ligularia giganteum
If you’re on the hunt for an impressive foliage plant that can transform a shaded corner into a lush haven, ligularia giganteum is an excellent choice for New Zealand gardens. Celebrated for its dramatic, oversized leaves and stately flower spikes, this showstopper thrives in damp, partially shaded areas where few other plants dare to dominate. Often mistaken for similar varieties, ligularia giganteum brings bold texture and architectural interest to borders, woodland gardens, and pond edges. Its resilience and ornamental value make it a standout for Kiwi gardeners seeking greenery with gravitas.
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.
Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' (Small Leaved Ligularia)
Ligularia 'Rukuhia Beauty' is a striking perennial valued for its bold foliage and rich garden presence. Large broad leaves form lush clumps that bring structure and texture to shaded areas. Late summer and autumn see upright stems topped with warm yellow to orange daisylike blooms that stand proudly above the foliage. This plant thrives in moisture holding soil and offers impressive landscape colour contrast in New Zealand gardens.
