, such as flaxes and hebes, are ideal for local gardens thanks to their easy care and adaptability.
Start by considering soil conditions, sunlight, and available space. Some plants thrive in sheltered, shady spots, while others love full sunlight and drier soils. If you are unsure which varieties will suit your requirements, our interactive plant finder is designed to help you match the right plant to your garden conditions.
From edible plants and fruit trees to ornamentals and screening shrubs, New Zealand gardeners are spoilt for choice. You can even shop for plants online for ultimate convenience and to access the best range possible.
Understanding plant types is just the start. Successful gardens depend on proper planting techniques, mulching, and aftercare. For guidance, our team of horticultural experts provides practical gardening tips and tricks to help you get the best from your plants season after season.
Whatever your plant needs, there is a type to suit your taste, lifestyle, and skill level, ready to enhance your garden.
Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.
