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Ficus Black Knight growing in a pot with lush, dark foliage.

Ficus Black Knight

Ficus ‘Black Knight’ is a striking indoor plant characterised by its large, glossy leaves, which range from deep green to nearly black tones. This bold rubber plant adds a dramatic, modern touch to interior spaces and thrives in bright, indirect light. It’s low-maintenance, air-purifying, and well-suited to homes and offices alike. Ficus ‘Black Knight’ grows upright and can reach over a metre tall indoors, making it an excellent choice for statement pots and stylish interiors.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
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Spathiphyllum Romano (Peace Lily)

Spathiphyllum Romano is a variety of the commonly known, Peace Lily, produces lush and glossy, dark green leaves which have a gentle arch. The foliage is adorned with long lasting, white flowers which often emerge during spring and summer as it grows to about 50 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Spathiphyllum Romano makes for a spectacular pot plant that is easy care and can handle low light levels.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical, White
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Calathea Burle Marx

Calathea Burle Marx, also known as Ctenanthe burle-marxii, is a captivating indoor plant admired for its elongated, oval leaves adorned with dark...

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Philodendron scandens plant growing on a shelf with trailling stems.

Philodendron scandens

Philodendron scandens, commonly known as Heart Leaf Philodendron, is a popular indoor vine with glossy, heart shaped leaves that emerge bronze and...

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Ficus benjamina plant in black pot with lush green leaves

Ficus benjamina

Ficus benjamina, known as the Weeping Fig, is a popular indoor plant in New Zealand, prized for its elegant, arching branches and glossy green...

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Stromanthe triostar plant.

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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Syngonium White Butterfly plants with elegant green foliage.

Syngonium White Butterfly

Syngonium Butterfly White is a popular indoor plant owing to its colourful foliage and tolerance of lower light conditions. The foliage is a mix of...

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Ficus elastica 'Melany' plant in a pot.

Ficus elastica 'Melany'

Ficus Melany is a popular indoor plant owing to its rich and colourful foliage. The large and glossy leaves are glossy and dark green with a burgundy...

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Meryta sinclairii (Puka Plant)

Meryta sinclairii, commonly known as the Puka Tree or Puka Plant, is a NZ native shrub with a lush and tropical appearance. It bears large and...

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Stromanthe sanguinea

Stromanthe sanguinea is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features dark green leaves sometimes with a which have a...

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Ctenanthe Grey Star (Never Never Plant)

Ctenanthe Grey Star is a colourful foliage plant often grown as a houseplant. It features rounded leaves that are variegated with silver and dark...

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Chlorophytum 'Golden Glow' plant.

Chlorophytum Golden Glow (Chlorophytum comosum Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum Golden Glow, commonly known as the Spider Plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush and bright foliage. It features...

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Maranta Rabbit Tracks (Prayer Plant)

Maranta Rabbit Tracks features broad leaves that are a mix of dark green and black in a symmetrical pattern. It grows as a clump to about 20 cm tall...

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Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and...

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Senecio peregrinus (Dolphins Plants)

Senecio peregrinus, commonly known as String of Dolphins, is a succulent grown for its interesting, dolphin shaped foliage. It produces masses of the...

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Radermachera sinica (Chinese Doll Plant)

The Radermachera sinica plant, commonly known as the Chinese Doll Plant, is an evergreen shrub grown for its impressive foliage. This subtropical...

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Ligularia reniformis with lush leaves growing in a container.

Ligularia reniformis (Tractor Seat Plant)

Ligularia reniformis, commonly known as the Tractor Seat Plant, is a striking foliage plant ideal for shaded New Zealand gardens. It features large...

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Pseudorhipsalis macranthus

This rare succulent is grown for its amazing foliage and flowers. Slender, green leaves hang from thick stems. The foliage is adorned with showy...

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Kniphofia Dwarf Scarlet plant with red flowers.

Kniphofia Dwarf Scarlet (Hot Poker Plant)

Kniphofia 'Dwarf Scarlet' is a striking perennial valued for its vivid scarlet-red flower spikes and compact growth habit. Ideal for smaller New...

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Pandorea rosea superba (Pink Bower Plant)

Pandorea rosea superba is a climber that produces bright pink, trumpet-shaped flowers with a dark pink throat are produced from spring through until...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser (Indoor Plant Fertiliser)

All potted plants require indoor plant fertiliser. This is particularly important as many nurseries only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last...

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Agave americana (Century Plant)

Agave americana is a striking architectural plant with large, blue-green leaves edged with sharp spines. Its bold rosette form makes it a standout...

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Eutaxia obovata Nana (Bush Pea Plant)

Eutaxia obovata Nana, commonly known as the Egg and Bacon Plant, is an Australian native shrub grown for its interesting flowers that resemble bacon...

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Aspidistra lurida (Cast Iron Plant)

Aspidistra lurida, commonly known as the Cast Iron Plant, is an herbaceous perennial grown for its lush and colourful foliage. It grows as a clump...

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Moss pole for plants.

Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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Brunfelsia Tiny Dancer (Yesterday and Tomorrow Plant)

Brunfelsia Tiny Dancer, commonly known as the Yesterday and Today and Tomorrow plant, is a compact and colourful shrub renowned for its attractive...

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Alchemilla mollis (Alchemilla Plant)

Alchemilla mollis, commonly known as Lady’s Mantle, is an herbaceous perennial grown for both its foliage and flowers. Small, bright yellow flowers...

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Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as the NZ Native Ice Plant, is a fast-growing groundcover that is found naturally along coast lines. Plants carry...

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10 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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0.51 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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2.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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