griselinia littoralis auckland
Looking for a hardy, attractive hedge or screening plant for your Auckland garden? Griselinia littoralis, also known as Kapuka or New Zealand broadleaf, is one of the most reliable choices for Auckland properties. This native evergreen shrub thrives in coastal and urban environments, offering lush, glossy foliage that makes for beautiful privacy screens, windbreaks, or feature plantings. With its tolerance for salt-laden winds, quick growth, and low maintenance needs, Griselinia littoralis is a top pick for Auckland’s varied climates and soils.
Griselinia littoralis
Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as Kapuka, is a popular New Zealand native shrub valued for its lush, glossy green foliage and dense, upright growth. It typically grows to 4–6 metres tall and is widely used for hedging, screening, and shelter planting. Kapuka thrives in full sun or partial shade and tolerates wind, coastal conditions, and moderate frost. This hardy evergreen is easy to maintain and adds year-round structure and greenery to NZ gardens.
From $22.88
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Trees - Height:
8.00 m - Spread:
4.00 m - Flowering time:
Spring - Tolerances:
Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind - Garden uses:
Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening - Garden styles:
Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
