Best Evergreen Trees For Small Gardens
Michelia yunnanensis – Fragrant Evergreen Flowering Tree
Michelia yunnanensis, also known as Magnolia laevifolia, is a compact evergreen tree admired for its glossy green leaves and highly fragrant white flowers that bloom from late winter to early spring. Reaching up to 3 meters tall and 2 meters wide, it's perfect for hedging, screening, or as a standalone specimen in New Zealand gardens. Thriving in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade, this low-maintenance tree adds year-round beauty and structure to any landscape.
Pittosporum Irish Luck – Versatile Evergreen Shrub
Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' is a robust, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, known for its dense, upright growth and glossy olive-green leaves with silver-hairy margins. Reaching up to 4 meters in height and 2.5 meters in width, it's an excellent choice for hedging, screening, or as a standalone specimen. This hardy plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates coastal conditions, wind, and light frost, making it versatile for various garden settings.
