nz native shade plants
Transform your shady garden spots with the beauty and resilience of NZ native shade plants. These unique plants are specially adapted to thrive in lower light conditions, making them ideal for under large trees, along the south side of homes, or in any spot where the sun peeks through only occasionally. Celebrate Aotearoa's incredible biodiversity by choosing New Zealand native shade plants that bring lush foliage, interesting textures, and year-round interest to even the darkest corners of your garden.
Dianella nigra (New Zealand Blueberry)
Dianella nigra, commonly known as the New Zealand Blueberry or Tūrutu, is a NZ native that features lush foliage and glossy berries that vary in colour from blue, white, to deep purple. They are held amidst the strap-like, glossy green leaves. Dianella nigra typically grows to 40 cm tall and 50 cm wide, and is commonly included in a mixed planting or border, used in cottage gardens, or mass planted either on a bank or as a groundcover.
From $20.18
Pseudowintera colorata
Pseudowintera colorata, commonly known as Mountain Horopito, is a NZ native shrub grown for its colourful foliage. New growth has dominant red tones and ages to become green-yellow with a red edge. Small, yellow-green flowers complement the foliage in spring and result in small, dark fruit. This evergreen typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide. Pseudowintera colorata is commonly included in a mixed planting, trimmed into a hedge, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted around the pool or barbecue area, or mass planted for a stunning display.
From $24.23
