Architectural plants are known for their bold shapes, striking foliage, and sculptural presence, adding drama and modern style to New Zealand gardens. Ideal for focal points, patios, or feature borders, these plants combine unique form with easy care. Explore our NZ-grown selection, perfect for gardeners seeking statement plants with lasting impact.
Acacia Fettuccini is a shrub grown for its attractive foliage and form. It has decorative, rippled, lime green foliage which is held with a somewhat...
Acacia howittii, commonly known as the Sticky Wattle tree, is a fast-growing, small tree that is grown for its weeping growth habit. The branches...
Acer rubrum Autumn Glory produces lush foliage that emerges mid-green in spring, quickly ages to dark green, then turns bright red and orange in...
Acer rubrum Brandywine is an outstanding deciduous tree grown for its lovely form and striking autumn colours. It features lush, mid-green foliage...
Acer platanoides Crimson King is a variety of Japanese Maple that features colourful foliage and a tidy form. The foliage emerges purple-red in...
Acer palmatum dissectum Crimson Princess is an impressive, small, Japanese Maple featuring a rich display of interestingly coloured foliage. The...
Acer palmatum dissectum Emerald Lace is an impressive, small, Japanese maple featuring a rich display of interestingly coloured, weeping foliage. The...
Acer × freemanii 'Jeffersred', commonly known as Autumn Blaze® Maple, is a hybrid between the Red Maple (Acer rubrum) and Silver Maple (Acer...
Acer palmatum Katsura is an impressive Japanese Maple with its rich display of delicate and colourful foliage. Leaves emerge yellow-orange with a...
Acer palmatum dissectum Orangeola is an impressive, small, Japanese Maple featuring a rich display of interestingly colourful, weeping foliage. The...
Acer palmatum is a Japanese Maple grown for its rich display of delicate foliage that changes colour with the seasons. Leaves on this small...
Acer palmatum Burgundy Lace is a variety of Japanese Maple that features a rich display of colourful and delicate foliage. Leaves on this deciduous...
Acer palmatum dissectum Crimson Queen is a variety of Japanese Maple that features a rich display of colourful, weeping foliage. The finely cut...
Acer palmatum dissectum Tamukeyama is a variety of Japanese Maple that features a rich display of colourful, weeping foliage. The finely cut leaves...
Acer palmatum dissectum Viridis is a variety of Weeping Japanese Maple (Laceleaf), that features a rich display of delicate, weeping foliage. The...
Acer palmatum Mikawa Yatsubusa is an impressive Japanese Maple featuring a rich display of delicate foliage. Leaves on this deciduous tree are apple...
Acer palmatum ‘Osakazuki’ is one of the most brilliant Japanese maples for autumn colour. Known for its vivid scarlet-red foliage in autumn and...
Acer palmatum Villa Taranto is an impressive Japanese Maple with its rich display of delicate and colourful foliage. Leaves emerge purple-red in...
Acer palmatum dissectum Seiryu is a Japanese Maple that features a rich display of colourful and delicate foliage. The finely cut leaves emerge lime...
Acer palmatum Shaina is an impressive Japanese Maple grown for its colourful foliage and short stature. The leaves emerge a brilliant red in spring...
Acer palmatum Trompenburg is a Japanese Maple that bears purple-red foliage which turns crimson red in autumn before falling. It typically grows to...
Acer palmatum Ukigumo is an impressive, small, Japanese maple featuring a rich display of interestingly coloured foliage. New leaves emerge...
Acer palmatum Ukon is a small and impressive Japanese maple owing to its rich display of colourful foliage. New leaves emerge pale green, age to...
Acer platanoides Globosum is a deciduous tree grown for its lush foliage and stunning form. It produces a symmetrical and rounded head of mid-green...
Our range includes standout varieties such as Phormium, Cordyline, [Agave], and New Zealand natives like Harakeke (flax). These plants are selected for their dramatic textures, strong forms, and adaptability to NZ’s climate. Their bold presence can define spaces and create striking contrasts in mixed plantings or minimalist designs.
Architectural plants bring structure and visual interest with minimal maintenance. They are typically hardy, drought tolerant, and well-suited to NZ’s varied environments from coastal to urban gardens. Their unique shapes make them ideal for modern landscaping and adding focal points that elevate garden design.
While architectural plants are generally low maintenance, they benefit from well-drained soil and appropriate sunlight based on species. Regular pruning helps maintain their shape and encourages vigorous growth. Most thrive with moderate watering, and applying mulch conserves moisture and suppresses weeds.
All our architectural plants are NZ-grown, carefully packed, and shipped nationwide. We provide expert advice and reliable delivery, ensuring your plants arrive healthy and ready to enhance your garden’s style and structure.
Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.
