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Finding the right hardy hedge plants in NZ is the key to creating lush, low-maintenance boundaries that stand up to everything New Zealand’s weather can throw at them. Whether you’re looking to shield your garden from coastal breezes, create privacy, or add native structure to your landscape, choosing resilient hedging plants ensures your garden thrives with minimal fuss. At our nursery, we’re passionate about connecting you with proven, climate-tough options that suit every style and site.

Corokia 'Geenty's Green' hedge.

Corokia 'Geenty's Green'

5 from 3 customers

Corokia 'Geenty's Green' is a hardy, NZ native shrub that bears narrow, olive-green leaves that have a silver underside. Masses of small, star-like, mildly fragrant, yellow flowers are produced through summer. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide, and can be trimmed as necessary.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
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Corokia 'Geentys Ghost'

5 from 2 customers

Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' is a hardy, NZ native shrub that grows as a mass of wiry and tangled branches bearing small, dark green leaves with a silver sheen. Masses of small, star-like, mildly fragrant, yellow flowers are produced through summer amidst the foliage. These are followed by small red-orange berries in autumn.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.20 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian, Rock
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Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo)

Pittosporum crassifolium, commonly known as Karo, is a hardy, evergreen shrub or small tree native to New Zealand. It features dense, grey-green...

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Pittosporum 'Marjorie Channon' variegated foliage.
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Corokia contoneaster shrub.
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A large Corokia 'Mangatangi' hedge.
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Corokia 'Mangatangi' is a NZ native shrub that features fine, silver coloured foliage which gives the plant a somewhat misty look. It is adorned with...

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Corokia 'Sunsplash' shrub with yellow foliage in a garden.
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A magnificant Photinia 'Super Hedge' hedge.
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A Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' plant in a garden.
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Leptospermum Nanum Ruru shrub with dark pink flowers.
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Euonymus 'Emerald Gem' small hedge with dense green foliage.
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White flowers on a Cistus 'Snowmound' plant with green foliage.
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Juncus effusus plants growing in water.
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Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant)

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Disphyma australe pink flowers and fleshy, green leaves.
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Corokia 'Geenty's Green'

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Why Choose Hardy Hedge Plants in NZ?

New Zealand’s climate can be unpredictable, with strong winds, dry spells, coastal salt, and frosts all challenging garden success. That’s why investing in hardy hedge plants for NZ gardens makes so much sense. These robust species are bred or selected for their resilience, so they maintain their form and colour with little maintenance—perfect for busy gardeners and anyone who loves a healthy hedge year-round.

Top Choices for Hardy Hedge Plants NZ

A well-chosen hedge can do far more than provide a boundary. It can create a living windbreak, a privacy screen, an attractive backdrop, or even a haven for native birds. Here are some of the best-performing hardy hedge plants in NZ, selected for their proven success:

Planting and Care Tips for Lasting Hedges

To get the best from hardy hedge plants NZ-wide, plant in well-prepared soil with good organic matter and firm them in well. Mulching helps retain moisture, and initial regular watering encourages deep roots. Once established, most hardy hedges will thrive on rainfall alone. Clip during the growing season to maintain shape and density—most hedges are happy with a simple once or twice-yearly trim.

By selecting from proven hardy hedge plants for NZ gardens like Corokia 'Geenty's Green', Leptospermum Blossom, and others, you’ll enjoy beautiful, resilient boundaries that require less work and offer lasting satisfaction. Explore our range today to discover the perfect hedge for your landscape.


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