leucadendron varieties
Leucadendron varieties are among the most striking additions to New Zealand gardens. Beloved for their colourful foliage, distinctive forms, and exceptional durability, these South African natives thrive in our climate and deliver year-round interest. Gardeners seeking low-maintenance shrubs with a dazzling palette will find plenty of options in the genus Leucadendron, from fiery reds and golds to subtle creams and greens. Whether you’re planting for a coastal garden, adding structure to a mixed border, or seeking long-lasting stems for floral arrangements, discovering the right leucadendron varieties can transform your outdoor space.
Leucadendron 'Loving Memory'
Leucadendron 'Loving Memory' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its colourful foliage and bold seasonal bracts that provide outstanding interest through autumn and winter. This hardy South African native adds strong architectural form, texture, and year round appeal to NZ gardens while also producing excellent stems for floral arrangements. Its upright growth habit and drought tolerance make it ideal for feature planting, coastal landscapes, and low maintenance gardens. Leucadendron 'Loving Memory' is highly valued for its dramatic appearance and reliable garden performance.
From $33.68
Leucadendron Plum Supreme
Leucadendron Plum Supreme is grown for its amazing, Protea like flowers. The flowers produced from summer through winter comprise large, plum-red blooms with a yellow centre. It has a tidy, erect growth habit and carries mid-green foliage with red tips. The plant typically reaches 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Leucadendron Plum Supreme is commonly included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, used to provide interesting texture and elegance to a space, or maintained in a container. This plant suits modern gardens and looks amazing when used to border an entrance.
From $43.13
