This specimen tree from Brazil is a visual delight when in full flower. In late spring-summer masses of mauve-blue tubular flowers smother the tree followed by decorative seed pods. The ferny green foliage is semi-evergreen when temperatures are cool. Protect from frost.

Jacarandas like a warm sheltered position and well drained soil. In their native Brazil they are considered a tropical evergreen and in NZ they grow really well in warmer parts of the country like the Bay of Plenty. They can be grown in cooler areas if protected from frost whilst young.

This is a small, open branched, deciduous tree with a rounded crown. Leaves emerge pinkish bronze to purplish in spring, mature to a bright green in summer and turn yellow in fall. Bright yellow flowers appear early summer an change to brown, papery seed capsules which resemble Chinese lanterns.

The common name for this small tree is Crepe Myrtle because of the clusters of pretty 'crinkled' deep magenta flowers that appear from summer to autumn. Along with the flowers there is attractive bronze-green foliage and smooth bark. Plant in a warm sheltered position. Deciduous.

Striking, bold, fantastic accent tree with near black foliage and stunning deep red crepe flowers from Spring to Autumn. Remove lower limbs to show off the gorgeous smooth bark or leave bushy for a stunning privacy screen. Low maintenance, drought hardy once established. Deciduous

Showy shrub with large heads of magenta flowers. Beautiful autumn leaf colour of red and orange. Mature plant has interesting bark. Prefers warm sunny situation with good drainage. Will tolerate moderate frosts. Native of China/Japan.

Soire D Ete has bunches of Pink/Lavender flowers from summer to autumn, and an attractive bronze-green foliage. the bark is smooth and attractive. Plant in a warm sheltered position. The French name Soire d'ete translates to "Summer Evening". Deciduous.

Beautiful lilac-mauve 'crinkly' flowers appear among the dark green foliage for months in summer. Forms a very nice small tree with smooth bark. Loves to grow in the sun in a sheltered position. Deciduous. AKA 'Soir D'Puard'.

A distinguished narrow pyramidal form of this lovely deciduous tree. Large lobed green leaves turn a deep burgundy red in autumn and hold well until leaf drop. Give this tree plenty of space so the true beauty can be appreciated. Prefers soil that does not dry out completely in summer. Deciduous

A distinctively different cultivar with conspicuously variegated foliage. The outer margins of the bright green leaves are edged with a deep yellow and in autumn changes to shades of purple. Quite apt that this tree with green and gold leaves, was introduced from Australia. Deciduous.

Now this is really special. A unique form of Liquidambar with a dense, rounded habit. The fresh green summer foliage puts on a vibrant autumn display in tones of red and purple, holding well into winter. Deciduous.