dwarf evergreen trees
Dwarf evergreen trees are the ultimate choice for transforming New Zealand gardens—big or small—into lush, year-round sanctuaries. Perfectly suited to small gardens, courtyards, containers, and mixed borders, these compact conifers and shrubs offer structure, colour, and privacy without overwhelming your landscape. Whether you’re looking to add texture, create low hedges, or simply enjoy low-maintenance greenery, dwarf evergreens fit the bill. Their restrained size and tidy form make them a favourite for both contemporary and classic garden designs.
Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' (Dwarf Karo)
Pittosporum ‘Stephens Island’ is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its dense, upright growth and attractive grey-green foliage. A hardy New Zealand native, it typically grows to around 1.5–2 metres tall, making it ideal for low hedges, borders, and coastal gardens. This variety thrives in full sun to partial shade and is highly tolerant of wind, salt spray, and dry conditions. Low-maintenance and naturally tidy, ‘Stephens Island’ is an excellent choice for structured, native-themed landscapes.
Pittosporum 'Midget' (Dwarf Pittosporum)
Pittosporum 'Midget' is a dwarf variety that features foliage made up of small, fresh green leaves. The foliage is complemented with small, purple flowers in spring. It grows with a rounded habit to about 80 cm tall and the same wide. Pittosporum 'Midget' is ideal for adding to mixed and border plantings, maintaining in a container, using to border an entrance, or for planting around outdoor living areas. It's architectural properties that make this a popular choice with landscape designers.
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