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types of hedge plants

Looking to create a smart, green boundary or add privacy to your garden? Exploring the many types of hedge plants is the ideal starting point. The right hedge plant will not only frame your space beautifully but also offer shelter for wildlife, structure to your outdoor areas, and year-round interest. From evergreen living fences to flowering varieties that bring bursts of colour, New Zealand gardeners have an abundance of options tailored to local climates and style preferences.

Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon'

Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is an evergreen shrub often used instead of Buxus for hedges. It carries dense, upright branches that host small and glossy leaves that are variegated green and yellow. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. It can be trimmed as necessary, even down to 15 cm. Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is often used for hedging and topiary, included in a mixed planting, or used to brighten up an area.

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From $24.23

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 1.50 m

Spread: 1.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Topiary

Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock

Viburnum Hedge Master

Viburnum Hedge Master is an evergreen shrub grown for its lush and colourful foliage. The glossy foliage emerges red and ages to become dark green. The leaves are held densely off sturdy stems. Left untrimmed it will grow to 2.5 m tall and 2 m wide but it is often contained to smaller sizes. Viburnum Hedge Master is commonly trimmed into a hedge or left untrimmed as an informal hedge. It is also well suited to including in a mixed planting, maintaining in a container, planting around outdoor living areas, or using to border an entrance.

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From $26.93

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 2.50 m

Spread: 2.00 m

Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Evergreen Hedge Plants for Year-Round Privacy

Evergreen hedge plants are a top choice for gardeners wanting consistent coverage and privacy. Some popular types of hedge plants that remain lush throughout the year include fast-growing varieties and those with neat, low-maintenance habits. For example, Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is prized for its vibrant foliage and rapid growth, creating a dense, lemon-lime green wall. Similarly, Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime' offers a striking alternative with slightly different leaf tones, both providing effective and stylish screening.

Flowering Hedge Plants for Seasonal Interest

If you’re after hedges that do double duty, consider flowering types of hedge plants for your garden. These varieties not only provide privacy but also deliver seasonal colour, attracting bees and birds. Hydrangea Limelight is a standout choice, known for its showy lime-green to white blooms that add elegance along boundaries or walkways. Another multi-sensory option is Brunfelsia pauciflora Scent sational (Yesterday Today Tomorrow Plant), which delights with fragrant blooms that change colour over a few days, creating a constantly evolving display in your hedge.

Fast-Growing Hedges for Quick Results

Many New Zealanders want types of hedge plants that establish quickly for instant impact. Fast-growing varieties save time and help you enjoy secluded spaces sooner. For those after a robust, rapid-forming hedge, Viburnum Hedge Master is a fantastic pick, offering dense foliage, white flowers, and excellent resilience. It’s ideal for formal hedging or as an informal border.

How to Choose the Right Hedge Plants

When selecting from the various types of hedge plants, consider your needs: Do you want a strictly clipped formal look, or a relaxed, informal natural border? Factor in your region’s climate, soil type, and the amount of sunlight your hedge will receive. Also decide whether you prefer classic evergreen structure, seasonal flowers, or perhaps a combination for year-round interest.

Explore Our Range of Hedge Plants

Whether you need low-maintenance evergreens, stunning bloomers, or something to fill a boundary fast, there’s a hedge plant to suit every New Zealand garden. Browse our range, including standout options like Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon', Viburnum Hedge Master, Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime', Hydrangea Limelight, and Brunfelsia pauciflora Scent sational (Yesterday Today Tomorrow Plant). With advice from our expert horticulturists, you’ll find it easy to choose, plant, and maintain the perfect hedge for your landscape.

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