nz native plants for dry areas
Looking for NZ native plants for dry areas? You’re in the right place. New Zealand’s unique flora offers a wide array of drought-tolerant species perfectly suited to sandy soils, exposed coastal gardens, and arid urban sites. By choosing native NZ plants adapted to dryer conditions, you'll not only reduce your water usage, but also support local biodiversity and create a resilient, easy-care landscape. Read on for expert tips and a curated selection of groundcovers, grasses, and shrubs that thrive with minimal moisture.
Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter'
Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter', commonly known as Pinatoro or the NZ Daphne plant, is a mat-forming, NZ native, ground cover plant. It has small, blue foliage which becomes adorned with fragrant, white flowers in spring and results in white berries. This evergreen typically grows to 10 cm tall and 50 cm wide. Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter' is commonly used as a groundcover, added to coastal plantings, included in rock gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, grown on a bank, or positioned so it can spill out over a path or over a wall.
From $24.98
Coprosma kirkii
Coprosma kirkii, commonly known as Creeping Coprosma, is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub valued for its dense, trailing habit and small glossy green leaves. This evergreen plant spreads across the ground, suppressing weeds and providing year round greenery. Naturally tough, it thrives in exposed and coastal conditions, making it ideal for low maintenance gardens, banks, and rockeries. Creeping Coprosma is both practical and attractive in NZ landscapes.
From $20.18
