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nz native plants online

Discover the beauty and resilience of Aotearoa’s natural flora by shopping for NZ native plants online. Whether you’re establishing a new garden, restoring a landscape, or looking for unique greenery to enhance your outdoor space, native plants offer unmatched benefits for both your environment and local biodiversity. With a diverse collection of hardy, water-wise, and habitat-friendly options available, buying NZ native plants online has never been more convenient or rewarding.

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.

Buy Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter'

From $24.98

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Groundcover Plants

Height: 10 cm

Spread: 50 cm

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Borders, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock

Carpodetus serratus prostrata

Carpodetus serratus prostrata, commonly known as prostrate Marble Leaf or prostrate Putaputaweta, is a low-growing, NZ native shrub that is often used as a groundcover. Its spreading and somewhat tangled branches carry small leaves which are variegated green and lime green as it grows to 50 cm tall and 1 m wide. Carpodetus serratus prostrata is ideal for planting around the base of larger trees and shrubs, as a groundcover on damp sites, or for inclusion in border plantings.

Buy Carpodetus serratus prostrata

From $26.93

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Groundcover Plants

Height: 50 cm

Spread: 1.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Hardy, Shade, Wet, Wind

Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Ground covering, Paths & Steps, Ponds

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Rock

Why Choose NZ Native Plants?

NZ native plants are uniquely adapted to New Zealand’s climate and soils, making them both low-maintenance and ecologically beneficial. These plants are naturally pest-resistant, require less water once established, and provide essential food and shelter for native birds and insects. By choosing native species, you’re contributing to conservation efforts while enjoying a stunning, thriving landscape that looks beautiful year-round.

Convenient Online Selection

Shopping for NZ native plants online lets you explore a wide range of species suited for everything from coastal gardens to urban backyards. Whether you’re in need of groundcovers, shrubs, or feature plants, our nursery offers expert advice and healthy stock ready to be delivered directly to your door.

Some popular choices include:

Coprosma prostrata: An excellent groundcover with distinctive foliage and great tolerance for coastal conditions.
Carpodetus serratus prostrata: Known for its compact habit and small, attractive leaves—ideal for low-maintenance spaces.
Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter': Adds a cool blue tone and delicate texture to garden beds or borders.

Perfect Plants for Every Garden

From wind-swept cliffs to sheltered urban sanctuaries, NZ native plants thrive in a remarkable range of settings—especially when you find the right match online. For those seeking glossy-leaved evergreens, Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant) is a standout. Its reflective foliage is especially popular along exposed sites and seaside locations. Alternatively, Coprosma kirkii makes for a tough, mat-forming groundcover, perfect for suppressing weeds and stabilising banks.

Expert Advice for Native Plant Success

When you shop for NZ native plants online through our nursery, you’re not just buying plants—you're tapping into generations of local knowledge. Our team is passionate about helping Kiwis create lasting, wildlife-friendly gardens and provides in-depth growing guides for every species we offer. From tips on soil preparation and planting to advice on long-term care, we help you make the most out of your gardening experience.

Start Your Native Garden Journey

Bring the authentic spirit of New Zealand into your backyard by choosing NZ native plants online. Our extensive selection and expert support ensure you get eco-friendly, drought-tolerant, and visually stunning plants delivered straight from our nursery to your garden. Browse our selection today and take the first step towards a beautiful, sustainable landscape filled with Aotearoa’s finest natives.

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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.