Trees are an essential part of any garden, offering lasting beauty, shade, and improved air quality. From grand natives to eye-catching exotics, find the perfect trees to complement your landscape and support local wildlife in NZ gardens.
Acacia howittii, commonly known as Sticky Wattle, is an attractive evergreen tree valued for its graceful weeping habit, fine green foliage, and...
Acer 'Armstrong' is a distinctive Maple grown for its narrow, upright growth habit and fabulous autumn colours. This fast-growing tree produces a...
Acer 'Asahi Zuru' is a stunning Japanese Maple known for its delicate, variegated leaves that blend pink, white, and green tones. In autumn, the...
Acer 'Autumn Glory' is a magnificent deciduous maple renowned for its exceptional autumn colour and attractive rounded canopy. The lush green foliage...
Acer 'Brandywine' is a superb deciduous maple admired for its neat upright habit and exceptional autumn display of rich crimson, scarlet, and...
Acer buergerianum, commonly known as the Trident Maple, is a striking deciduous tree admired for its distinctive three-lobed leaves and brilliant...
Acer palmatum 'Crimson Princess' is a stunning Japanese maple known for its deeply cut, cascading burgundy foliage that intensifies through the...
Acer 'Emerald Lace' is a graceful laceleaf Japanese Maple admired for its finely divided soft green foliage and elegant cascading form. The delicate...
Acer 'Esk Sunset' is a stunning deciduous maple prized for its richly variegated foliage with green leaves flushed in pink, cream, and purple...
Acer 'Fireglow' is a striking Japanese maple prized for its brilliant deep red foliage that holds colour exceptionally well throughout the season...
Acer freemanii 'Jeffersred' is a striking deciduous maple valued for its strong upright form and outstanding autumn colour. This fast growing tree...
Acer griseum (Paperbark Maple) is a highly sought after deciduous tree prized for its beautiful peeling cinnamon coloured bark and outstanding autumn...
Acer 'Katsura' is a stunning Japanese maple known for its brilliant apricot orange spring foliage that matures to fresh green before turning vibrant...
Acer negundo 'Violaceum' is an attractive deciduous maple valued for its distinctive purple tinted young growth and fresh green foliage. The new...
Acer 'Orangeola' is a stunning weeping Japanese Maple admired for its finely cut foliage that emerges bright orange red in spring. The leaves mature...
Acer palmatum 'Beni Otake' is a striking Japanese Maple admired for its narrow strap like deep red foliage that creates a bold architectural effect...
Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' (Bloodgood Japanese Maple) is one of the most reliable and popular Japanese maples, valued for its deep red foliage and...
Acer palmatum 'Burgundy Lace' is a refined Japanese maple admired for its finely dissected deep burgundy foliage and graceful weeping form. This...
Acer palmatum 'Coonara Pygmy' is a delightful dwarf Japanese Maple known for its compact form and finely divided leaves. The foliage emerges soft...
Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen' is a highly admired weeping Japanese maple known for its finely dissected burgundy foliage that retains rich colour...
Acer palmatum 'Crippsii' is a refined Japanese maple valued for its deeply lobed foliage and elegant, compact growth habit. Its leaves emerge soft...
Acer palmatum dissectum 'Tamukeyama' is one of the most admired Japanese Maples, prized for its finely dissected deep red foliage and graceful...
Acer palmatum dissectum 'Viridis' is a graceful Japanese Maple prized for its finely dissected bright green foliage and elegant cascading form. The...
Acer palmatum 'Fjellheim' is a compact Japanese Maple prized for its dense upright habit, fresh green foliage, and brilliant coral red stems that...
Trees transform ordinary gardens into thriving, multi-layered spaces. They provide essential shade, help regulate temperature, and give shelter to birds and other wildlife. In NZ, trees such as Kauri, Kowhai, and flowering cherries bring both structure and seasonal interest all year round. Opting for suitable trees creates a backbone for your garden, making it both stunning and sustainable.
Choosing the right trees depends on your garden size, sunlight, and soil conditions. Fast-growing varieties create quick privacy screens, while specimen trees become standout features in larger areas. For those in urban environments, compact trees like maples and olives suit smaller spaces while still delivering colour and texture. Not sure which trees are right for you? Our online plant finder makes it easy to match trees to your unique garden conditions.
Proper tree care starts with good planting practices—choose an appropriate location and enrich the soil with compost. Regular deep watering during dry spells and seasonal mulching help maintain tree health. Pruning in late winter encourages new growth and keeps trees in shape. For detailed, year-round guidance, see our latest gardening tips and tricks to keep your trees thriving, no matter the season.
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