specimen trees examples
Specimen trees are the showstoppers of any garden, adding structure, drama, and year-round interest to your landscape. Often planted as standalone features, these trees draw the eye and create memorable focal points either in expansive lawns, courtyard gardens, or even smaller urban spaces. If you’re searching for specimen trees examples to inspire your next planting, New Zealand gardens have a wealth of stunning options to suit a variety of climates and styles. In this guide, you’ll discover top choices and learn what makes a tree an ideal specimen.
Corylus maxima Purpurea
Corylus maxima Purpurea, commonly known as the Purple-Leaved Filbert tree, is grown for its attractive foliage and interesting catkins. This deciduous tree typically grows to 6 m tall and the same wide bearing deep purple, serrated leaves held on multiple stems. Corylus maxima Purpurea is commonly grown as a specimen tree.
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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 emerges light green in spring, ages to become dark green, then develops colourful yellow tones in autumn before falling. It typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Robinia Lace Lady is commonly grown as a specimen, used in oriental themed gardens, or maintained in a courtyard garden.
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