hardy evergreen trees
Hardy evergreen trees are a cornerstone of New Zealand gardens, offering year-round colour, structure, and resilience to a range of challenging conditions. For Kiwis seeking privacy, windbreaks, or simply an attractive, low-maintenance feature, choosing the right evergreens means less fuss and more enjoyment. Whether you’re after a sleek conifer, a majestic statement tree, or a compact evergreen for smaller spaces, the right hardy evergreen trees can withstand frosty winters, exposed sites, and even coastal environments. Explore our collection and discover which varieties thrive best in your location.
Cryptomeria japonica Egmont
Cryptomeria japonica Egmont, commonly known as Japanese Cedar, is an evergreen tree that makes an exceptional and hardy shelterbelt. It features dense, dark green foliage held on short stems and grows with an upright habit. Left untrimmed it will reach 30 m tall and 8 m wide but it is often trimmed to much smaller sizes. Cryptomeria japonica Egmont is commonly planted for shelter and screening where a hardy evergreen is required. Plants should be spaced 1.5 m apart in these situations.
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Sequoiadendron giganteum (Sequoia gigantea Tree)
Sequoiadendron giganteum, commonly known as the Giant Redwood, is a large, evergreen tree and aptly named for its red coloured wood. It features feathery, dark green foliage which is held on broad branches emerging off a central trunk as it grows to about 60 m tall and 20 m wide over several hundred years. The Giant Redwood is commonly grown as a specimen, planted to provide shelter, or used for timber production.
