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Best Evergreen Trees For Small Gardens

Sequoia sempervirens

Sequoia sempervirens, commonly known as Redwood, is a large and stately, evergreen tree. It is aptly named for its red coloured bark and wood. It features feathery, dark green foliage held on broad branches that emerge from a central stem and can 50 m tall and 20 m wide. Redwoods are commonly grown as a specimen or planted to provide shelter and screening. They are also often grown specifically for timber production with the wood used for furniture making or cabinetry.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 50.00 m
Spread: 20.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Parks, Ponds, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Coastal, Forestry, Mediterranean, Modern

Acacia howittii

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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 hang from a central trunk and host small, green leaves as well as fragrant, yellow flowers in summer. This evergreen grows to about 2.5 m tall and 80 cm wide with a columnar habit. Acacia howittii makes for an impressive specimen and is often planted as a feature tree in a mixed planting.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 80 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Agathis robusta

Agathis robusta, commonly known as the Queensland Kauri, is a large evergreen tree that grows straight and tall to a height of 30-50 m. It has...

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Magnolia Russet

Magnolia grandiflora Russet is a small, evergreen tree that produces masses of large and showy, cream-white flowers through spring. The mildly...

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Griselinia littoralis (Kapuka) – NZ Native Evergreen Tree for Hedging and Shelter

Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as Kapuka, is a robust New Zealand native tree valued for its glossy green foliage, fast growth, and year-round...

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Laurus nobilis foliage and flowers.

Laurus nobilis

Laurus nobilis, commonly known as Laurel or Bay Tree, is an evergreen tree that features leaves that are glossy green, aromatic, and somewhat...

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Daphniphyllum macropodum

Daphniphyllum macropodum is a truly impressive evergreen tree. The young growth in spring resembles masses of miniature Cycads and has red hues...

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Eucryphia cordifolia

Commonly known as Ulmo, this is a handsome, evergreen tree renowned for both its attractive foliage and pleasant flowers. The sweetly fragrant...

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Buxus sempervirens – Timeless Evergreen for Hedges & Topiary

Buxus sempervirens, commonly known as English Box or Boxwood, is a versatile evergreen shrub celebrated for its dense, small-leaved foliage and...

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Laurus nobilis angustifolia

Laurus nobilis angustifolia is a variety of Laurel grown for its compact growth habit and elegant foliage. This evergreen tree features lush, dark...

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Alnus jorullensis

Alnus jorullensis, commonly known as the Evergreen Alder or Mexican Alder, is a fast-growing tree that produces a broad crown of open and drooping...

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Magnolia Little Gem

Magnolia Little Gem, commonly known as the Southern Magnolia, Evergreen Magnolia, or Bull Bay, features large and fragrant, white flowers through...

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Hedycarya arborea

Hedycarya arborea, commonly known as Pigeonwood, is a small tree with attractive, dark green foliage and berries that are a magnet for birds...

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Buxus 'Graham Blandy' – Upright Columnar Evergreen Shrub

Buxus 'Graham Blandy' is a distinctive evergreen shrub known for its narrow, columnar growth habit and dense, dark green foliage. Reaching up to 2.5...

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Fraxinus griffithii

Fraxinus griffithii, commonly known as the Evergreen Ash tree, is an attractive, small tree. It features glossy green leaves that have a silvery...

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Quercus ilex

Quercus ilex, commonly known as the Holm Oak or Evergreen Oak, is an evergreen tree with lush foliage. The dark green leaves are glossy and...

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Chiranthodendron pentadactylon

Commonly known as the Monkeys Hand Tree, this is an evergreen tree grown for its flowers and stature. Amidst the lush, green foliage are borne showy...

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Ficus Hillii – Versatile Evergreen Tree for NZ Landscapes

Ficus Hillii, commonly referred to as Hill's Weeping Fig, is a popular evergreen tree in New Zealand, prized for its dense, glossy foliage and...

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Chamaecytisus palmensis

Chamaecytisus palmensis, commonly known as Tree Lucerne, is a fast growing, evergreen tree that produces mid-green foliage held on arching branches...

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Buxus Green Gem – Compact Evergreen for Formal Hedges & Topiary

Buxus Green Gem is a compact, slow-growing evergreen shrub renowned for its naturally rounded form and dense, glossy green foliage. Ideal for low...

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Schinus molle

Schinus molle, commonly known as the California Pepper Tree, is an evergreen tree grown for its attractive form and foliage. The leaves are bright...

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Magnolia Teddy Bear

Magnolia grandiflora Teddy Bear, commonly known as the Magnolia Teddy Bear Tree, is a variety of Southern Magnolia, and is an evergreen tree with...

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Buxus microphylla – Versatile Evergreen for Formal Hedges & Topiary

Buxus microphylla, commonly known as Japanese Box or Littleleaf Boxwood, is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its dense, glossy green foliage...

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Melicytus ramiflorus

Melicytus ramiflorus, commonly known as Mahoe, is a mid-sized, NZ native tree featuring lush foliage which is bright green and tends to become darker...

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Azalea indica

This variety of Azalea grown for its lovely form and profuse flowering. This hardy, evergreen shrub produces masses of small and showy, lightly...

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Alectryon excelsus tree in a urban park.

Alectryon excelsus

Alectryon excelsus, commonly known as Titoki or NZ Oak, is a NZ native, evergreen tree growing to about 8 m tall and 3 m wide. It carries glossy...

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Agathis australis – Kauri Tree | Iconic NZ Native Tree

Agathis australis, commonly known as the Kauri tree, is a revered New Zealand native conifer renowned for its immense size and longevity. Reaching...

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Magnolia grandiflora Ferruginea

Magnolia grandiflora Ferruginea, commonly known as Southern Magnolia, Grand Ferruginea, or Bull Bay, is a popular, evergreen variety due to its...

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Griselinia 'Ardmore Emerald' (Kapuka) – Fast-Growing NZ Native Hedge and Shelter Tree

Griselinia 'Ardmore Emerald', also known as Kapuka, is a robust New Zealand native tree prized for its glossy dark green foliage and rapid growth...

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Kunzea ericoides

Kunzea ericoides, commonly known as the Kanuka tree, is a fast growing, NZ native tree. It features small, dark green leaves which release a pleasant...

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Fuscospora fusca

Commonly known as Red Beech, this is a large, evergreen tree native to NZ. The foliage comprises lush and glossy, dark green leaves which turn...

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Magnolia D.D. Blanchard

Magnolia grandiflora D.D. Blanchard, commonly known as the Southern Magnolia, Bull Bay, or Evergreen Magnolia, features large and fragrant...

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Sequoia sempervirens

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