nz natives for hedging
Creating a lush, low-maintenance hedge doesn’t mean you have to look beyond Aotearoa’s own backyard. If you’re searching for NZ natives for hedging, you’ll find an impressive range of options perfectly adapted to New Zealand’s climate, delivering privacy, structure, and beautiful foliage all year round. Natives are fantastic for supporting local wildlife and, with the right plant choices, can thrive in coastal, rural, and urban situations. Let’s explore some of the top picks and tips for building a hardy, attractive native hedge.
Corokia 'Sunsplash'
Corokia 'Sunsplash' is a NZ native shrub grown for its impressive foliage. It features small leaves that are variegated yellow with a central splash of green and has orange-pink undertones. Small, star-shaped, yellow flowers are produced in summer and are followed by orange berries in autumn as it grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. Corokia 'Sunsplash' is commonly trimmed into a hedge but also makes a great addition to a mixed planting. It is also well suited for growing on those difficult to grow sites where a bright and cheerful plant is required.
From $16.95
Pittosporum 'Oliver Twist'
Pittosporum 'Oliver Twist' is a NZ native shrub with small, olive-green leaves held densely on narrow, black stems. This evergreen typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Pittosporum 'Oliver Twist' is an excellent choice for hedging, growing around pools and barbecue areas, adding to a mixed planting, or growing as a backdrop for smaller plants.
From $26.15
