Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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native plant nursery hawkes bay

Looking for a trusted native plant nursery Hawkes Bay locals rely on for quality, variety, and expert advice? Our nursery is dedicated to helping gardeners, landscapers, and restoration projects select the ideal native plants for Hawke's Bay conditions. We’re passionate about celebrating Aotearoa’s unique flora, and we work closely with local growers to supply healthy, hardy natives perfectly suited for your coastal, urban, or rural planting needs.

A lush Coprosma repens shrub growing in a shaded position.

Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant)

Coprosma repens, also known as Taupata or Mirror Plant, is a robust New Zealand native shrub featuring lush, glossy green foliage. Growing up to 3 metres tall and 2 metres wide, it thrives in coastal conditions, tolerating salt spray and wind. Ideal for hedging, screening, or as a backdrop in native plantings, Coprosma repens adds year-round interest with its shiny leaves and low-maintenance nature.

Buy Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant)

From $20.18

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 3.00 m

Spread: 2.00 m

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet

Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening

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

Pseudopanax Cyril Watson

Pseudopanax 'Cyril Watson' is a distinctive New Zealand native shrub, recognised for its lush, glossy green foliage with 3 to 5 rounded, partially fused lobes and toothed margins. This evergreen plant typically grows to about 2 metres tall and 1.5 metres wide, making it an excellent choice for various garden settings, including mixed or native plantings, revegetation projects, and as a backdrop around outdoor living areas.

Buy Pseudopanax Cyril Watson

From $299.92

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 2.00 m

Spread: 1.50 m

Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy

Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas

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

Your Local Source for Native Plants

A native plant nursery Hawkes Bay should provide more than just plants—it should offer local experience and support for your gardening journey. Whether you’re revegetating a lifestyle block, adding biodiversity to your urban landscape, or seeking low-maintenance natives for your backyard, our range covers thriving groundcovers, hardy shrubs, and iconic specimen trees. Our passionate team is always on hand to share tailored tips, ensuring your native plants not only survive but flourish in Hawke's Bay's variable climate.

Why Choose Native Plants for Hawke's Bay Gardens

Native plants are the ultimate solution for Hawke’s Bay gardens. They’re naturally adapted to our dry summers and occasional winter frosts, meaning less watering and less fuss than many exotics. By choosing New Zealand natives, you also create habitat for native birds and insects and contribute to local biodiversity. For gardeners seeking unique structural foliage and year-round colour, consider the versatile Pseudopanax Cyril Watson or the robust Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant)—both outstanding options for local landscapes.

Explore Our Diverse Plant Selection

As a specialist native plant nursery Hawkes Bay, we source and propagate a wide selection for residential, commercial, and restoration use. Our catalogue includes hardy groundcovers, hedging options, and stunning feature plants. If you’re mixing natives with ornamentals, we recommend pairing them with striking perennials—find inspiration in the sculptural Aechmea fasciata (Urn Plant) or the eye-catching blooms of Kniphofia 'Dwarf Scarlet' (Hot Poker Plant).

For gardeners championing native fragrances, minty-fresh foliage and pollinator-friendly flowers, the Prostanthera Eddington Blue (Mint Bush Plant) is another favourite.

Native Plant Advice and Support

We’re more than just a native plant nursery Hawkes Bay―we’re committed to supporting your projects from planning to planting and aftercare. Our experienced horticulturists can guide you on everything from windbreaks to low-maintenance planting plans. Plus, we provide expert care information tailored to Hawke’s Bay’s unique soils and climate, so your garden will thrive for years to come.

Visit Our Hawke's Bay Native Plant Nursery

Whether you’re a home gardener, landscape designer, or farmer, your go-to native plant nursery Hawkes Bay is ready to help. Enjoy our friendly service and explore an inspiring range of healthy, locally grown natives, plus complementary perennials and shrubs that will transform your landscape. Contact us today to start your planting journey with Hawke’s Bay’s specialist native nursery team.

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.