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New Zealand Native Evergreen Trees

Sophora microphylla

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Sophora microphylla, commonly known as Kowhai, is a fast-growing native New Zealand tree celebrated for its vibrant yellow flowers and attractive foliage. Perfect for adding natural beauty, screening, or hedging in gardens, this tree is well-suited to New Zealand’s climate and conditions.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 10.00 m
Spread: 6.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Parks, Ponds, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Native

Griselinia Ardmore Emerald (Kapuka)

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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.

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
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Sophora tetraptera

Sophora tetraptera, known as Large Kowhai, is a native New Zealand tree admired for its striking large yellow flowers and robust growth. Perfect for...

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Hedycarya arborea

Hedycarya arborea, commonly known as Pigeonwood, is a small tree with attractive, dark green foliage and berries that are a magnet for birds...

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Alectryon excelsus tree in a urban park.

Alectryon excelsus (Titoki Tree)

Alectryon excelsus, commonly known as Titoki or NZ Oak, is a NZ native, evergreen tree growing to about 8 m tall and 3 m wide. It carries glossy...

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Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo)

Pittosporum crassifolium, known as karo, is a robust New Zealand native tree prized for its thick, leathery leaves and tolerance to coastal...

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Podocarpus totara 'Aurea' tree with yellow foliage.

Podocarpus totara Aurea (Golden Totara Tree)

Podocarpus totara Aurea, commonly known as Golden Totara, features golden foliage, which is made up of short, needle-like leaves that are held...

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Pittosporum ralphii (Ralphs Karo)

Pittosporum ralphii is a hardy, evergreen native shrub or small tree ideal for hedging, screening, and native planting projects across New Zealand...

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Pittosporum tenuifolium (Kohuhu)

Pittosporum tenuifolium is a popular native New Zealand shrub known for its fine, dark green foliage and compact form. Perfect for creating privacy...

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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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Beilschmiedia tarairi (Taraire)

Beilschmiedia tarairi, commonly known as the Taraire tree, is a unique, NZ native tree. Its prominent feature are the masses of olive-like, purple...

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Pseudopanax arboreus (Five Finger)

Pseudopanax arboreus, commonly known as Five Finger or Whauwhaupaku, is a versatile and fast-growing native New Zealand tree. With its glossy, dark...

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Olearia lineata (Daisy Tree)

Olearia lineata, commonly known as the Tree Daisy, is a bushy, evergreen NZ native tree renowned for its fine, grey, willowy foliage. It produces...

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Corynocarpus laevigatus (Karaka)

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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Agathis australis (Kauri Tree)

Agathis australis, commonly known as the Kauri tree, is a revered New Zealand native conifer renowned for its immense size and longevity. Reaching...

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Pittosporum Wrinkled Blue (Kohuhu)

Pittosporum ‘Wrinkled Blue’ is an attractive, upright evergreen tree known for its distinctive blue-grey foliage and dense, columnar growth habit...

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Metrosideros robusta (Northern Rata)

Metrosideros robusta, commonly known as Northern Rātā, is a towering New Zealand native tree celebrated for its brilliant red summer flowers and...

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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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Metrosideros Maori Princess (Pohutukawa)

Metrosideros 'Maori Princess' is a New Zealand native cultivar of the Pōhutukawa tree, celebrated for its vibrant crimson summer flowers and glossy...

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Cordyline australis trees growing as a cluster.

Cordyline australis (Cabbage Tree)

Cordyline australis, also known as the Cabbage Tree or tī kōuka, is a hardy and iconic New Zealand native. It features long, sword-like green leaves...

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Metrosideros excelsa (Pohutukawa)

Metrosideros excelsa, commonly known as Pōhutukawa or the New Zealand Christmas tree, is a coastal native celebrated for its vibrant crimson flowers...

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Carex testacea (Orange Sedge)

Carex testacea is a compact clump-forming ornamental grass growing up to 45 cm tall. Known for its vibrant copper-coloured foliage and fine texture...

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Carex comans Green (New Zealand Hairy Sedge)

Carex comans Green is a NZ native, ornamental grass featuring slender and arching, lime green foliage. It grows as a tidy clump to about 40 cm tall...

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Laurus nobilis foliage and flowers.

Laurus nobilis (Bay Tree)

Laurus nobilis, commonly known as Laurel or Bay Tree, is an evergreen tree that features leaves that are glossy green, aromatic, and somewhat...

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Plagianthus regius as a small tree in a garden.

Plagianthus regius (Ribbonwood)

The Plagianthus regius, commonly known as the Ribbonwood tree, is a stunning native NZ tree prized for its unique peeling bark and graceful canopy...

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Lomandra Evergreen Baby

Lomandra Evergreen Baby is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass known for its fine, deep-green foliage and tidy, rounded form. Growing to...

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Sequoiadendron giganteum (Sequoia gigantea Tree)

Sequoiadendron giganteum, commonly known as the Giant Redwood, is a large, evergreen tree and aptly named for its red coloured wood. It features...

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Plagianthus regia betulinus (Houi)

Plagianthus regia betulinus is a beautiful native New Zealand ribbonwood tree known for its distinctive peeling bark and elegant canopy. Perfect for...

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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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Alnus jorullensis (Evergreen Alder)

Alnus jorullensis, commonly known as the Evergreen Alder or Mexican Alder, is a fast-growing tree that produces a broad crown of open and drooping...

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Cotinus coggygria Purpureus (Purple Smoke Tree)

Cotinus coggygria Purpureus is a striking smoke tree and smoke bush variety admired for its deep purple foliage and feathery, smoky pink flower...

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Platanus acerifolia (Plane Tree)

Platanus acerifolia, commonly known as the London Plane Tree, is a large, deciduous tree grown for its foliage, stature, and showy fruits. The...

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Sophora microphylla

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