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Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Looking for Griselinia for sale to create lush, evergreen boundaries or to add a touch of vibrant green to your New Zealand garden? Griselinia is one of our most popular hedge and screen plants, thanks to its hardy nature and stunning, glossy foliage that thrives in a wide range of conditions. Whether you’re establishing a new shelterbelt, filling out a coastal landscape, or seeking an easy-care shrub that copes well with wind and salt spray, Griselinia is a top choice for both residential and commercial planting projects.

Griselinia littoralis

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Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as Kapuka, is a popular New Zealand native shrub valued for its lush, glossy green foliage and dense, upright growth. It typically grows to 4–6 metres tall and is widely used for hedging, screening, and shelter planting. Kapuka thrives in full sun or partial shade and tolerates wind, coastal conditions, and moderate frost. This hardy evergreen is easy to maintain and adds year-round structure and greenery to NZ gardens.

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From $22.88

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Trees

Height: 8.00 m

Spread: 4.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind

Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening

Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native

Griselinia lucida

Griselinia lucida, commonly known as Akapuka, is a striking New Zealand native shrub or small tree characterized by its large, leathery, and glossy green leaves. It naturally grows as an epiphyte or on rocky outcrops, but also thrives in garden settings. Akapuka can reach heights of 4-8 metres and is ideal for creating a lush, tropical feel. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade to full sun and is tolerant of wind and coastal conditions once established.

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From $19.58

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 5.00 m

Spread: 2.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Tropical

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Why Choose Griselinia?

Griselinia is renowned for its rapid growth, dense form, and low maintenance requirements. The classic Griselinia littoralis is beloved throughout New Zealand as a reliable hedging plant that stays lush and green year-round. Their tolerance to trimming makes these versatile plants perfect for formal hedges or informal screens, while their robust root system helps stabilise soil in exposed sites. If you are seeking Griselinia for sale, you’ll find options suitable for gardens of any size and style.

Popular Griselinia Varieties

When shopping for Griselinia for sale, you’ll come across several attractive varieties, each offering unique features to suit your landscape’s needs.

Griselinia littoralis is the classic New Zealand broadleaf, prized for its upright habit and adaptability to most soils.
Griselinia 'Whenuapai' is a standout with its especially clean, glossy foliage, ideal for smart, formal hedges.
Griselinia 'Broadway Mint' offers a dense, bushy structure and attractive green leaves with a subtle minty hue, perfect for sheltered spots.
Griselinia 'Canterbury' is bred for extra cold hardiness, making it a reliable choice for southern gardens.
For something different, Griselinia littoralis variegata (Variegated Griselinia) brings a splash of creamy white to your planting palette, brightening up shaded corners and enlivening mixed borders.

Planting and Care Tips

Griselinia is easy to establish, thriving best in well-drained soil and a sunny or partly shaded position. When spacing your Griselinia for hedging, allow for 80cm to 1m between plants for dense coverage. Water well during the first growing season and apply a layer of mulch to retain moisture. Annual trimming in late summer encourages bushiness and keeps hedges neat and compact. Most Griselinia varieties are tolerant of coastal conditions and occasional frosts, though regular feeding with a balanced fertiliser ensures vigorous, healthy growth.

Transform Your Landscape With Quality Griselinia

When browsing Griselinia for sale, consider the height, form, and leaf colour you wish to achieve in your garden. From classic native shelter to contemporary topiary, Griselinia’s adaptability and good looks make it a landscaping favourite. Explore our full range of Griselinia varieties, including Griselinia littoralis, Griselinia 'Whenuapai', Griselinia 'Broadway Mint', Griselinia 'Canterbury', and Griselinia littoralis variegata (Variegated Griselinia), to discover the perfect option for your next garden project. Our plants are NZ-grown, premium quality, and ready to thrive in your local conditions.

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