red evergreen tree
If you’re searching for a striking red evergreen tree to add enduring colour and interest to your New Zealand garden, you have several excellent choices. Red evergreen trees and shrubs can provide lush foliage year-round, with shades ranging from vibrant scarlet to deep burgundy—even during the greyest winter months. Whether you’re looking for a feature tree, a showy hedge, or a colourful accent plant, red evergreens offer the perfect blend of beauty and practicality for both urban and rural gardens.
Carex flagellifera Red
Carex flagellifera Red is a NZ native, ornamental grass grown for its colourful and attractive foliage. It produces slender and lush, copper-red leaves as it grows to 50 cm tall and the same width. Carex flagellifera Red is often planted around the base of larger trees, included in border plantings, mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, or included in coastal gardens. It also looks great in planters, particularly when the foliage can cascade to the ground.
From $11.50
Photinia 'Super Red' (Red Robin)
Photinia 'Super Red' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its vibrant red new growth that contrasts beautifully with mature green foliage. This hardy plant provides year round colour and structure in NZ gardens. Ideal for hedging, screening, and feature planting, it offers a bold look and reliable performance across a wide range of garden styles.
From $18.95
