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Sophora microphylla (Small Leaved Kōwhai)

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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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Sophora tetraptera (Large Leaved Kōwhai)

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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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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Alectryon excelsus tree in a urban park.

Alectryon excelsus (Titoki Tree)

Titoki is a native New Zealand evergreen tree prized for its glossy, dark green leaves and bright red fruit. It adds year-round interest and is ideal...

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Dicksonia squarrosa (Rough Tree Fern)

Dicksonia squarrosa is a standout plant valued for its commonly known as NZ Wheki or Rough Tree Fern, is a NZ native tree fern that features a...

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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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Meryta sinclairii (Puka Plant)

Meryta sinclairii, commonly known as the Puka Tree or Puka Plant, is a NZ native shrub with a lush and tropical appearance. It bears large and...

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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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Fuchsia procumbens (Creeping Fuchsia)

Fuchsia procumbens is a low-growing, spreading native plant ideal for shaded areas and coastal gardens in New Zealand. This hardy groundcover is...

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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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Leptinella Platts Black (Bachelor Button Plant)

Leptinella Platts Black, commonly known as the Bachelor Button Plant, is a low growing, herbaceous perennial commonly used as a groundcover. This...

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Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as the NZ Native Ice Plant, is a fast-growing groundcover that is found naturally along coast lines. Plants carry...

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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 virgata (Pukio Plant)

Carex virgata is a clump-forming ornamental grass growing up to 1 metre tall. Known for its fine, arching green foliage, it adds graceful movement...

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Chamaecytisus palmensis (Tree Lucerne)

Chamaecytisus palmensis is a fast growing, evergreen tree that produces mid-green foliage held on arching branches. It bears masses of small, white...

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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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Fuchsia arborescens (Tree Fuchsia)

Fuchsia arborescens is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens. Fuchsia arborescens is an evergreen shrub favoured for its pretty flowers which are...

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Crassula ovata (Money Tree)

Crassula ovata is a versatile plant ideal for New Zealand gardens, offering unique features and easy care.

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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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Ficus benjamina (Weeping Fig Plant)

Ficus benjamina, commonly known as the weeping fig, is a timeless indoor plant admired for its arching branches and lush green leaves. It adds an...

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Quercus robur (Oak Tree)

Quercus robur, commonly known as the English Oak tree or Pedunculate Oak, is a large and stately, deciduous tree. This Oak tree typically grows to 25...

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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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Tree Guards (Tree Guards)

Our tree guards and plant shelters are bio-degradable products that are perfect for using in riparian areas and other exposed positions. They are...

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Red Delicious apples.

Apple Golden Delicious & Red Delicious (Double Grafted Apple Trees)

Double grafted apple trees achieve higher yields due to better pollination and also extend the fruiting season. Red Delicious and Golden Delicious...

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Mentha Plant

The Mentha plant, commonly known as Mint or Spearmint, is an herbaceous perennial grown for its aromatic foliage. It produces upright stems that...

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Paulownia tomentosa (Empress Tree)

Commonly known as the Empress Tree, this is a showy tree grown for its impressive flowering. Masses of showy, lilac-blue flowers are borne in...

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Sophora microphylla (Small Leaved Kōwhai)

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