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Discover a stunning selection of prunus for sale right here in New Zealand, perfect for transforming your garden with breathtaking spring blooms or providing an elegant, year-round feature. Prunus, commonly known as ornamental cherry or plum, boasts varieties prized for their spectacular floral displays, vivid foliage, and versatility in landscaping. Whether you’re looking for flowering cherries, decorative plums, or robust hedging options, our range of prunus trees and shrubs will inspire your next gardening project.

Portuguese Laurel (Prunus lusitanica) standard trees bordering a driveway.

Prunus lusitanica

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Prunus lusitanica, commonly known as the Portuguese Laurel, is a large shrub that is widely grown across the world. It features dark red stems that bear lush, dense, and dark green leaves. The white flowers are small and fragrant, followed by small, dark purple berries. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 4 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Prunus lusitanica is an excellent plant for a large garden. It is commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted for screening and shelter, used for topiary, or included in a “white” garden. Landscape designers favour Portuguese Laurels for their elegance and versatility.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Hedging, Pool areas, Screening, Topiary
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
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Prunus Amanogawa

Prunus Amanogawa is a variety of Flowering Cherry that features masses of pale-pink flowers through spring. The mildly fragrant, semi-double flowers are borne in clusters and literally coat the tree. The foliage emerges a yellow-bronze colour in spring, ages to become mid-dark green, then develops orange and red tones in autumn before falling. It grows with a columnar habit to about 5 m tall and 2 m wide. Prunus Amanogawa is a stunning tree and is commonly used in avenue plantings, added to cottage gardens, used to border to an entrance, grown as a specimen, or added to a mixed planting.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Avenues, Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Prunus Kiku Shidare Zakura

Prunus Kiku Shidare Zakura is a variety of Flowering Cherry that features pendulous branches and stunning flowers. It produces masses of the large...

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Prunus Falling Snow

Prunus Falling Snow is a variety of Flowering Cherry grown for its pendulous growth and fantastic flowering. It features masses of single, white...

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Prunus Pink Cloud

Prunus 'Pink Cloud' is a beautiful cherry tree known for its profuse vibrant pink blossoms in spring. This deciduous tree grows up to 5 metres tall...

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Prunus Pendula Rosea

Prunus subhirtella Pendula Rosea is a variety of Flowering Cherry grown for its impressive flowering and pendulous growth habit. This tree produces...

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Prunus laurocerasus

Prunus laurocerasus, commonly known as cherry laurel, is a versatile evergreen tree renowned for its dense, glossy dark green leaves and fragrant...

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Prunus Southern Gem

Prunus 'Southern Gem' is a beautiful cherry tree prized for its early pink blossoms that herald the arrival of spring. This deciduous tree grows up...

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Prunus blireiana

Prunus 'Blireiana' is a charming cherry tree prized for its fragrant pale pink blossoms that appear in early spring. This deciduous tree grows to...

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Prunus campanulata Superba

Prunus campanulata Superba is a variety of Flowering Cherry that features masses of single, rose-red blossoms. These are held in pendulous clusters...

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Prunus mume The Geisha

Prunus mume 'The Geisha', commonly known as Japanese Apricot, is a deciduous tree celebrated for its delightful fragrance and early winter blooms...

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Prunus Ichiyo

Prunus 'Ichiyo' is a stunning cherry tree known for its large, double pink blossoms that bloom profusely in mid to late spring. This deciduous tree...

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Prunus mume Peggy Clarke

Prunus mume 'Peggy Clarke' is a charming apricot tree valued for its fragrant pink blossoms that bloom in late winter to early spring. This deciduous...

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Prunus Awanui

Prunus Awanui is a variety of Flowering Cherry that features masses of fragrant, pink flowers through spring. This deciduous tree grows with a vase...

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Prunus Thundercloud

Prunus Thundercloud, commonly known as the Thundercloud Plum, is a deciduous ornamental tree celebrated for its vibrant purple foliage and early...

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Prunus 'Pink Perfection'

Prunus 'Pink Perfection' is a stunning flowering cherry celebrated for its profusion of double pink blossoms in spring. This deciduous tree brings...

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Prunus Felix Jury

Prunus Felix Jury is a variety of Flowering Cherry that features masses of large, claret-red blossoms in spring which are held as pendulous clusters...

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Prunus Shirotae

Prunus Shirotae is a graceful deciduous tree prized for its abundant pure white blossoms that brighten gardens each spring. Its upright, spreading...

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Prunus yedoensis

Prunus yedoensis, commonly known as the Yoshino cherry, is celebrated for its profuse white blossoms in early spring. This deciduous tree grows to...

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Prunus Kanzan

Prunus Kanzan is a variety of Flowering Cherry that features masses of double, rich pink blossoms through spring. This deciduous tree grows with a...

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Beautiful Prunus 'Shimidsu Sakura' pink and white blossoms.

Prunus Shimidsu Sakura

Prunus 'Shimidsu Sakura' is an elegant deciduous tree celebrated for its abundant pink blossoms that brighten gardens in spring. Its upright growth...

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Prunus Ukon

Prunus 'Ukon', a cultivar of Japanese flowering cherry, is renowned for its distinctive creamy yellow blossoms that bloom in late spring. Unlike the...

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Prunus Tai Haku

Prunus 'Tai Haku', also known as the Great White Cherry, is prized for its large, pure white blossoms that bloom in mid to late spring. This...

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Prunus autumnalis Rosea

Prunus Autumnalis Rosea is a popular variety of Flowering Cherry due to its stunning blooms and long flowering. It features semi-double, pale-pink...

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Prunus 'Jim's Delight' rose pink flowers on a tree.

Prunus 'Jim's Delight'

Prunus 'Jim’s Delight' is a stunning flowering cherry renowned for its spectacular spring blossoms and vibrant seasonal foliage. This small deciduous...

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Prunus Okame

Prunus Okame is a beautiful deciduous tree known for its early spring display of vibrant pink blossoms. Its upright, rounded growth habit and...

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Prunus Accolade

Prunus Accolade is a variety of Flowering Cherry that features masses of semi-double flowers. The frilly and pink blooms are borne in clusters...

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Prunus Mountain Haze

Prunus Mountain Haze Tree Size and Growth Habit

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Prunus Spire

Growing Sophora 'Goldies Mantle' in NZ is straightforward when planted in full sun and free draining soil. It tolerates a variety of conditions...

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Prunus lusitanica

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Why Choose Prunus for Your Garden?

Prunus varieties have become a staple in New Zealand gardens due to their dazzling spring blossoms, attractive growth habits, and adaptability to a wide range of conditions. If you’re planning to create a show-stopping avenue, fill a small courtyard, or add privacy with dense, evergreen foliage, prunus offers proven solutions. Many species are easy-care and suit both urban and rural settings. Most prunus trees display profuse blooms in pink, white, or purple, attracting bees and pollinators while setting the stage for a vibrant garden atmosphere.

Popular Prunus Varieties Available

When searching for prunus for sale, you’ll find a diverse selection suitable for every garden style. For dramatic weeping branches and layers of pink petals, consider the Prunus Kiku Shidare Zakura, celebrated for its graceful form and abundance of double blossoms each spring. Another exceptional choice is the Prunus Southern Gem, bred specifically for New Zealand conditions and admired for its extended flowering season and resilience.

If classic cherry blossoms are on your wish list, Prunus serrulata remains a favourite, offering lush clusters of flowers that herald the arrival of warmer days. For those seeking a decorative purple-leaf plum, Prunus blireiana features fragrant, pale pink flowers and rich foliage that create a striking landscape contrast. For evergreen structure and hedging, Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) is highly valued for its glossy green leaves, compact habit, and reliability as a privacy screen or windbreak.

Planting and Caring for Prunus

Planting a prunus tree or shrub is straightforward. Select a sunny to lightly shaded site with well-drained soil to promote healthy growth and vivid blossoms. Most prunus types thrive with moderate watering; mulch around the base helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Annual pruning encourages dense flowering and maintains your tree’s shape, while occasional feeding boosts both growth and bloom quality. Prunus varieties are generally robust, needing only minimal attention once established.

Order Prunus for Sale in New Zealand

You’ll find the perfect prunus for sale right here, whether you’re dreaming of springtime colour or seeking practical hedging solutions. Browse our outstanding selection online, including Prunus Kiku Shidare Zakura, Prunus Southern Gem, Prunus serrulata, Prunus blireiana, and Prunus lusitanica. With expert advice and healthy, locally grown specimens, you can easily create an unforgettable garden display with prunus in New Zealand.


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