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Blechnum novae-zelandiae (Kiokio)

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Blechnum novae-zelandiae, also known as kiokio, is a hardy, native ground fern ideal for naturalistic and native plantings across New Zealand. With long, arching fronds and a spreading habit, it thrives in damp, shaded areas and creates a lush, layered understorey in forest-style gardens. The Plant Company supplies strong, NZ-grown plants ready to establish and spread in the right conditions.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Ferns
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy, Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Dicksonia squarrosa (Punga) tree fern in a native reserve.

Dicksonia squarrosa (Wheki)

Dicksonia squarrosa, commonly known as Rough Tree Fern or Ponga, is a native New Zealand fern prized for its striking, upright trunk and lush, feathery fronds. It thrives in shaded, sheltered spots with moist, well-drained soil, making it perfect for forest-style gardens or damp areas. This evergreen fern creates a tropical, native feel and provides excellent understorey coverage. Hardy and slow-growing, Ponga is an iconic feature in NZ landscapes and adds a timeless, natural charm.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Ferns
Height: 6.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Tolerances: Wet
Garden uses: Ponds, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
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Cyathea dealbata (Punga)

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An Asplenium bulbiferum (Hen and Chicken Fern) growing in a shaded postion and displaying lush, green fronds.

Asplenium bulbiferum (Hen And Chicken Fern)

Asplenium bulbiferum, commonly known as the Hen and Chicken Fern or Pikopiko Fern, is a popular NZ native prized for its lush, arching fronds and...

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Podocarpus gracilior (African Fern Pine)

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Sophora chathamica (Coastal Kowhai)

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Sophora fulvida (Southern Kowhai)

Sophora fulvida is a smaller variety of the NZ native Kowhai and is grown for both its foliage and flowers. This compact selection produces bright...

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Sophora godleyi (Godleys Kowhai)

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Libocedrus plumosa (Kawaka)

Libocedrus plumosa, commonly known as Kawaka or the New Zealand Cedar, is a NZ native conifer often grown as specimen tree. It grows with a pyramidal...

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Leptinella dioica (Bachelors Buttons)

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Sophora Goldies Mantle (Sophora Goldies Mantle )

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Podocarpus Maki (Fern Pine)

Podocarpus macrophyllus Maki, commonly known as Shrubby Yew Tree, Chinese Podocarpus, or Shrubby Podocarpus, produces dense, dark green leaves, with...

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Stunning Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea' yellow flowers amidst olive-green foliage.

Metrosideros excelsa Aurea

Metrosideros excelsa ‘Aurea’, commonly known as the Yellow Pohutukawa, is a rare and striking New Zealand native tree that features soft yellow...

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Leptinella pusilla (Purple Brass Buttons)

Leptinella pusilla, commonly known as the Purple Brass Buttons plant, is an herbaceous perennial native to New Zealand. It is a creeping and somewhat...

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A Metrosideros robusta (Northern Rata) tree in full flower in a native reserve.

Metrosideros robusta

Metrosideros robusta, commonly known as Northern Rata, is a majestic New Zealand native tree renowned for its brilliant red flowers and large...

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Dysoxylum spectabile (New Zealand Mahogany)

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Leptospermum Wiri Joan

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Leptospermum Wiri Linda

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Festuca novae-zelandiae (Native Fescue)

Festuca novae-zelandiae is a NZ Native Fescue grass with delicate, tawny-coloured leaves up to 60 cm long. The leaves are rough to the touch and have...

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Coprosma kirkii green foliage held on yellow stems.

Coprosma kirkii

Coprosma kirkii, also known as Kirk's Coprosma, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover featuring dense, spreading growth and small, olive-green...

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Sophora tetraptera (Large-leaved Kowhai) yellow flowers.

Sophora tetraptera (Large Leaved Kōwhai)

Sophora tetraptera, commonly known as Large-Leaved Kowhai, is a striking New Zealand native tree recognised for its broad leaflets and vivid yellow...

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Selecting the correct native plant fertiliser is essential as they often tend to be slow growing and so require a tailored nutrient plan to meet...

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Carpodetus serratus

Carpodetus serratus, commonly known as the Putaputaweta Tree or Marble Leaf, is an attractive, NZ native tree with spreading branches that host...

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Leptospermum Cygnus

Leptospermum Cygnus is a hardy New Zealand native shrub prized for its abundant white flowers blushed with pink in spring and summer. Its compact...

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Aristotelia serrata (Wineberry) tree with masses of black berries.

Aristotelia serrata (Wineberry)

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Corynocarpus laevigatus (Karaka) tree with lush foliage.

Corynocarpus laevigatus

Corynocarpus laevigatus, commonly known as Karaka, is a handsome, NZ native tree that features large and glossy, green leaves. The lush foliage is...

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A large Dacrycarpus dacrydioides (Kahikatea) tree.

Dacrycarpus dacrydioides (Kahikatea)

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Leptospermum Martini

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Blechnum novae-zelandiae (Kiokio)

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