Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

Nz Native Shade Plants

An Asplenium bulbiferum (Hen and Chicken Fern) growing in a shaded postion and displaying lush, green fronds.

Asplenium bulbiferum (Hen And Chicken Fern)

5 from 3 customers

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 ability to produce baby ferns (plantlets) along the leaf edges. Ideal for shaded gardens, underplanting, or pots, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil with protection from direct sun and wind. This fern adds a soft, tropical feel to any space and is low-maintenance, making it a favourite for both indoor and outdoor use.

From $32.93

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Ferns
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 30 cm
Tolerances: Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Tropical
Blechnum novae-zelandiae (Kiokio) ferns with lush, green fronds.

Blechnum novae-zelandiae

5 from 3 customers

Blechnum novae-zelandiae (Kiokio) is a bold and dramatic NZ native fern known for its long, arching fronds and strong presence in shaded garden areas. New growth often emerges with reddish tones before maturing to rich green, giving this fern year round visual interest. Thriving in moist, sheltered environments, Kiokio is ideal for native plantings, woodland gardens, and creating natural, forest like layers in NZ landscapes.

From $25.01

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Ferns
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy, Shade
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian, Woodland
Pseudowintera colorata colourful foliage.

Pseudowintera colorata

Pseudowintera colorata, commonly known as Mountain Horopito, is a NZ native shrub grown for its colourful foliage. New growth has dominant red tones...

From$23.69
Dianella nigra plant with masses of blue berries.

Dianella nigra (New Zealand Blueberry)

Dianella nigra, commonly known as the New Zealand Blueberry or Tūrutu, is a NZ native that features lush foliage and glossy berries that vary in...

From$15.18
Sophora fulvida tree with masses of yellow flowers.

Sophora fulvida

Sophora fulvida (Southern Kōwhai) is a beautiful New Zealand native tree admired for its golden yellow flowers and fine green foliage. Flowering in...

From$447.12
Carex solandri grass in a NZ native planting.

Carex solandri

Carex solandri is a NZ native, ornamental grass that features attractive, dark green foliage. The foliage emerges upright and develops a gentle and...

From$9.90
carpodetus-serratus-4

Carpodetus serratus

Carpodetus serratus, commonly known as the Putaputaweta Tree or Marble Leaf, is an attractive, NZ native tree with spreading branches that host...

From$28.97
Dysoxylum spectabile tree.

Dysoxylum spectabile (New Zealand Mahogany)

Dysoxylum spectabile, commonly known as Kohekohe, is a majestic NZ native tree admired for its glossy dark green leaves and clusters of fragrant...

From$27.65
Fuchsia procumbens plant growing across the ground with green foliage and yellow-green flowers.

Fuchsia procumbens (Creeping Fuchsia)

Fuchsia procumbens, commonly known as Creeping Fuchsia, is a low-growing, NZ native plant valued for its unique yellow-red flowers and ornamental...

From$17.82
Corynocarpus laevigatus (Karaka) tree with lush foliage.

Corynocarpus laevigatus

Corynocarpus laevigatus, commonly known as Karaka, is a handsome, NZ native tree that features large and glossy, green leaves. The lush foliage is...

From$19.73
Coprosma kirkii green foliage held on yellow stems.

Coprosma kirkii

Coprosma kirkii, commonly known as Creeping Coprosma, is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub valued for its dense, trailing habit and small glossy...

From$19.73
Carpodetus serratus prostrata plant with horizontal stems and marbled leaves.

Carpodetus serratus prostrata

Carpodetus serratus prostrata, commonly known as prostrate Marble Leaf or prostrate Putaputaweta, is a low-growing, NZ native shrub that is often...

From$26.33
Carex maorica growing in water.

Carex maorica (NZ Sedge)

Carex maorica is a hardy New Zealand native sedge that forms attractive clumps of arching, green foliage. Found naturally in wetlands and damp areas...

From$6.53
Melicytus ramiflorus (Mahoe) tree with lush, green foliage.

Melicytus ramiflorus

Melicytus ramiflorus, commonly known as Mahoe or Whiteywood, is a mid-sized, NZ native tree featuring lush foliage which is bright green and tends to...

From$17.09
Knightia excelsa (Rewarewa) specimen tree in a park.

Knightia excelsa

Knightia excelsa, commonly known as Rewarewa, is an impressive NZ native tree featuring showy flowers and lush foliage. Unusual yet attractive, dark...

From$23.10
A tui feeding on the berries and flowers in a Pseudopanax arboreus (Whauwhaupaku) tree.

Pseudopanax arboreus (Five-Finger)

Pseudopanax arboreus, commonly known as Five Finger or Whauwhaupaku, is a fast-growing NZ native tree that typically reaches 4–6 m tall. It features...

From$18.41
dichondra-silver-falls-2

Dichondra Silver Falls (Silver Falls Plant)

Dichondra Silver Falls is a popular choice for NZ gardens, known for its commonly known as Silver Ponyfoot, is an herbaceous perennial grown for its...

From$19.73
fuscospora-cliffortioides-4

Fuscospora cliffortioides (Mountain Beech)

Commonly known as Mountain Beech, this is a large, evergreen tree native to NZ. The foliage comprises small, dark green leaves which are held densely...

From$266.07
A lush Coprosma repens shrub growing in a shaded position.

Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant)

Coprosma repens, also known as Taupata or Mirror Plant, is a robust New Zealand native shrub featuring lush, glossy green foliage. Growing up to 3...

From$19.73
70-windbreak-2

Shadecloth - 70% Shade (Shade Cloth For Plants)

This shade cloth for plants, which is also used as plant windbreaks, reduces light levels and windspeeds by 70%. Therefore, 30% of the wind or light...

From$420.00
sorbus-scarlet-king-

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

From$293.25
Chlorophytum 'Golden Glow' plant.

Chlorophytum Golden Glow (Chlorophytum comosum Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum Golden Glow, commonly known as the Spider Plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush and bright foliage. It features...

From$19.14
maranta-rabbit-tracks-3

Maranta Rabbit Tracks (Prayer Plant)

Maranta Rabbit Tracks features broad leaves that are a mix of dark green and black in a symmetrical pattern. It grows as a clump to about 20 cm tall...

From$36.89
ctenanthe-grey-star-

Ctenanthe Grey Star (Never Never Plant)

Ctenanthe Grey Star is a colourful foliage plant often grown as a houseplant. It features rounded leaves that are variegated with silver and dark...

From$36.89
Stromanthe triostar plant.

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

From$31.61
scutellaria-indica-parvifolia-

Scutellaria indica parvifolia (Skullcap Herb Plant)

Scutellaria indica Parvifolia, commonly known as the Skullcap Herb Plant or Skullcaps plant, is grown for its foliage and flowers. This versatile and...

From$26.33
eutaxia-obovata-nana-

Eutaxia obovata Nana (Bush Pea Plant)

Eutaxia obovata Nana, commonly known as the Egg and Bacon Plant, is an Australian native shrub grown for its interesting flowers that resemble bacon...

From$39.53
boysenberry-mapua-

Boysenberry Mapua (Boysenberry Plant)

Boysenberry Mapua is a popular variety of Boysenberry owing to its fabulous fruit and lack of thorns. It produces white flowers in spring which...

From$35.57
50-windbreak-2

Shadecloth - 50% Shade (Shade Cloth)

This shade cloth which is also used as garden windbreak, reduces light levels and windspeeds by 50%. Therefore, 50% of the wind or light will still...

From$360.00
serissa-snowflake--2

Serissa Snowflake (Snow Rose Plant)

Serissa Snowflake, commonly known as the Snow Rose plant, is an evergreen shrub grown for its lovely flowering and foliage. Showy, white flowers...

From$23.69
boysenberry-tasman-1

Boysenberry Tasman (Boysenberry Plants)

Boysenberry Tasman is a popular variety of Boysenberry owing to its fabulous fruit and lack of thorns. It produces white flowers in spring which...

From$35.57
50-windbreak-roll-2

Windbreak - 50% (Garden Shade Cloth)

This green windbreak is also used as garden shade cloth and reduces light levels and windspeeds by 50%. Therefore, 50% of the wind or light will...

From$720.00
Asplenium bulbiferum (Hen And Chicken Fern)

Did you find what you are looking for?

You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Asplenium, Blechnum, Boysenberry, Carex, Carpodetus, Chlorophytum, Coprosma, Corynocarpus, Ctenanthe, Dianella, Dichondra, Dysoxylum, Eutaxia, Fuchsia, Fuscospora, Knightia, Maranta, Melicytus, Pseudopanax, Pseudowintera, Scutellaria, Serissa, Sophora Sorbus and Stromanthe, or related Categories - Shadecloth & Windbreak, Boysenberry Plants, Ground Fern, Flaxes, Grasses, Groundcover Plants, Indoor Plants, Perennials, Evergreen Shrubs Deciduous Trees and Evergreen Trees.

Search nz native shade plants

Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

Illustration of plant leaves.
Our garden favourites Lomandra Little Con and Rose Flower Carpet White get lots of love, but don’t miss out on a few lesser-known delights: Apple Liberty (Liberty Apple), Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue), and Eucryphia cordifolia (Ulmo).
–The Plant Company

Explore Garden Inspiration

Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.9

514 Google reviews