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large plants for sale

Transform your garden, patio, or indoor space with large, statement-making plants that create instant impact. If you’re searching for large plants for sale in New Zealand, you’ve found the perfect local source for premium specimens chosen for their performance, beauty, and versatility. Whether you want to screen a boundary, anchor a landscape design, or bring lush greenery indoors, our selection of large plants offers options suited to every style and environment. All plants are ready to thrive, and our friendly team can help you pick the perfect match for your home or garden.

Sophora tetraptera (Large-leaved Kowhai) yellow flowers.

Sophora tetraptera (Large Leaved Kōwhai)

Sophora tetraptera, commonly known as the Large Leaved Kowhai, is a striking New Zealand native tree admired for its bold foliage and spectacular yellow flowers. Flowering in spring, it produces nectar rich blooms that attract tui, bellbirds, and other native wildlife. With its upright form, resilience, and seasonal beauty, the Large Leaved Kowhai is an iconic feature tree for NZ gardens and landscapes.

Buy Sophora tetraptera (Large Leaved Kōwhai)

From $22.28

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Trees

Height: 10.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Screening, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native

Grapefruit 'Golden Special'

Grapefruit 'Golden Special' is one of the most popular grapefruit varieties due to its large, juicy fruit, which is mostly seedless. The fruit ripens from winter through spring and is used as a breakfast fruit, for juicing, or made into marmalade. This evergreen typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. Grapefruit Golden Special is commonly grown for fruit production, but also makes a lovely addition to a mixed planting and can be maintained in a large container.

Buy Grapefruit 'Golden Special'

From $49.88

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Citrus

Height: 3.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Summer

Garden uses: Containers, Pool areas, Screening

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern

Why Choose Large Plants?

Large plants are ideal for anyone wanting a dramatic effect with minimal effort. They provide structure, privacy, and shade, transforming blank spaces into inviting, natural retreats. Mature specimens create a finished look quickly and help suppress weeds while supporting local wildlife. Popular choices include ornamental grasses, architectural perennials, and bold indoor foliage — each offering a distinct style and a practical solution for landscaping or interior decorating.

Garden Giants: Outdoor Large Plants

Outdoor spaces benefit enormously from large plants in garden borders, containers, and feature spots. For textural interest and adaptability to New Zealand’s climate, consider Restio quadratus (Restios For Sale), an elegant grass with upright stems and a striking architectural silhouette. Another option, Chondropetalum elephantinum (Large Cape Rush), is prized for its resilience and bushy appearance, thriving in challenging conditions and making a fantastic focal point for native-inspired gardens. These robust plants require minimal maintenance and add visual presence to outdoor spaces.

If you prefer flowering perennials that boast bold foliage, Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant) delivers both scale and seasonal colour. Its broad, glossy leaves and clusters of vibrant pink flowers turn garden beds into lively displays, offering year-round interest.

Large Indoor Plants for Stylish Interiors

Large houseplants tap into the latest interior design trends while improving air quality and creating a relaxing atmosphere. If you want to make a statement indoors, look no further than Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant). Popular for its dramatic variegated leaves, this plant thrives in well-lit spaces and brings vibrant personality to living rooms, offices, or entryways.

Another excellent choice is Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant). Well known for its resilience and attractive arching foliage, the spider plant can reach substantial size and is perfect for hanging baskets or large planters.

Selecting and Caring for Your Large Plant

When browsing large plants for sale, consider your space’s light, water needs, and climate. Our plants are carefully nurtured to adapt well to New Zealand conditions and come with expert care instructions. Regular watering, occasional feeding, and proper placement ensure your large plant thrives for years to come, whether it’s outdoors or indoors.

Shop Our Range of Large Plants for Sale

Browse our curated selection of large plants for sale online or visit us in person for hands-on advice. With options suitable for gardens, patios, and interiors, you’ll find the right specimen to elevate your space. Explore standout species like Restio quadratus (Restios For Sale), Chondropetalum elephantinum (Large Cape Rush), Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant), Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant), and Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) — all available now for delivery across New Zealand. Invigorate your landscape or refresh your interiors with the impact only large plants can deliver.

Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.