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A large Prumnopitys ferruginea (Miro Tree) with lush, green foliage.

Prumnopitys ferruginea

Prumnopitys ferruginea, commonly known as Miro, is a majestic New Zealand native tree belonging to the Podocarp family. This long lived evergreen species is renowned for its attractive dark green foliage and fleshy red seed cones that attract native birds such as kererū. Miro is a slow growing but highly valuable specimen tree that brings heritage, shade, and ecological importance to NZ gardens and landscapes. It is ideal for large properties, parks, and native revegetation projects.

From $69.09

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 25.00 m
Spread: 6.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy, Wet
Garden uses: Parks, Ponds, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Forestry, Native
Acer 'Asahi Zuru' green and white variegated foliage.

Acer 'Asahi Zuru'

Acer 'Asahi Zuru' is a stunning Japanese Maple known for its delicate, variegated leaves that blend pink, white, and green tones. In autumn, the foliage turns rich shades of red and orange, creating a spectacular garden display. This small deciduous tree brings elegance and colour to NZ gardens year-round, thriving in sheltered areas where it adds a touch of tranquillity and refined beauty.

From $376.94

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 3.50 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Laurus nobilis foliage and flowers.

Laurus nobilis

Laurus nobilis is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It is most commonly grown as a specimen, used as a hedge (both trimmed and untrimmed), added to a...

From$32.93
A Laurus nobilis 'Angustifolia' small specimen tree in a garden.

Laurus nobilis angustifolia

Laurus nobilis angustifolia is a variety of Laurel grown for its compact growth habit and elegant foliage. This evergreen tree features lush, dark...

From$351.00
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Eugenia uniflora (Surinam Cherry)

Eugenia uniflora, commonly known as the Surinam or Brazilian Cherry, is a small tree that features new foliage which emerges a bronze colour and ages...

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A lagre Podocarpus totara tree about 150 years of age.

Podocarpus totara

Podocarpus totara, commonly known as the Totara tree, is a majestic native tree of New Zealand, prized for its durable timber and cultural...

From$28.97
A Michelia 'Fairy Cream' hedge with masses of cream-white flowers and glossy, green foliage.

Michelia Fairy Cream

Michelia 'Fairy Cream' grows as a small and shapely tree carrying glossy, green leaves which are attractive in their own right. Velvet buds are borne...

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Cedrela sinensis Flamingo (Toon Tree)

Cedrela sinensis Flamingo is a highly colourful, deciduous tree featuring bright, salmon-pink foliage in spring which ages to cream-yellow, and then...

From$27.65
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Schefflera actinophylla

The Schefflera actinophylla plant, commonly known as the Umbrella Tree or Umbrella Plant, is an evergreen tree that originates from rain forests. It...

From$304.80
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Acer palmatum Scolopendrifolium (Acer Scolopendrifolium)

Acer palmatum Scolopendrifolium is an impressive Japanese Maple featuring a rich display of fine and colourful foliage. This attractive, deciduous...

From$374.10
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Olive Ascolano

Olive Ascolano is grown for its high-quality fruit. The large, green fruit have a delicate, mild taste and can be squeezed to make a rich, tasty oil...

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Michelia Princess Cleopatra

Michelia Princess Cleopatra is a small, evergreen tree that produces masses of showy and fragrant, cream-coloured flowers with a pink overtone...

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A Michelia figo (Port Wine Magnolia) plant with pink blushed flowers and dark green foliage.

Michelia figo (Portwine Magnolia)

Michelia figo, commonly known as the Port Wine Magnolia, is a compact evergreen tree prized for its delightfully fragrant, cream-white flowers and...

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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
Michelia 'Fairy White' white flowers with lush, green foliage.

Michelia 'Fairy White'

Michelia 'Fairy White' is a compact evergreen tree admired for its glossy dark green foliage and fragrant pure white flowers that bloom from late...

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Olive Koroneiki

Olea Koroneiki is a variety of Olive tree grown for its high yields of small fruit. The fruit are often squeezed to produce an oil with a distinct...

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Acer Shidava Gold (Acer palmatum Shidava Gold)

Acer palmatum Shidava Gold is an impressive and small Japanese maple featuring a rich display of colourful foliage. New growth in spring emerges lime...

From$382.44
Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu) tree juvenile foliage.

Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

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Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' specimen tree with colourful dark red foliage.

Acer palmatum Bloodgood

Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' is a variety of Japanese Maple that features a rich display of colourful foliage. Leaves on this deciduous tree are dark...

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Michelia yunnanensis white flowers and glossy, green foliage.

Michelia yunnanensis

Michelia yunnanensis is a compact, evergreen tree renowned for its glossy, green leaves and highly fragrant, white flowers, which bloom from late...

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A Parrotia persica 'Pendula' specimen tree with pendulous green foliage.

Parrotia persica pendula (Weeping Persian Ironwood)

Parrotia persica 'Pendula', commonly known as the Weeping Persian Ironwood, is a tree grown for its fantastic autumn colours and weeping growth...

From$293.25
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Prunus laurocerasus

Prunus laurocerasus, commonly known as cherry laurel, is a versatile evergreen tree renowned for its dense, glossy dark green leaves and fragrant...

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Olive Verdale

Olea Verdale is a variety of Olive tree grown for its high yields of medium sized fruit. They are dark purple-black when mature in autumn and...

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Melia azedarach tree.

Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach, commonly known as Bead Tree, White Cedar or Persian Lilac, is a fast-growing deciduous tree admired for its feathery foliage and...

From$336.24
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Schefflera arboricola (Dwarf Umbrella Tree)

The Schefflera arboricola plant, commonly known as the Dwarf Umbrella Tree, is an evergreen shrub commonly grown as a houseplant. The foliage is mid...

From$26.33
Tabebuia rosea tree with masses of pink flowers.

Tabebuia rosea

Tabebuia rosea, commonly known as Pink Poui or Rosy Trumpet Tree, is a large tree grown for its amazing flowers. Showy clusters of pink flowers coat...

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Carpinus betulus

Carpinus betulus, commonly known as Hornbeam, is a deciduous tree grown for its foliage and interesting catkins. The leaves emerge light green in...

From$336.24
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Michelia Mixed up Miss

Michelia 'Mixed Up Miss' is a compact evergreen tree admired for its glossy dark green foliage and fragrant cream-white flowers tinged with lilac...

From$39.53
A Michelia 'Velvet and Cream' tree with masses of cream-white flowers amidst glossy green foliage.

Michelia Velvet and Cream

Michelia 'Velvet and Cream' is a compact, evergreen tree admired for its glossy, dark green foliage and fragrant, creamy white flowers that bloom...

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Phyllocladus trichomanoides lush green foliage.

Phyllocladus trichomanoides (Celery Pine)

Phyllocladus trichomanoides, commonly called Celery Pine, is a striking New Zealand native tree valued for its unique, celery like foliage and tall...

From$48.77
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Agonis flexuosa After Dark

Agonis flexuosa After Dark, commonly known as the Peppermint Tree or Peppermint Willow, is an attractive, medium sized tree grown for its fine and...

From$39.53
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Cassia John Ball (Buttercup Tree)

Cassia John Ball, commonly known as the Buttercup Tree or Cassia Plant, is a large and colourful, deciduous shrub. It becomes enshrined by masses of...

From$23.69
Prumnopitys ferruginea

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