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buy native grasses nz

Looking to buy native grasses NZ-wide for your next landscaping project, garden rejuvenation, or restoration site? Native New Zealand grasses are not only beautiful and easy to care for, but they also support biodiversity, help stabilise soil, and provide essential habitat for wildlife. At our nursery, we proudly offer a selection of hardy, eco-friendly native grasses tailored to local conditions. Whether you’re after compact ground covers or striking foliage, you’ll find ideal options to enhance your garden or large-scale landscape. Read on to discover our top native grass varieties, expert planting tips, and how to buy native grasses NZ residents trust for lasting beauty and environmental benefit.

Carex flagellifera Red

Carex flagellifera Red is a NZ native, ornamental grass grown for its colourful and attractive foliage. It produces slender and lush, copper-red leaves as it grows to 50 cm tall and the same width.

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From $11.50

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Grasses

Height: 50 cm

Spread: 50 cm

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind

Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas

Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native

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 graceful arch as it expands. Dark brown seed heads in summer add an interesting element to this plant, which grows to 70 cm tall and the same width.

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From $11.50

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Grasses

Height: 70 cm

Spread: 70 cm

Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Shade, Wet, Wind

Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds

Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian

Why Choose Native Grasses for Your NZ Garden?

Using native grasses in your garden or landscaping project has numerous advantages. These plants are well-acclimated to New Zealand’s unique climate and soils, so they thrive with minimal maintenance. Native grasses are drought-tolerant, resilient to pests, and perfect for erosion control along banks, wetlands, and exposed slopes. Their subtle hues and varied textures add year-round interest and structure—whether as a feature planting, low border, or mass ground cover. When you buy native grasses NZ gardeners love, you’re choosing plants that will flourish sustainably, while supporting native fauna and reducing the need for chemical inputs.

Popular NZ Native Grass Varieties

We offer a curated selection of native grasses that suit gardens large and small, urban and rural. Here are some of our most popular varieties:

Carex flagellifera Green: Celebrated for its fine, arching foliage, this species forms dense, lush clumps in shades of green. It’s a versatile choice for borders, containers, or mass planting.
Carex flagellifera Red: Add a splash of coppery-red colour to shaded garden beds or open spaces. This low-maintenance grass is ideal for contemporary plantings and naturalistic landscapes.
Carex solandri: If you need reliable ground cover or erosion control, this robust NZ native stands out for its hardy structure and soft, mounded form.
Carex comans Green: Famous for its elegant, silvery-green foliage, this grass is perfect for mixed plantings and adds gentle movement to wind-prone gardens.
Typha orientalis (Raupō): For wet areas or ponds, Raupō is a classic NZ wetland grass. Its tall, reed-like stems provide habitat and striking vertical accent.

How to Plant and Care for NZ Native Grasses

Native grasses are easy to plant and adapt well to most garden settings. Choose a sunny to part-shaded location with well-drained soil, and space your grasses according to their mature size. Water newly planted grasses until established—after that, most varieties are drought-tolerant. Remove dead foliage annually and watch as they return fresh year after year. Mulching helps retain moisture and control weeds, making your maintenance even easier.