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privet trees for sale

If you’re searching for hardy, versatile hedging or screening plants, you’ll find a great selection of privet trees for sale in New Zealand here at our nursery. Privet trees offer year-round privacy, lush green foliage, and easy shaping for formal or informal gardens. Their adaptability to a range of soils and growing conditions makes them a popular choice for both rural and urban gardeners across the country. Whether you’re looking for a traditional boundary hedge, a windbreak, or simply want to introduce structure and elegance to your landscape, our collection of privet trees for sale delivers exceptional options for every space.

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Ligustrum Rotundifolium (Ligustrum japonicum)

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Ligustrum japonicum Rotundifolium, commonly known as Japanese Privet, grows as a small, compact, rounded bush and carries glossy, dark green leaves which have a unique curl. Clusters of cream-coloured flowers are borne in summer and are a lovely feature as it grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. Ligustrum Rotundifolium is often clipped into hedge, added to a mixed planting, maintained in a container, or used to provide architectural interest.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Tabebuia rosea tree with masses of pink flowers.

Tabebuia rosea

Tabebuia rosea, commonly known as Pink Poui or Rosy Trumpet Tree, is a large tree grown for its amazing flowers. Showy clusters of pink flowers coat the tree during summer. The foliage comprises green foliage which is often shed during extended dry periods, and it typically grows to 30 m tall and 10 m wide. Tabebuia rosea is commonly grown as a specimen tree, included in mixed plantings in a large garden, or used in avenue plantings.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Trees
Height: 30.00 m
Spread: 10.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Avenues
Garden styles: Japanese, Tropical
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Acer platanoides Princeton Gold (Princeton Gold Maple Tree)

Acer platanoides Princeton Gold is a variety of the commonly known, Plane-Leaved Maple, and is a medium sized tree with fantastic foliage. The leaves...

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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

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Cercis canadensis Hearts of Gold (Redbud)

The Cercis canadensis Hearts of Gold tree, commonly known as the Redbud Tree or Hearts Of Gold Redbud, is a small and popular, deciduous tree grown...

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Robinia Lace Lady

Robinia Lace Lady, commonly known as the False Acacia tree, is a deciduous tree grown for its lace-like foliage and pendulous form. The showy foliage...

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Lagunaria patersonia

Lagunaria patersonia, commonly known as the Primrose Tree, is an attractive, evergreen tree featuring lovely flowers. The showy, single flowers are...

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Ulmus carpinifolia Variegata (Field Elm)

Ulmus carpinifolia Variegata, commonly known as Field Elm or Variegated Elm tree, is a stately, deciduous tree grown for its colourful foliage. The...

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Cedrela sinensis Flamingo (Toon Tree)

Cedrela sinensis Flamingo is a highly colourful, deciduous tree featuring bright, salmon-pink foliage in spring which ages to cream-yellow, and then...

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Fraxinus excelsior aurea

Fraxinus excelsior aurea, commonly known as the Golden Ash tree, is a large and stately, deciduous tree. The leaves emerge light green-yellow in...

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Aesculus hippocastanum Baumannii

Aesculus hippocastanum Baumannii, commonly known as the Horse Chestnut, is a lovely, spreading tree. It bears large, upright sprays of double, white...

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Fraxinus Purple Spire

Fraxinus Purple Spire is a popular variety of the commonly known, Claret Ash, and is grown for its impressive form and brilliant autumn colours. It...

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Fraxinus excelsior

Fraxinus excelsior, commonly known as the European Ash or Common Ash, is a large and stately, deciduous tree grown for its rich and colourful...

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Sequoiadendron giganteum (Sequoia gigantea Tree)

Sequoiadendron giganteum, commonly known as the Giant Redwood, is a large, evergreen tree and aptly named for its red coloured wood. It features...

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A Parrotia persica 'Pendula' specimen tree with pendulous green foliage.

Parrotia persica pendula (Weeping Persian Ironwood)

Parrotia persica 'Pendula', commonly known as the Weeping Persian Ironwood, is a tree grown for its fantastic autumn colours and weeping growth...

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Taxodium distichum Cascade Falls

Taxodium distichum Cascade Falls is a variety of the commonly known, Swamp Cypress, and is a fabulous weeping tree that will tolerate heavy soils...

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Magnolia liliiflora Nigra (Magnolia Tree Nigra)

Magnolia liliiflora Nigra, commonly known as Black Lily, is a stunning tree that bears masses of large and showy, purple flowers from late winter...

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Corylus maxima Purpurea

Corylus maxima Purpurea, commonly known as the Purple-Leaved Filbert tree, is grown for its attractive foliage and interesting catkins. This...

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Crassula ovata (Money Tree)

Crassula ovata is a versatile plant ideal for New Zealand gardens, offering unique features and easy care.

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Metrosideros excelsa (Pohutukawa) specimen tree with masses of red flowers in a coastal location.

Metrosideros excelsa (Pōhutukawa)

Metrosideros excelsa, commonly known as Pōhutukawa or the New Zealand Christmas Tree, is a coastal evergreen renowned for its brilliant red flowers...

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Magnolia Amethyst Flame (Amethyst Flame Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Amethyst Flame is a smaller tree that bears masses of large and showy, bright red-purple flowers in late winter and early spring on the...

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Metasequoia glyptostroboides (Dawn Redwood)

Metasequoia glyptostroboides, commonly known as the Dawn Redwood, is a deciduous tree that features fine, needle like, rich-green leaves which turn...

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Magnolia JC Williams (Magnolia Tree JC Williams)

Magnolia JC Williams bears masses of large and showy, rose-purple flowers through late winter and early spring. These are borne on the naked stems...

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Magnolia Margaret Helen (Magnolia Tree Margaret Helen)

Magnolia Margaret Helen is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, rose-pink flowers through late winter and early spring. These are...

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Ulmus Lobel (Dutch Elm Tree)

Ulmus Lobel is a variety of Dutch Elm tree grown for its colourful foliage and narrow form. The leaves emerge a fresh green colour in spring, age to...

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Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach, commonly known as Bead Tree, White Cedar or Persian Lilac, is a fast-growing deciduous tree admired for its feathery foliage and...

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Schinus molle (California Pepper Tree)

Schinus molle, commonly known as the California Pepper Tree, is an evergreen tree grown for its attractive form and foliage. The leaves are bright...

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Schefflera arboricola (Dwarf Umbrella Tree)

The Schefflera arboricola plant, commonly known as the Dwarf Umbrella Tree, is an evergreen shrub commonly grown as a houseplant. The foliage is mid...

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Chiranthodendron pentadactylon (Monkeys Hand Tree)

Commonly known as the Monkeys Hand Tree, this is an evergreen tree grown for its flowers and stature. Amidst the lush, green foliage are borne showy...

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Magnolia Strawberry Fields (Strawberry Fields Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Strawberry Fields is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, deep red flowers through late winter and...

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Magnolia Deryk (Magnolia Tree Deryk)

Magnolia Deryk is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, dark red-purple flowers from late winter until early spring. The flowers are...

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Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' trees with yellow foliage in autumn.

Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' (Tulip Tree)

Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, also known as the Upright Tulip Tree, is a stunning deciduous tree admired for its narrow, columnar form. It...

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Ligustrum Rotundifolium (Ligustrum japonicum)

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Why Choose Privet Trees?

Privet trees are renowned for their dense growth, glossy leaves, and fast establishment. They deliver strong performance as hedges, shelterbelts, and specimen trees. Drought-tolerant once established, privet trees are well-suited to many parts of New Zealand. With options ranging from compact shrubs to taller tree varieties, there’s a privet for every garden design. With regular trimming, it’s easy to maintain crisp, neat shapes or allow your privet to develop a more natural form for wildlife-friendly hedging.

Our Range of Privet Trees

We stock several popular species of privet trees for sale, each suited to different landscaping needs. If you’re seeking a classic hedge plant, Ligustrum vulgare (Common Privet) remains a firm favourite. Its narrow leaves and reliable growth habit make it perfect for clipped hedges or screens.

For glossy, rounded foliage, consider Ligustrum Rotundifolium (Ligustrum japonicum). This variety is popular for both standalone specimens and formal borders. If privacy and stature are a priority, Ligustrum lucidum (Tree Privet) is an excellent choice, growing taller than many other privet species and offering thick, lush cover.

Gardeners looking for alternative forms can try Ligustrum sinense (Chinese Privet), which is valued for its delicate, smaller leaves and excellent tolerance of pruning. For a neat, boxwood-like look, Ligustrum undulatum (Box Leaf Privet) is ideal for small hedges, topiaries, and structured planting schemes.

Using Privet Trees in Your Garden

Thanks to their flexibility and rapid growth, privet trees offer endless landscaping potential. Use them as formal hedges along property boundaries for privacy and wind protection, or plant them as clusters to create living walls and architectural interest. The dense branching also provides valuable shelter for birds, supporting local wildlife in your garden. Privet’s ability to thrive in sun or partial shade and tolerate coastal conditions makes it a smart, low-maintenance solution for a variety of settings.

Order Privet Trees for Sale Online

Browse our full selection of privet trees for sale and enjoy strong, healthy plants direct from our New Zealand nursery. We’re passionate about helping gardeners transform their outdoor spaces with robust, easy-to-grow shrubs and trees. With expert advice and fast dispatch, ordering your new privet hedge or tree from us is simple and reliable. Explore our recommended varieties, including Ligustrum vulgare (Common Privet), Ligustrum Rotundifolium (Ligustrum japonicum), Ligustrum lucidum (Tree Privet), Ligustrum sinense (Chinese Privet), and Ligustrum undulatum (Box Leaf Privet) to find the perfect fit for your project. Your garden’s next chapter starts here.


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