lily of the valley tree nz
Searching for the lily of the valley tree nz? While this fragrant beauty isn’t a traditional tree, NZ gardeners often refer to the elegant Pieris japonica as the “lily of the valley tree” thanks to its profuse, bell-like blooms reminiscent of the famous woodland perennial. If you’re after something with lush evergreen foliage, dainty clusters of white or pink flowers, and year-round garden appeal, Pieris species thrive throughout New Zealand’s temperate regions and make a standout choice for home landscapes, patio pots, or shaded borders. Explore your options below and discover how to grow, choose, and care for lily of the valley “trees” right here in NZ.
Magnolia denudata
Magnolia denudata, commonly known as the Lily Tree or Yulan Magnolia, is a deciduous tree admired for its large, fragrant, creamy white flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge. It typically grows 6 to 10 metres tall with a broad, rounded canopy. This elegant tree prefers full sun to light shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Magnolia denudata makes a stunning specimen tree in New Zealand gardens, offering a graceful form and impressive floral display.
From $270.40
Dianella Goddess
Dianella Goddess is a variety of the commonly known, NZ Flax Lily, and produces upright, strap-like leaves which are a rich, dark green with a blue undertone. Flower stems rise above the foliage through spring to bear masses of delicate, blue flowers which result in blue berries. It grows to 70 cm tall and the same wide in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Dianella Goddess is commonly mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, included in borders or mixed plantings, planted around the base of large trees, grown around water features such as streams and ponds, or included in cottage gardens.
From $20.63
