buy cabbage tree nz

Why Buy Cabbage Tree in NZ?

Cabbage trees are celebrated in New Zealand for their adaptability and striking beauty, making them an excellent choice whether you’re landscaping a large rural property or searching for a feature plant for your townhouse. These native evergreens thrive in a wide range of conditions, from windy coastal sites to damp lowlands. With their hardy nature, drought tolerance, and ability to regenerate even when cut to the ground, cabbage trees are both low-maintenance and long-lived—perfect for novice and experienced gardeners alike.

Our Cabbage Tree Range

When you buy cabbage tree NZ from our nursery, you’re choosing top quality plants selected for performance and beauty. We offer an extensive range of Cordyline species, each with its own unique look and garden potential.

• Cordyline australis is the classic New Zealand cabbage tree, tall and elegant with sword-like leaves and a strong trunk. It’s perfect as a specimen tree, shelterbelt, or striking group planting in larger landscapes.
• For lush, broad foliage and dramatic presence, Cordyline indivisa (Mountain Cabbage Tree) is an excellent choice, particularly for cooler and high rainfall areas.
• If your garden could use a more compact native shrub, explore Cordyline pumilio (Dwarf Cabbage Tree), a small, tufted variety that’s ideal for pots, borders, or urban planting.
• For a cabbage tree with subtropical flair, try Cordyline banksii (Forest Cabbage Tree), known for its slightly arching, softer leaves and a habit suited to sheltered sites.
• For dramatic architectural impact, our Cordyline Broadsword offers wider, darker green leaves and a bold form that makes it a true garden centerpiece.

Planting & Care Tips

Cabbage trees are remarkably easy to establish—just plant in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the first summer, then reduce watering as roots develop. These tough natives handle wind, damp, and even poor soils, though they will look best with occasional mulching and feeding in late winter or early spring. Remove old lower leaves for a tidy look and to help prevent any fungal issues.

Order Cabbage Trees Online

Ready to buy cabbage tree NZ and transform your garden with native flair? Browse our full selection online or visit our nursery for healthy, locally grown Cordylines. Our knowledgeable team is always here to help you choose the right variety and provide expert care advice—so you get the best out of your new cabbage tree, season after season.