tropical plants for dry shade
Looking to transform a tricky dry shade spot into a lush green oasis? While many tropical plants love heat and humidity, some outstanding options thrive even in the challenging conditions typical of shaded, dry areas. With the right plant selection and care tips, you can achieve an exotic, vibrant look in spaces where other plants might struggle. Read on for expert advice and our favourite tropical plants for dry shade—perfect for shaded patios, under eaves, or beneath large trees in New Zealand gardens.
Stromanthe Triostar
Stromanthe 'Triostar' is a striking tropical foliage plant prized for its colourful leaves patterned in green, cream, and pink with rich burgundy tones beneath. Its bold foliage brings year round colour and a lush tropical feel to indoor spaces and sheltered garden settings in New Zealand.
From $33.05
Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' (ZZ ZZ Plant)
Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which are thick, glossy, and near black in colour. The foliage can reach 60 cm tall and the 40 cm wide but is often much less than this when grown as a potted plant.
From $41.33
