plants suitable for hedges
Finding the right plants suitable for hedges is key to creating attractive, low-maintenance boundaries for your home or garden. Whether you're looking for privacy, wind protection, or a decorative feature, New Zealand gardeners have an outstanding selection of hedge-friendly plants to choose from. The ideal hedge plant is robust, maintains dense growth, responds well to pruning, and thrives in local conditions. Read on to discover some of the best options, planting tips, and expert recommendations for beautiful, long-lasting hedges.
Buxus microphylla (Littleleaf Boxwood)
Buxus microphylla, commonly known as Japanese Box or Littleleaf Boxwood, is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its dense, glossy green foliage and adaptability to shaping. Ideal for formal hedges, borders, and topiary, it maintains its vibrant colour year-round. With excellent cold tolerance and minimal shaping required, it's a reliable choice for formal gardens, cottage landscapes, and container planting throughout New Zealand.
From $20.63
Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon'
Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is an evergreen shrub often used instead of Buxus for hedges. It carries dense, upright branches that host small and glossy leaves that are variegated green and yellow. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. It can be trimmed as necessary, even down to 15 cm. Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is often used for hedging and topiary, included in a mixed planting, or used to brighten up an area.
From $24.77
