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

Spiny Bears Breeches

leptospermum-merinda-

Leptospermum Merinda

5 from 2 customers

Leptospermum Merinda is a variety of Manuka that grows as an open bush with a somewhat weeping growth habit. It bears masses of single, magenta-coloured flowers with a green centre through spring and summer. The foliage comprises small, dark green leaves which complement the flowers nicely as it grows to 2 m tall and 3 m wide. Leptospermum Merinda is commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants, included in a mixed planting, maintained in a container, trimmed into a hedge, or planted around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian
magnolia-lennei-alba-1

Magnolia Lennei Alba (Magnolia soulangeana Lennei Alba)

Magnolia soulangeana Lennei Alba, commonly known as Saucer Magnolia, bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, fragrant, ivory white flowers which are borne on the naked stems before the foliage emerges in late winter and early spring. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 4 m wide and responds well to trimming. Magnolia Lennei Alba is commonly grown as a specimen tree, added into mixed plantings, or used in avenue plantings.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Avenues, Hedging, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
osmanthus-heterophyllus-variegatus-

Osmanthus heterophyllus Variegatus (Osmanthus Variegatus)

Osmanthus heterophyllus Variegatus is an evergreen shrub that produces spiny leaves which are variegated dark green with a cream edge. The foliage is...

From$23.94
osmanthus-heterophyllus-

Osmanthus heterophyllus (Osmanthus)

Osmanthus heterophyllus, commonly known as False Holly, is an evergreen shrub grown for its attractive foliage and pretty flowers. It produces spiny...

From$23.94
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$237.65
leptinella-dioica-

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...

From$16.20
aesculus-baumannii-5

Aesculus hippocastanum Baumannii

Aesculus hippocastanum Baumannii, commonly known as the Horse Chestnut, is a lovely, spreading tree. It bears large, upright sprays of double, white...

From$400.60
pratia-angulata-

Pratia angulata

Pratia angulata, commonly known as Panakenake, is a fast growing, NZ native ground cover plant. It carries small and rounded, green leaves which are...

From$16.20
murraya-paniculata-4

Murraya paniculata (Orange Jessamine)

Murraya paniculata, commonly known as Orange Jessamine, this is an attractive, medium-sized shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. It grows...

From$20.34
acer-palmatum-shindeshojo-3

Acer Shindeshojo (Shindeshojo Japanese Maple)

Acer palmatum Shindeshojo is a Japanese or Deshojo Maple, is a small tree bears scarlet red foliage in spring which ages to green-pink in summer...

From$303.17
robinia-bellas-gold-1

Robinia Bellas Gold (Robinia Tree)

Robinia Bellas Gold, commonly known as the Black Locust tree, is a deciduous tree grown for its colourful foliage and lovely form. The fern-like...

From$305.68
cedrus-deodara-1

Cedrus deodara

Cedrus deodara, commonly known as the Deodar Cedar, is a large and stately, evergreen conifer that grows to about 30 m tall and 10 m wide. It has a...

From$182.24
hardenbergia-happy-wanderer-

Hardenbergia Happy Wanderer

Hardenbergia Happy Wanderer is a vigorous, evergreen climber grown for its pretty flowers and lush foliage. It bears masses of deep purple flowers on...

From$26.34
cornus-controversa-variegata-3

Cornus controversa variegata (Wedding Cake Tree)

Cornus controversa variegata, commonly referred to as the Wedding Cake Tree, features tiered branches that bear leaves that are variegated cream and...

From$305.68
iochroma-cyaneum-

Iochroma cyaneum

Iochroma cyaneum is a bushy, evergreen shrub grown for its colourful flowers and lush foliage. It bears showy clusters of bright purple, tubular...

From$21.54
sisyrinchium-californicum--1

Sisyrinchium californicum

Sisyrinchium californicum, commonly known as the Golden Eyed Grass, is an herbaceous perennial grown for both its foliage and flowers. It bears...

From$15.54
liquidambar-worpleston-1

Liquidambar styraciflua Worplesdon

Liquidambar styraciflua Worplesdon, commonly known as the Worplesdon Sweet Gum, is a popular variety due to its brilliant autumn colours and...

From$182.24
zieria-prostrata--1

Zieria prostrata

Zieria prostrata is a low growing shrub, often used as a groundcover, and favoured for its pretty flowers. Through spring and summer, it bears masses...

From$28.74
magnolia-denudata-forrests-pink-

Magnolia Forrests Pink (Magnolia denudata Forrests Pink)

Magnolia denudata Forrests Pink, commonly known as Yulan Magnolia bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, fragrant, pink flowers in late winter...

From$305.68
leptinella-pusilla-

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...

From$16.20
mesembryanthemum-crimson-glory--2

Mesembryanthemum Crimson Glory

“Crimson Glory” is a variety of the commonly known, Iceplant, and is an herbaceous perennial grown for its spreading nature and pretty flowers. It...

From$19.14
magnolia-brixton-belle-2

Magnolia Brixton Belle (Magnolia Tree Brixton Belle)

Magnolia Brixton Belle is an outstanding deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, two-toned pink flowers in spring. The fragrant blooms...

From$305.68
cortaderia-fulvida-2

Cortaderia fulvida (Austroderia fulvida)

Cortaderia fulvida, commonly known as Toetoe, is a large and vigorous NZ native grass. It bears long and narrow, mid-green leaves which are held with...

From$16.74
acer-trompenburg-

Acer palmatum Trompenburg (Acer Trompenburg)

Acer palmatum Trompenburg is a Japanese Maple that bears purple-red foliage which turns crimson red in autumn before falling. It typically grows to...

From$416.50
magnolia-vulcan-

Magnolia Vulcan (Magnolia Vulcan tree)

Magnolia soulangeana Vulcan is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, rose-red flowers through late winter and...

From$237.65
malus-arrow-gold-

Malus Arrow Gold

Malus Arrow Gold, commonly known as the Golden Crabapple, bears masses of single, pink flowers through spring which gradually age to white. These...

From$384.70
pear-doyenne-du-comice-semi-dwarf-2

Pear Doyenne du Comice (Comice Pear Tree)

The Comice pear tree (Pyrus communis Doyenne du Comice) is regarded as having the best flavour of all the pear varieties. It bears green skinned...

From$237.65
ilex-aquifolium-angustifolia-male-

Ilex aquifolium Angustifolia

This male form of Ilex aquifolium Angustifolia, commonly known as the Narrow Leaf English Holly, is grown for its narrow and spiny, glossy, dark...

From$125.88
Malus 'Kaitoke' dark pink flowers.

Malus Kaitoke

Malus Kaitoke is a variety of Crabapple that bears masses of pink buds that open into single, dark pink flowers during spring. These result in small...

From$389.68
cedrus-atlantica-

Cedrus atlantica (Atlas Cedar Cedrus atlantica)

Cedrus atlantica, commonly known as the Atlas Cedar or Atlantic Cedar, is a large and stately tree. It bears blue-green, needle-like foliage held on...

From$237.65
chimonanthus-praecox-1

Chimonanthus praecox

The Chimonanthus praecox plant, commonly known as the Wintersweet tree, is a deciduous shrub grown for its winter flowering. During this time, it...

From$246.88
lithodora-diffusa-crystal-blue-

Lithodora Crystal Blue (Lithodora diffusa Crystal Blue)

Lithodora diffusa Crystal Blue, commonly known as Gromwell, grows as a mat of small, dark green leaves with a soft looking appearance. It bears...

From$19.14
Leptospermum Merinda

Did you find what you are looking for?

You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Acer, Aesculus, Cedrus, Chimonanthus, Cornus, Cortaderia, Hardenbergia, Ilex, Iochroma, Leptinella, Leptospermum, Liquidambar, Lithodora, Magnolia, Malus, Mesembryanthemum, Murraya, Osmanthus, Pear, Pratia, Robinia, Sisyrinchium Sorbus and Zieria, or related Categories - Evergreen Climbers, Conifer Trees, Pear Trees, Grasses, Groundcover Plants, Deciduous Shrubs, Evergreen Shrubs, Succulents, Crabapples, Deciduous Trees Magnolia Trees and Maple Tree.

Search spiny bears breeches

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.

Ficus benjamina (Weeping Fig Plant) and Corokia Geentys Green are popular for a reason, but it’s plants like Leptospermum Red Falls, Mazus pumilio, and Stachys byzantina (Lambs-Ear) that create a truly unique garden.
–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

411 Google reviews