best plants for front of house
First impressions matter, and choosing the best plants for front of house is one of the easiest ways to boost your home’s curb appeal in New Zealand. Whether you’re looking for low-maintenance greenery, bold foliage, or flowering beauties, the right selection will frame your entryway and create a welcoming atmosphere. The front garden or porch sets the tone for your entire home, so selecting plants with year-round interest, resilience to NZ’s climate, and distinctive character is key. Here’s our expert guide to the best plants for front of house—covering hardy options, vibrant foliage, and those perfect for pots or garden beds.
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' (Spider Plant) is a popular evergreen perennial valued for its arching green and white striped foliage and easy care nature. The long, narrow leaves form a graceful clump, while mature plants produce cascading stems carrying small white flowers and young plantlets.
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Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)
Zamioculcas Black Knight is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which are thick, glossy, and near black in colour. The foliage can reach 60 cm tall and the 40 cm wide but is often much less than this when grown as a potted plant.
