zz plant varieties
ZZ plants have skyrocketed in popularity among New Zealand indoor gardeners—and it’s easy to see why. Known for their glossy foliage and exceptional tolerance to low light and neglect, these lush houseplants are as stylish as they are resilient. Recently, a growing range of zz plant varieties has become available, offering more choices than ever to suit every personality and interior décor. Whether you’re seeking classic green leaves, bold dark foliage, or the latest cultivars, you’ll find there’s a variety of ZZ plant perfect for your collection. Read on to explore the fascinating types of zz plant varieties you can grow, plus how they compare in beauty and care requirements.
Juncus effusus (Soft Rush Plant)
Juncus effusus (Spiral Rush) is an eye catching rush valued for its distinctive twisting green stems, compact clumping habit, and strong architectural form. It is well suited to New Zealand pond margins, rain gardens, damp borders, containers, and modern landscape designs where unusual texture is wanted.
From $16.49
Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas 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.
