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Ready to transform your garden or indoor space with unique greenery? At our New Zealand nursery, we specialise in offering cool plants for sale that stand out from the ordinary. Whether you’re seeking a statement shrub, an eye-catching perennial, or a rare indoor beauty, you’ll find something to elevate your landscape and boost your home’s botanical appeal. Browse our carefully selected range for plants that thrive in Kiwi conditions and score top marks for both style and resilience.

Hedera 'Golden Ingot' plant with green and yellow foliage.

Hedera helix 'Golden Ingot'

Hedera helix ‘Golden Ingot’ is a striking evergreen ivy admired for its bright golden-yellow foliage edged with soft green tones. This compact and hardy climber provides year-round colour and texture, perfect for brightening shaded or dull garden areas. It’s ideal for use as ground cover, a trailing plant, or for training on trellises and walls.

From $17.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Arches, Banks, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen, Walls
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Very elegant Wisteria 'Lavender Lace' blue flowers.

Wisteria 'Lavender Lace'

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Wisteria ‘Lavender Lace’ is a graceful flowering climber admired for its long cascading racemes of soft lavender flowers that appear in spring. The elegant blooms create a romantic feature and are lightly fragrant, making this variety a favourite for NZ gardens.

From $29.95

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 10.00 m
Spread: 10.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Arches, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, Frontyard, Japanese
A cluster of Betula platyphylla 'Japonica' trees showing their brilliant white trunks.
Betula platyphylla Japonica

Betula platyphylla 'Japonica' (also known as Japanese White Birch) is a graceful deciduous tree admired for its striking white bark, upright form...

From$383.29
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Acer platanoides 'Globosum'

Acer platanoides 'Globosum' is a compact Norway Maple renowned for its naturally rounded globe shaped canopy and lush green foliage that turns...

From$299.95
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Castanea sativa 1005 (Chestnut)

“1005” is a popular variety of Chestnut owing to its heavy yields of tasty nuts. Showy clusters of cream-green flowers in spring result in tasty nuts...

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Fagus sylvatica 'Purple Fountain' specimen tree.
Fagus sylvatica 'Purple Fountain'

The Purple Fountain beech is a variety of European Beech tree that features colourful foliage and weeping branches. The glossy leaves emerge deep...

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Pyracantha 'Brilliant' red berries with lush green foliage.
Pyracantha 'Brilliant' (Fire Thorn)

Pyracantha 'Brilliant' is an attractive shrub grown for its decorative berries. Clusters of dainty, white flowers are borne in spring and result in...

From$34.43
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Acer 'Autumn Glory'

Acer 'Autumn Glory' is a magnificent deciduous maple renowned for its exceptional autumn colour and attractive rounded canopy. The lush green foliage...

From$299.95
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Acer platanoides

Acer platanoides (Norway Maple) is a large deciduous tree prized for its broad canopy, dense shade, and attractive seasonal colour. The lush green...

From$249.95
Clematis montana 'Rubens' pink flower with purple-green foliage.
Clematis montana 'Rubens'

Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ is a vigorous and stunning deciduous climber known for its profusion of soft pink, vanilla-scented flowers in spring. The...

From$37.19
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Acer 'Brandywine'

Acer 'Brandywine' is a superb deciduous maple admired for its neat upright habit and exceptional autumn display of rich crimson, scarlet, and...

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Griselinia Variegata growing in a garden.
Griselinia littoralis variegata (Variegated Griselinia)

Griselinia littoralis variegata carries dark green leaves with a heavy cream edge. This fast-growing evergreen typically reaches 2 m in height and...

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Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu) tree juvenile foliage.
Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

From$99.29
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Acer platanoides 'Princeton Gold'

Acer platanoides 'Princeton Gold' is a striking Norway Maple prized for its brilliant golden yellow foliage that holds its colour through spring and...

From$349.95
Laurus 'Pride Of Provence' young trees at The Plant Company nursery.
Laurus nobilis Pride of Provence

Laurus nobilis 'Pride of Provence' is a variety of Laurel selected for its compact growth habit. This evergreen tree features lush, glossy, dark...

From$41.33
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Viburnum bodnantense 'Dawn'

Viburnum bodnantense 'Dawn' is a beautiful deciduous shrub prized for its fragrant soft pink flowers that appear from late autumn through winter...

From$37.19
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Camellia 'Black Tie'

Camellia 'Black Tie' is a sophisticated evergreen shrub admired for its large formal deep red blooms and glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from...

From$28.95
Cryptomeria japonica monstrosa nana shrub with fine, brown foliage in winter.
Cryptomeria japonica Monstrosa Nana

Cryptomeria japonica 'Monstrosa Nana' is a unique dwarf Japanese Cedar prized for its dense sculptural foliage and naturally compact rounded form...

From$27.53
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Camellia 'Ariel Song'

Camellia 'Ariel Song' is a graceful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink semi double blooms and glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from late...

From$239.95
A large Tilia platyphyllos tree in a park.
Tilia platyphyllos

Tilia platyphyllos (Large-Leaved Linden) is a magnificent deciduous tree admired for its large heart shaped leaves, fragrant pale yellow flowers, and...

From$515.35
Cornus 'Southern Cross' white flowers with lush, green foliage.
Cornus kousa 'Southern Cross'

Cornus kousa 'Southern Cross' features large and showy, white flowers which adorn the tree in spring and are followed by red berries in autumn. It...

From$340.69
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Camellia 'Black Lace'

Camellia 'Black Lace' is a dramatic evergreen shrub admired for its deep velvety red blooms set against glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from...

From$34.95
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Tilia cordata

Tilia cordata (Small Leaved Lime) is a majestic deciduous tree admired for its symmetrical form, heart shaped green leaves, and highly fragrant pale...

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Clematis 'Snowflake' growing on a fence and featuring masses of white flowers and lush, green foliage.
Clematis montana 'Snowflake'

Clematis montana ‘Snowflake’ is a vigorous, fast-growing climber that produces a breathtaking display of fragrant, pure white flowers in late spring...

From$37.19
Cornus 'Stokes Pink' elegant pink flowers.
Cornus 'Stokes Pink'

Cornus 'Stokes Pink' is a deciduous shrub grown for its colourful flowering in spring. At this time, masses of showy, two-tone pink flowers are borne...

From$270.40
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Camellia 'Water Lily'

Camellia 'Water Lily' is an elegant evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink layered blooms that resemble a water lily. It brings refined colour to...

From$28.95
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Camellia 'Takanini'

Camellia 'Takanini' is a reliable evergreen shrub known for its attractive blooms that bring colour and elegance to New Zealand gardens. Flowering...

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Camellia 'Red Red Rose'

Camellia 'Red Red Rose' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its rich red blooms that bring bold colour and elegance to New Zealand gardens...

From$34.95
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Hydrangea 'Alpen Gluten'

Hydrangea 'Alpen Gluten' is a striking deciduous shrub known for its large flower heads that bring bold colour and presence to NZ gardens. Flowering...

From$27.95
Acer griseum specimen tree in a park.
Acer griseum

Acer griseum (Paperbark Maple) is a highly sought after deciduous tree prized for its beautiful peeling cinnamon coloured bark and outstanding autumn...

From$249.95
Cornus 'Cherokee Chief' specimen tree with masses of pink flowers in late winter.
Cornus Cherokee Chief

Cornus 'Cherokee Chief' is a small, deciduous tree grown for its impressive flowering and attractive form. Masses of rose-red flowers are borne in...

From$270.40
Cornus 'National' specimen tree with masses of cream-coloured flowers.
Cornus kousa National

Cornus kousa 'National' is a deciduous tree that features large and showy, cream white flowers in spring, which are followed by red berries in...

From$270.40
Hedera helix 'Golden Ingot'

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Unique Outdoor Plants to Enhance Your Garden

Looking for showstopping flowers or striking foliage? Our selection of cool plants for sale includes must-have specimens suitable for New Zealand gardens. For vivid blooms, consider Agapanthus Fireworks (Agapanthus For Sale). This modern twist on a classic perennial features bicoloured flowers that burst into vibrant shades of blue and white—perfect for borders, driveway edges, or mass plantings.

If you prefer unusual grasses, Restio quadratus (Restios For Sale) offers dramatic texture and architectural interest. Restios are prized for their finely divided stems and ability to withstand tough garden conditions, making them ideal for contemporary landscapes or coastal sites.

Exotic Shrubs and Fragrant Additions

For those seeking something truly unique, Brunfelsia pauciflora Scent sational (Yesterday Today Tomorrow Plant) delivers changing colours and intoxicating fragrance. This shrub’s flowers begin violet, shift to pale lavender, and finally turn white—each shade present simultaneously on the bush. It’s a clever conversation starter that offers scent along with style.

Indoor Plants with Striking Colour

If you want to bring cool plants for sale inside, we recommend the gorgeous Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant). Its bold leaves have pink, white, and green streaks, brightening up any room and creating a tropical vibe. Stromanthe is well-suited for filtered light and thrives in typical New Zealand indoor environments, making it both beautiful and easy to care for.

Groundcovers and Creative Plant Uses

Low-growing groundcovers can add flair to rockeries, walkways, or garden edges. Iberis sempervirens (Candy Tuft Plants) is an excellent choice, forming masses of snowy white flowers in spring and offering evergreen foliage the rest of the year. Candy Tuft seamlessly blends practicality with visual appeal, and is great for suppressing weeds or softening hard landscaping.

Find Your Perfect Cool Plant

No matter your gardening expertise, there’s never been a better time to explore our cool plants for sale. Our nursery team is passionate about helping Kiwis discover plants that personalise their gardens, create lush spaces, and inspire a love of horticulture. From perennials like Agapanthus Fireworks (Agapanthus For Sale) to indoor favourites such as Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant), you’ll find the perfect match for your location and lifestyle.

Browse our collection online and let your next garden project bloom with the coolest plants New Zealand has to offer.

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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.

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Our most famous blooms include Ficus benjamina variegata and Azara microphylla, but some of our best-kept secrets are Gardenia 'Buttons', Leptospermum 'Blossom', and Quercus coccinea — underrated beauties ready to shine.
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