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What could be more architectural than a Cabbage Tree? Perhaps the only competitor would be our NZ Flaxes (Phormiums) which are available in small, medium and large with a wide colour palette. These cannot be beaten for toughness and adaptability and are simply fabulous planted en masse. Can you imagine New Zealand without Kowhai trees (Sophora) driping with bright yellow bells in summer and being squabbled over by noisy Tui's? Did you know that some Kowhai plants only reach 1m and are therefore ideal for smaller gardens or container growing? And what about our own unique Christmas Tree, the Pohutakawa (Metrosideros) which is so easy and rewarding to grow in frost free areas.
You won't get a better ground cover for difficult sites than our native Coprosma varieties. Then there are native "grasses" for mass planting and Hebes for adding year round colour. Corokias and Pittosporums for hedging, windbreaks, or no nonsense background foliage fillers. Did you know that the shy Pittosporum flowers have an exquisite perfume? Pseudopanax offer unique foliage form and colour and are ideal for adding height. In garden design our native plants can stand alone or combine superbly with exotic imports to provide a rich tapestry.
For best results plant Native plants in early spring in a well considered position as, just like us, they resent being moved unnecessarily. Other than that most natives are extremely easy and rewarding to grow.
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A stunning native cultivar that originates from the Chatham Islands. Strong broad swords of arching foliage toned a sensuous metallic silver. Use in groups for a bold dramatic statement. Tolerant of sun or part shade but hates "wet feet". Looks fabulous in a container. Hardy and evergreen.
Habit: Clump forming
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 1.5m
Astelia Silver Spear
Current Stock Height: 20 cm
Container: 1.3l ?
$16.99
Native. Large tree fern with black-stalked leaves to 5m long. It produces a distinctive, tall, black trunk topped with a pale green umbrella-like canopy. Prefers plenty of moisture, mulch, shelter from the wind and protection from frost when young. Full to semi-shade. Evergreen.
Prefers a moist but well drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Water regularly during hot periods
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 4m x 2m
Cyathea Medullaris
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 5l ?
$26.99
Cyathea Medullaris
New stock arriving shortly. Pre-order now. Estimated price $44.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
This NZ native can reach over 60m when fully mature but that takes quite some time, our height is for 10 year growth. Juvenile trees have fine drooping bronze 'needles' which eventually change to a green, more a flattened leaf. Produces berries which are loved by birds. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 7m x 4m
Dacrycarpus Dacrydioides(Kahikatea)
Current Stock Height: 200/240 cm ?
Container: 35l ?
$209.99
Dacrycarpus Dacrydioides(Kahikatea)
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Dacrycarpus Dacrydioides(Kahikatea)
Current Stock Height: 85 cm
Container: 5l ?
$26.99
Native. An evergreen perennial with green sword-like leaves. Ideal for both shade and open conditions. It likes a well drained fertile soil. Panicles of white flowers around in early summer. Ideal for mass planting. Hardy
Habit: Clump forming
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 80cm x 80cm
Libertia Grasshopper
Current Stock Height: 20 cm
Container: 1.3l ?
$15.99
Native. A lovely little shrub with aromatic foliage that is lime green-yellow in spring-summer and tones of red and deep purple through winter. Easy to grow in sun or part shade, hardy. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 100cm x 100cm
Pseudowintera Burgundy Delight
Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm ?
Container: 5l ?
$44.99
Pseudowintera Burgundy Delight
Current Stock Height: 20 cm
Container: 1.2l ?
$19.99
The Queen Palm is frost hardy, able to tolerate windy sites. Thrives in coastal regions, withstanding salt-laden wind. Its fast growing and is especially responsive to nitrogenous fert. The classic feather shaped frond falling from a magnificent crown makes this palm very attractive and sought after.
Habit: Arching
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Current Stock Height: 90/110 cm ?
Container: 3.3l ?
$39.99
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