puka plant for sale nz
Looking for a lush, striking feature for your New Zealand garden? Discover the Puka plant for sale NZ wide, also known by its botanical name, Meryta sinclairii. Native to New Zealand’s North Island, the Puka is celebrated for its bold, tropical look and adaptability to coastal climates. With its large, glossy leaves and impressive structure, Meryta sinclairii adds a distinctive architectural presence to any planting scheme, withstanding salty winds and even light frosts. Whether you’re seeking a standout specimen tree, aiming to create a privacy screen, or building a lush subtropical landscape, the Puka plant is an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Meryta sinclairii
Meryta sinclairii, commonly known as the Puka Tree or Puka Plant, is a NZ native shrub with a lush and tropical appearance. It bears large and glossy, dark green leaves and grows quickly to about 5 m tall and 4 m wide. Puka are great plants for coastal and tropical gardens and is also commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is also well suited for screening or for planting around pool or barbecue areas. Meryta sinclairii can also be grown as a potted plant indoors for 2-3 years (or more) before being moved into the garden.
- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Trees - Height:
5.00 m - Spread:
4.00 m - Tolerances:
Coastal - Garden uses:
Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen - Garden styles:
Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Tropical
