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aka Evergreen Azalea

Deliciously double crisp white blooms contrast nicely against the dark green foliage of this reliable little evergreen Azalea. Long flowering period that starts in autumn through to spring. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

This lovely little Japanese Azalea is smothered with small bright purple-pink flowers from late winter until early summer. Well behaved and easy to grow it is ideal for mass planting in morning sun or semi-shade. Fresh green foliage that has bronze tones in winter.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

A beautiful evergreen azalea with deep pink ruffled double flowers from winter through to spring. A tidy and compact shrub. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Delightful miniature with green tufted foliage and masses of single pink flowers in early summer. A reliable and hardy Azalea that looks great mass planted. Happiest in part shade, mulch the roots well to keep cool in summer.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Deep green closely tufted foliage and large open pure white blooms that smother the bush in summer make this a desirable little shrub. Happiest in well drained acid soil with protection from the afternoon sun. Compact and tidy. Mulch the root area annually to keep cool.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

This evergreen Azalea has double white flowers with a green throat set against fresh green foliage. Happiest in a semi-shaded position where it will make quite a statement in late winter early spring. Very pretty. Prefers acid soil and a nice layer of mulch to keep the roots cool.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Discovered in Japan by the famous plant collector Ernest Wilson this hardy little Azalea has masses of tiny, single, cerise flowers from late winter to early summer. Dense fresh green foliage that shows bronze tones in winter. Prefers a semi-shaded spot and acid soil.

Also Known as Christmas Cheer

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aka Evergreen Azalea

This little azalea simply masses itself in rose pink blooms over a long period in spring. Very tidy and compact habit. The small bright green leaves become bronze in winter. Top performing plant, happiest with protection from the afternoon sun in soil that is not too dry.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Mrs Kint is at her best in spring when she decorates her dainty dark green foliage with beautiful single red blooms. Happiest in light shade. Nice compact plant which could be used for a low hedge in a shady part of the garden.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Mrs Kint is at her best in spring when she decorates her dainty dark green foliage with beautiful single white blooms. Happiest in light shade. Nice compact plant which could be used for a low hedge in a shady part of the garden.

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aka Azalea

This little Kurume Azalea becomes just a mass of peachy pink blooms in late winter early spring. A top performing plant with a tidy compact habit. Plant with protection from the afternoon sun in well drained, acid soil. Avoid Lime.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Glowing, ruby red, single blooms smother the glossy green foliage of this lovely Kurume Azalea in late winter early spring. The foliage has a reddish-purple tinge in winter. Happiest in a semi-shaded position. Avoid Lime.

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aka Hornbeam

Hornbeam. Ideal tree for hedging or pleaching. Attractive oval green ribbed foliage that has good autumn tones before turning brown. The leaves hold on the tree well into winter. Smooth grey bark, ornamental catkins in spring followed by ornamental winged seed 'nuts'. Deciduous.

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aka Mexican Orange Blossom

A top rated performance plant for multiple planting, filling in a background or can be used as a low hedge. Glossy deep green leaves are offset by aromatic clusters of white flowers late winter through spring. Hardy and easy to grow in sun or light shade. Evergreen.

The name Mexican Orange Blossom describes the look of the white flowers rather than the perfume as the flowers of this useful shrub are aromatic rather than sweetly perfumed.

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aka Coprosma

An interesting form of our native Coprosma with divaricating pale gold stems and fine foliage with bronzy gold tones. Excellent plant for difficult sites as it is very tough and hardy with the added bonus of being frost hardy. Would make a unique and easy care hedge. Evergreen.

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aka Mirror Plant

With year round interest, this great little shrub has golden summer tones with splashes of lime green and orange which intensify in the winter. Excellent for small hedges, group plantings or for adding colour contrast. Plant in sun or part shade with protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.

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Golden Star has been bred in New Zealand for our conditions and has been selected for its earth golden tones that will fit in any garden situation. Stays tidy and compact. As Autumn approaches the colours change to more Golden. Great to bring some colour other than green to any garden.

'Golden Star' will benefit from a hair cut every now and then. This is best done around about February on a warm dry day.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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NZ Native. Ideal for shaping and makes a great ornamental hedge or Standards. Upright growth habit with small rounded glossy green leaves. Hardy. Easy to grow.

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aka Japanese Cedar

Japanese Cedar. A fast growing and robust Conifer that is useful for screens and shelter belts and highly valued in the Orient as a timber tree. Forms a stately pyramidal tree if left untrimmed with curved needle foliage in green and bronze tones. Evergreen.

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aka Japanese Cedar

Exceptionally vigorous and hardy, tolerant of wind even salt laden, quick growing and a classic pyramidal shape. Short curved needles of evergreen foliage and a straight trunk with reddish bark. A very useful Conifer.

A selected form introduced and registered to Cedar Lodge of Taranaki.

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aka Cypress

A very attractive and quick growing, aromatic Conifer with blue-grey foliage and flaking reddish-brown bark. Forms a neat and tidy conical tree and is great for back ground planting or screening. Tolerant and hardy. Evergreen.

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aka Ake Ake

Ake Ake. A no fuss evergreen foliage shrub that can be used for hedging or background planting. The slightly wavy leaves are shaded purple and bronze and will have better colour if not over-fed or pampered. Will grow just about anywhere except full shade. Evergreen.

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aka Escallonia

A hardy, tolerant and easy to grow evergreen shrub that is perfect for hedging or background planting. Glossy green foliage all year round and tubular apple blossom pink flowers from spring to late summer. Responds well to a good haircut. Bees love the flowers.

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aka Escallonia

One of the best plants available to light up a shady area. New foliage is soft lime green and gradually turns to more golden tones. The flowers are a rosy pink and appear in summer. Happiest with protection from the afternoon sun. Trims well. Evergreen.

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aka Escallonia

A compact dwarf Escallonia with vibrant glossy leaves and brilliant pink bell-shaped flowers from late Spring to late Summer. Fast growing, it will develop into a showy hedge, clips well. Good as a potted specimen. Prefers full sun to part shade, well drained soil. Good coastal plant, frost tolerant. Evergreen

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A hardy shrub that is compact, low maintenance with glossy dark green foliage. Cherry red flowers appear fron Spring through Summer. Great for individual planting, hedging or clipped into a formal shape. Bees love the flowers. Evergreen.

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aka Escallonia White

A cool plant suitable as a garden shrub or a good choice for a medium sized hedge. Attractive green leaves and small white flowers. Easily grown in a sunny spot with average soil condition

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aka Spindle Bush

Are you looking for a nice low bright green hedge plant that is easy to grow and clips and shapes well? If so then little "Emerald Gem" is the plant for you. The foliage remains small, dainty and glossy. Tolerant of just about any soil or planting position.

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aka Common Beech

The quintessential hedge for traditional English or formal gardens. Soft undulating green foliage that turns reddish brown in autumn and holds on to the tree almost until the new foliage emerges in spring. Smooth grey bark. If left untrimmed forms a large pyramidal tree. Deciduous.

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aka Pineapple Guava

Vigorous growing variety which ripens in autumn around April-May. Rough skinned fruit which are large, aromatic and very sweet. Partially self-fertile but cross pollination is essential for large fruit so plant with a companion for best results. Evergreen.

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aka Pineapple Guava

Well it's called 'Mammoth' for a reason - bumper crops of oblong shaped fruit that are full of flavour, ready to eat around May. Great for cooking and fresh eating, also makes a nice chutney. Plant with another Feijoa for best results. Prefers a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.

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aka Pineapple Guava

This smooth skinned variety of Feijoa also has smooth juicy flesh with a rich flavour. Pounamu has a high fruit yield and is ready early in the season around the end of March. Plant in a sunny well drained position preferably with another Feijoa for company. Evergreen.

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aka Pineapple Guava

'Unique' is a reliable Feijoa that is self-fertile and produces abundant crops of delicious medium to large oval fruit. The skin is smooth along with the pulp and the flavour carries a hint of pineapple. Starts to fruit from a young age. Happy in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen. PVR.

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Double, creamy white blooms with an exotic heady fragrance sit beautifully against the glossy green foliage of this desirable little shrub. Flowers for a long period. Loves humus rich soil and a sheltered frost free position. Feed regularly for top results. Evergreen.

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aka Cape Jasmine

The heady perfume of this deliciously fragrant evergreen shrub makes it a winner for planting near a window or doorway. Bright glossy dark green leaves, pure white double rosettes of fragrance in early summer. Plant in a warm, frost free position. Feed regularly for best results.

Gardenias will grow happily in a pot as long as they are fed and watered regularly. They are gross feeders and respond well to regular liquid feeding. They can take a little sun but in NZ they are best protected from the hot afternoon sun.

Bred by Jack Hobbs from the Auckland Botanical Gardens this is a tolerant little Hebe with delightful bright pink flowers that smother the stems from early summer. Dainty small leaves that clip well - makes a tidy low hedge. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Very easy care. Evergreen.

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aka Bay Tree

This is a top 10 shrub which not only looks good it tastes good as well! The leathery dark green foliage is highly aromatic and popular for cooking. This same foliage clips extremely well making the 'Bay' perfect for hedging and topiary work. Easy to grow. Evergreen.

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aka Bay Tree

Bay Tree. With a tight, compact habit it looks good with its dark green, aromatic foliage for hedging, a low maintenance topiary in the garden or as a feature in a container. Prefers moist, fertile, well drained soil and will tolerate sun to partial shade. Evergreen. Edible leaves.

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aka English Lavender

Lavandula. An 'English' type Lavender with deliciously aromatic foliage and flowers. The grey leaves are off set by dark purple flower heads that appear from summer through to early autumn. Makes a lovely hedge. Trims well (after flowering). Plant in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen

After trimming your Lavender dry the flower heads to use for potpourri. Top tip - put dried Lavender in the vacuum cleaner bag to perfume your whole home and keep the vacuum smelling sweet.

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aka French Lavender

Lavandula Hybrid. A popular Lavender that produces an abundance of long stemmed, dark lavender flower heads through-out the summer. These are used commercially for dried flowers and oil production. Just lovely in the garden and will help attract bees. Well worth planting for the fragrance alone.

'Grosso' is probably one of the most deliciously fragrant of all the Lavenders available to gardeners' today. Evergreen.

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aka Spanish Lavender

One of the most popular Lavenders sold in NZ and there's a good reason for that. The plump purple flower heads appear in abundance from early spring through to late summer. It performs well, looks good and clips well. Happiest in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen.

Use for low hedges, container planting, topiary work or just plant amongst your other treasures in the mixed border. A great little Mediterranean lavender that seldom disappoints.

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aka Curly Leaf Ligustrum

A designer's delight. The unique, undulating dark green leaves of this evergreen shrub are thick and leathery and add architectural interest to any planting scheme. Use as a feature plant in the garden or a special container. Hardy, compact and easy care. Evergreen.

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aka Box Honeysuckle

Bushy evergreen shrub with tiny oval deep green leaves. Small creamy white fragrant flowers in summer. Often used as a faster growing Box substitute. Ideal for topiary work and very effective for hedging. Fast growing and hardy.

If you want to quickly establish a nice compact low hedge then this is the plant for you. Lonicera needs a little more clipping than Box but it is very easy to maintain. When used for hedging or topiary then the flowers and fruit will be non existent.

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aka Fringe Flower

An attractive and easy care shrub with arching branches of deep burgundy wine foliage. In spring and summer dark pink 'fringed' flowers appear and these carry a pleasant fragrance. Easy to grow in sun or part shade, prefers well drained soil. Provides a nice contrast to green. Evergreen.

AKA 'The Fringe Flower' Loropetalum is in the same family as 'Witch Hazel'. It has quite a broad habit but responds well to trimming if you wish the shrub to have a more rounded shape.

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aka Fringe Flower

An interesting shrub with neat oval leaves that are shaded in tones of burgundy and deep green. The shaggy bright pink 'fringed' flower heads appear in spring. The growth habit is slightly lax and pendulous. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Prefers a slightly acid soil. Evergreen.

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aka Fringe Flower

This medium sized bushy shrub has light green foliage that matures to a darker green. Spidery blooms of creamy white cover the tree in spring and give and overall delicate beauty. Pendulous arching growth habit. Grow in a sunny spot in well drained fertile soil for best results. Evergreen

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aka Fringe Flower

Fringe Flower. Add some contrast to planting schemes with this easy to grow, evergreen shrub that has beautiful maroon-purple foliage that deepens in tone during the colder months. Fragrant, 'fringed' deep pink flowers in spring and summer. Sun to part shade.

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aka Fringe Flower

Well you will be 'plum delighted' with this fabulous foliage shrub that looks good all year round. The neat oval leaves are a rich bronze maroon shade, in spring shaggy bright pink flowers start to appear and decorate the somewhat pendulous branches. Grow in the sun or part shade. Evergreen.

AKA 'The Fringe Flower' Loropetalum is in the same family as 'Witch Hazel'. It has quite a broad habit but responds well to trimming if you wish the shrub to have a more rounded shape.

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A versatile evergreen shrub that will clip to any shape or look great left unclipped. Upright form with dark burgundy foliage and bright cerise pink flowers Autumn Spring Summer. Trim regularly to encourage repeat flowering.

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Bred by in NZ by Mark Jury. A beautiful, easy to grow Michelia with dainty spring flowers which are delightfully fragrant and coloured an unusual lilac pink. The dark green foliage always looks good and is disease resistant. Happy in the sun or part shade.

I put 6 of these in my front garden a year ago and they have done remarkably well and seem quite robust. I intend to trim them up to make a standard shape but they do equally well left as a bush or used as a hedge.

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Bred in NZ by Mark Jury this beautiful small tree is easy to grow in sun or part shade. Pure cream flowers with a wonderful fresh fragrance appear for a long period during spring. Bright green fresh foliage looks good all year round. Can be clipped too if you wish to use for hedging.

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Bred in NZ by Mark Jury this beautiful small tree is easy to grow in sun or part shade. Pure white, fragrant flowers open from velvet brown buds in winter. Fresh foliage looks good all year round. Prefers acid soil.

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aka Port Wine Magnolia

Port Wine Magnolia. The dark wine-red blooms of this adaptable evergreen shrub are a little shy, hiding amongst the glossy green foliage. You'll definitely know they're there when you become intoxicated by the powerful fruity fragrance. Plant in sun or part shade with acid soil for best results.

A top choice for a well-behaved and fragrant hedge.

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aka Michelia

A relatively new introduction which is sure to be a winner amongst the gardening fraternity. Glossy leathery rounded foliage which always looks neat and tidy. Fuzzy brown flower buds which open to beautifully scented cream flowers in early spring. Will grow well in a container. Evergreen.

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aka Michelia

The strong leathery foliage is complemented in spring by brown furry buds which open to cream cup shaped flowers. Long flowering season and high plant health. Useful as a specimen, can be planted as a hedge or alternatively try in a container.

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A lovely tree with dark-green leaves that densely cover this pyramidal-growing tree. During spring, bears pink, tulip-shaped flowers. Healthy, easy grower which retains its leaves well. It can be stunning as a stand alone tree, group planted, pleached or used as a tall hedge.

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aka Michelia

A relatively new introduction that has quickly become a firm favourite. The strong leathery foliage is complemented in spring by brown furry buds which open to highly fragrant cream cup shaped flowers. Useful as a specimen, can be planted as a hedge or alternatively try in a container.

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Imagine a tall evergreen shrub with a profusion of brown velvety buds that open to creamy-white scented flowers. You’re bound to feel warm and fuzzy every time you pass it! We would compare the dense habit of this variety to of some of our most favorite Camellias. Perfect for hedging, why would anyone be satisfied with just one?

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aka Michelia

An evergreen tree thats a real winner. Glossy green leathery foliage which always looks tidy. Clips well should you wish to consider using for topiary or hedging. Velvety brown buds open to the most deliciously scented little cream flowers in early spring. Easy to grow.

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aka Chilean Guava Syn Ugni Molinae

AKA as Chilean Guava or NZ Cranberry. A reliable little shrub with tight small leaves in an attractive bronze green shade. Little white flowers in spring are followed by fragrant edible berries. Easy to grow, clips well so can be used for topiary or hedging. Evergreen.

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aka Dwarf Heavenly Bamboo

An interesting foliage plant that forms a small compact rounded bush. The leaves which are often crinkled are lime green changing to shades of purple, crimson and orange through winter. Grows with very little fuss and is very tolerant. Looks best group planted in a sunny spot. Evergreen.

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aka Flax

Native Little 'Jack Spratt' will not get fat as it is a delightful dwarf flax with narrow upright bronze-red leaves. Looks particularly good group planted. Tough and hardy and quite well groomed. Plant in sun or part shade. Evergreen.

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Bred in NZ, this popular hedging plant has deep red new growth for long periods in spring. The leaves gradually turn a deep glossy green. Tough and easy to grow. Perfect as a back-ground plant as well as a hedge. Evergreen.