chinese dogwood shrub
The Chinese dogwood shrub (Cornus kousa) is a stunning, versatile plant that has become a favourite among New Zealand gardeners. Renowned for its striking spring display, this deciduous shrub showcases delicate white or pinkish bracts that almost entirely cover its branches, followed by clusters of attractive, red fruit in late summer. With a multi-season interest—from its deep green foliage to its glowing autumn hues—the Chinese dogwood shrub is both beautiful and tough, thriving in a range of garden settings. Whether you’re searching for a standout specimen for your landscape or a reliable shrub for your mixed border, the Chinese dogwood shrub promises lasting appeal and resilience.
Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea'
Cornus stolonifera Flaviramea, commonly known as the Yellow Stem Dogwood, is a shrub that features bright yellow stems which become more pronounced in winter. The leaves emerge dark green in spring, and remain this colour until developing red tones in autumn and falling. It typically grows to 2.5 m tall and 1 m wide, and should be trimmed each year. Cornus Flaviramea is a great plant for adding to a mixed planting, as well as cluster planting to provide a dramatic winter display.
From $270.40
Podocarpus Maki (Fern Pine)
Podocarpus macrophyllus Maki, commonly known as Shrubby Yew Tree, Chinese Podocarpus, or Shrubby Podocarpus, produces dense, dark green leaves, with new foliage emerging lime green. It grows slowly with a columnar shape to about 3 m tall and 2 m wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. Podocarpus Maki is commonly included in a mixed planting, trimmed into a hedge, maintained in a container, used for topiary and bonsai, included in pool and Japanese gardens, or planted to border an entrance.
From $192.51
