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Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue) growing as a topiary hedge.

Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue)

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Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue) is a vigorous, hardy NZ native climber or groundcover. It features wiry, twining stems and small, glossy green leaves that create dense coverage. Growing up to 4 m wide and 2 m high, it’s perfect for fences, banks, or walls. Pohuehue tolerates wind, salt spray, and dry conditions once established. Small, white flowers are followed by black berries, attracting birds and making it an excellent choice for both erosion control and biodiversity.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Arches, Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas, Topiary, Walls
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
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Cyathea dealbata (Punga)

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Cyathea dealbata, commonly known as the Silver Fern, is an iconic native New Zealand tree fern famous for its striking silver-green fronds and elegant appearance. Ideal for shady gardens, patios, and naturalistic landscapes, it adds a distinct cultural and botanical touch.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Ferns
Height: 6.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Tolerances: Shade, Wet
Garden uses: Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian, Tropical
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Blechnum novae-zelandiae (Kiokio)

Blechnum novae-zelandiae, also known as kiokio, is a hardy, native ground fern ideal for naturalistic and native plantings across New Zealand. With...

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Leptinella dioica (Bachelors Buttons)

Leptinella dioica (aka Cotula dioica), commonly known as Bachelors Buttons, is an herbaceous perennial native to New Zealand. It is a creeping and...

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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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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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Phormium 'Rainbow Maiden' flax plants with colourful pink and purple foliage.

Phormium 'Rainbow Maiden'

Phormium 'Rainbow Maiden' is a vibrant New Zealand native flax variety admired for its striking pink, bronze, and green striped foliage. This...

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Sophora Goldies Mantle (Sophora Goldies Mantle )

Sophora Goldies Mantle is a variety of Kowhai with a semi-weeping form. It features mid green, fern like foliage that has a soft appearance. The...

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Podocarpus gracilior (African Fern Pine)

Podocarpus gracilior, commonly known as the African Fern Pine, Fern Podocarpus, carries soft, weeping, deep green foliage held on rigid branches. It...

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Clematis paniculata white flowers.

Clematis paniculata

Clematis paniculata, known as Puawhananga, is a stunning native New Zealand climber celebrated for its masses of fragrant white flowers in spring and...

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Arthropodium Te Puna (Rengarenga Lily)

Arthropodium cirratum Te Puna features lush and broad, arching leaves that are accentuated with beautiful sprays of starry, white flowers through...

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Leptospermum Princess Anne

Leptospermum Princess Anne is a hardy New Zealand native shrub celebrated for its stunning double white flowers with maroon centres and aromatic...

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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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Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo) olive-green foliage and red flowers.

Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo)

Pittosporum crassifolium, commonly known as Karo, is a hardy, evergreen shrub or small tree native to New Zealand. It features dense, grey-green...

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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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A small Pseudopanax 'Cyril Watson' shrub with lush, bright green foliage.

Pseudopanax Cyril Watson

Pseudopanax 'Cyril Watson' is a distinctive New Zealand native shrub, recognised for its lush, glossy green foliage with 3 to 5 rounded, partially...

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Arthropodium cirratum (Rengarenga) plants in flower with lush green foliage in a border garden.

Arthropodium cirratum (Rengarenga Lily)

Arthropodium cirratum, commonly known as Rengarenga Lily or New Zealand Rock Lily, is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial native to New Zealand. It...

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Leptospermum Wiri Joan

Leptospermum Wiri Joan is a compact and hardy New Zealand native shrub prized for its dense foliage and delicate flowers. Ideal for hedging...

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Sophora prostrata (Prostrate Kōwhai)

Sophora prostrata is a low-growing, spreading native New Zealand Kowhai shrub prized for its delicate yellow flowers and dense foliage. Ideal for...

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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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Metrosideros Vibrance

Metrosideros 'Vibrance' is a compact, evergreen tree prized for its vivid red flowers and dense, silver-green foliage. Typically growing to 4-5...

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Leptospermum Mesmer Eyes

Leptospermum Mesmer Eyes is a striking New Zealand native shrub prized for its attractive foliage and delicate flowers. Perfect for hedging...

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Ginkgo Ming Princess

Ginkgo Ming Princess is a miniature variety of Ginkgo biloba and is grown for its colourful foliage and variable growth habit. The rich green leaves...

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Coprosma Beatsons Brown

Coprosma Beatsons Brown is a versatile shrub well suited to New Zealand gardens. Coprosma Beatsons Brown offers unique features that enhance garden...

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Griselinia Broadway Mint hedge with lush, green foliage.

Griselinia 'Broadway Mint'

Griselinia Broadway Mint, commonly known as NZ Broadleaf, is a fast-growing, evergreen New Zealand native shrub prized for its dense, glossy...

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Juncus edgariae (Wiwi) plants growing in a wetland.

Juncus edgariae (Edgar's Rush)

Juncus edgariae, commonly known as Wiwi, is the most prevalent species of Rush in New Zealand and grows as a tight clump with bright green, stem-like...

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Pseudopanax crassifolius growing in a garden with dark green foliage.

Pseudopanax crassifolius (Lancewood)

Pseudopanax crassifolius, commonly known as Lancewood or Horoeka, is a distinctive New Zealand native tree renowned for its dramatic transformation...

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Anemanthele lessoniana grass with colourful, orange and green foliage growing in a pot.

Anemanthele lessoniana (Pheasant's Tail Grass)

Anemanthele lessoniana, also known as Pheasant's Tail Grass or New Zealand Wind Grass, is a graceful, clump-forming ornamental grass native to New...

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Pittosporum eugenioides tree with lush, dark green foliage and cream-coloured flowers.

Pittosporum eugenioides (Tarata)

Pittosporum eugenioides, commonly known as Tarata or Lemonwood, is a fast-growing native New Zealand tree valued for its glossy green leaves and...

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Orange foliage on Carex testacea.

Carex testacea

Carex testacea, commonly known as Orange Sedge, is a striking New Zealand native grass admired for its fine, arching foliage that turns a brilliant...

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Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' green foliage.

Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' (Dwarf Karo)

Pittosporum ‘Stephens Island’ is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its dense, upright growth and attractive grey-green foliage. A hardy New...

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Leptospermum Blushing Star

Leptospermum Blushing Star is a hardy New Zealand native shrub celebrated for its delicate pink flowers and dense foliage. Perfect for adding soft...

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Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue)

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