hardy gardenia
Searching for a hardy gardenia to add elegance and fragrance to your New Zealand garden? Hardy gardenias are prized for their lush, evergreen foliage and stunning white blooms that fill the garden with a sweet, unmistakable scent. Many gardeners love the idea of growing gardenias but worry about their reputation for being delicate plants. Fortunately, certain varieties are exceptionally robust, thriving even in cooler climates or less-than-perfect soils. If you’re seeking a garden shrub that offers year-round appeal and heavenly fragrance with lower maintenance needs, a hardy gardenia may be the answer.
Muehlenbeckia astonii (Mingimingi)
Muehlenbeckia astonii, commonly known as the Wiggy Wig Bush or Shrubby Tororaro, is a distinctive New Zealand native shrub characterised by its tangled, wiry growth habit and small, deciduous leaves. Growing to 1.5–2 metres tall, it forms a dense, sculptural shape that is ideal for both modern and native gardens.
From $20.63
Gardenia 'Frostproof'
Gardenia 'Frostproof' is a hardy, evergreen shrub renowned for its fragrant white flowers and glossy, dark green foliage. Reaching around 90–120 cm tall and wide, it’s ideal for NZ gardeners in cooler regions, as it tolerates light frosts better than most gardenia varieties.
From $18.95
