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

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Griselinia 'Ardmore Emerald', also known as Kapuka, is a robust New Zealand native tree prized for its glossy dark green foliage and rapid growth. Ideal for hedging, shelter belts, and privacy screens, it quickly forms a dense, evergreen barrier that thrives in a wide range of conditions—including coastal and wind-exposed sites. Its tidy form, minimal maintenance needs, and strong tolerance to salt-laden winds make it a dependable choice for both rural and urban landscapes across New Zealand.

From $114.34

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 8.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native

Ficus 'Tuffi' – Fast-Growing Evergreen Hedge Plant

5 from 3 customers

Ficus 'Tuffi' is a popular choice in New Zealand for creating dense, evergreen hedges and screens. With its upright growth habit, glossy green leaves, and fast-growing nature, it’s perfect for low-maintenance privacy planting in urban or rural landscapes.

From $14.83

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening, Topiary
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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Griselinia 'Broadway Mint' – Hardy NZ Native Hedge Plant with Glossy Green Foliage

Griselinia ‘Broadway Mint’ is a fast-growing, evergreen New Zealand native shrub prized for its dense, glossy lime-green foliage and natural...

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Cupressus leylandii Ferndown

Cupressus leylandii Ferndown is a fast-growing and features feathery, light green leaves which are held densely on somewhat pendulous branches. It...

From$290.43
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Westringia fruticosa

Westringia fruticosa, commonly known as Coastal Rosemary, is a fast growing, evergreen shrub. It features narrow, grey-green leaves held densely on...

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Phebalium squameum

Phebalium squameum is a fast-growing, small tree featuring aromatic, olive-like leaves which are narrow, dull green above and silver-white...

From$152.48
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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...

From$22.28
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Griselinia Whenuapai (Kapuka) – Compact NZ Native Hedge Plant with Glossy Green Foliage

Griselinia Whenuapai, also known as Kapuka, is a compact and hardy New Zealand native shrub that delivers year-round structure and vibrant greenery...

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Phebalium Illumination

Phebalium Illumination is a fast growing, small tree that carries aromatic, narrow leaves which are variegated with green and yellow. Small...

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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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Large Eugenia ventenatii hedge with red and green foliage.

Eugenia ventenatii

Eugenia ventenatii (aka Syzygium australe), commonly known as Lilly Pilly, is a fast-growing and colourful shrub. The new foliage is a striking red...

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Leptospermum Copper Sheen

Leptospermum Copper Sheen is an Australian native that bears both attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves are small, copper coloured, and produced...

From$29.73
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Feijoa Kaiteri

Feijoa Kaiteri is a fast-growing variety that produces an early crop of large, sweet fruit in autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 2.5 m...

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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...

From$23.77
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Leptospermum Blossom

Leptospermum Blossom, commonly known as NZ Tea Tree, is a fast growing, NZ native shrub that produces stunning flowers. Double, pink flowers are...

From$222.05
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Grevillea Canberra Gem

Grevillea Canberra Gem, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a fast-growing shrub renowned for its striking flowers and great foliage. Showy clusters...

From$28.24
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Grevillea Apricot Glow

Grevillea olivacea Apricot Glow, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a fast growing, evergreen shrub renowned for its ornate and striking flowers...

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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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Buddleia Lochinch

Buddleia Lochinch, commonly known as the Butterfly Bush, is an evergreen and fast-growing shrub that produces masses of fragrant, mauve-blue flowers...

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Kunzea robusta

Kunzea robusta, commonly known as Kanuka or the White Tea Tree, is a fast growing, NZ native tree. It features small, dark green leaves which release...

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Lonicera nitida hedge.

Lonicera nitida

Lonicera nitida, commonly known as the Boxleaf Honeysuckle, is a hardy shrub often used instead of Buxus as a hedge. It carries dense, upright...

From$22.28
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Rosmarinus Tuscan Blue

Rosmarinus Tuscan Blue is a fast-growing and upright Rosemary plant. It features petite, sky-blue flowers borne amidst the dark green leaves through...

From$20.79
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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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Griselinia 'Canterbury' hedge with lush green foliage.

Griselinia 'Canterbury' (Kapuka) – Compact NZ Native Hedge with Glossy Green Foliage

Griselinia ‘Canterbury’, also known as Kapuka, is a compact New Zealand native shrub prized for its bright green foliage held on attractive red-brown...

From$22.28
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Lonicera Honey Hedge Ruby

Lonicera Honey Hedge Ruby is a hardy, evergreen shrub often used instead of a Buxus hedge. It carries dense, upright branches and small, glossy, dark...

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Lonicera Honey Hedge Lemon

Lonicera Honey Hedge Lemon is an evergreen shrub often used instead of Buxus for hedges. It carries dense, upright branches that host small and...

From$22.28
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Lonicera Honey Hedge Lime

Lonicera Honey Hedge Lime is an evergreen shrub often used instead as an alternative to a Buxus hedge. It carries dense, upright branches that host...

From$23.10
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Viburnum Hedge Master

Viburnum Hedge Master is an evergreen shrub grown for its lush and colourful foliage. The glossy foliage emerges red and ages to become dark green...

From$26.75
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Viburnum Dense Fence

Viburnum Dense Fence is an evergreen shrub that features glossy foliage that emerges red and ages to become dark green. Left untrimmed it will grow...

From$26.75
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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...

From$19.30
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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...

From$20.00
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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...

From$32.50
Griselinia 'Ardmore Emerald' (Kapuka) – Fast-Growing NZ Native Hedge and Shelter Tree

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