CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Sticky Wattle

Sticky Wattle. Usually a ground cover but presented here as a topiary standard transforming it into a beautiful designer plant. Fast growing with graceful weeping branches. Tolerates most soil conditions as long as its well drained. Fragrant pale yellow flowers. Evergreen.

H 1.5m in 10 years.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Japanese Maple

Very small maple that comes out a bright red in spring. One of the slowest growing maples. Warm summer weather turns the older leaves to dark green while the ever present new growth on the tips tends to stay bright red. Autumn colour is especially nice for a dwarf. Deciduous

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Japanese Maple

Very small maple that comes out a bright red in spring. One of the slowest growing maples. Warm summer weather turns the older leaves to dark green while the ever present new growth on the tips tends to stay bright red. Autumn colour is especially nice for a dwarf. Deciduous

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Autumn Blaze

A hybrid maple with oval form and brilliant red-orange autumn colour. Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Known for brilliant autumn foliage colour. Leaves turn bright red in autumn providing a beautiful contrast to other green plants, can tolerate moderate winds. Traditional maple shaped leaves. Deciduous.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Canadian Maple

Rubrum. This upright Canadian Maple eventually grows into a tall tree with a narrow columnar habit. In autumn the leaves turn yellow with splashes of red on the margins. Excellent specimen or avenue tree. Protect from strong prevailing winds. Deciduous.

Give it room to grow and will reward you well. Prefers the sun and deep acid soil but reasonably tolerant and very hardy.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Lily of the Nile

Dwarf. Ultra-miniature agapanthus growing to only 10 cm high which features classic pure white double blooms which appear above the foliage all summer and reaching just 20 cm in height. Great border plant, suitable for containers. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Kauri

NZ's iconic native conifer. Slow growing but well worth the wait for the tree to mature into its stately form. When juvenile the foliage tends to have copper bronze tones but as the tree ages green is the more dominant colour. Protect from frost when young. One to plant for your grand children! Evergreen

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Almond

Nut. I guess the name says it all - a self fertile Almond that is highly recommended for home orchards. Produces heavy crops of soft-shell nuts with a sweet flavour. Suitable for Northern districts as requires less winter chill than other varieties. Plant in a sheltered position. Deciduous.

Almonds blossom in late winter around about August and for this reason it is good to plant them in a sheltered position where the blossom won't get damaged by strong winds or heavy frost. This variety will grow in warmer climates.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Dwarf Almond

Nut. A highly ornamental yet productive dwarf form of the edible almond. Beautiful soft pink spring blossoms followed by medium sized sweet nuts enclosed in soft, well-sealed, fuzzy shells. Self fertile form but would probably do better with a partner. Plant in a sunny sheltered spot. Deciduous.

'Garden Prince' is suitable for container growing. This variety is well suited for dryer northern areas of the country as well as all other regions of NZ.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Almond

Nut. For those of you who want to 'grow' a little nuts this Almond is an excellent choice. Regular and reliable bearer of strongly flavored nuts. Good disease resistance and self fertile, a good pollinator for most other varieties. Happiest in a sunny position away from harsh winds. Deciduous.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Jointed Rush or Oioi

Wetland. A NZ (Oioi) Reed with fine grey-green needles of foliage with brown markings at intervals along the length of the leaves. Forms a large clump. Grows in water or in damp ground. Tolerates salty water. Very decorative in a pot and useful for floral work. Tough as. Evergreen.

May be toxic to animals.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Wineberry or Makomako

Native-Wine Berry-Makomako Serrated green leaves with purple tones to the under-side, clusters of pink flowers in spring which are followed by juicy black berries that birds love. Grows happily in the sun in most soils as long as they are not too dry. Tolerates light frost. Semi-evergreen.

Berries will only occur on the female tree if pollination occurs. The Wine-Berry has separate male and female trees.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Asparagus Pacific Challenger

Bred in NZ Pacific Challenger produces an all green spear. Early to mid season variety. Easy to grow but they do need a dedicated sunny spot with good drainage to mature and multiply. Plant crowns in trenches that have been back filled with mulch or compost. Perennial.

Yummy Asparagus packed full of vitamins and a very welcome early spring vegetable. This clonal hybrid has tolerance of phytophthora rot. Freight on this item is up to 4 packets for $8.50

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Asparagus

This is a high yielding variety that produces a early to mid season crop. Bred in NZ to thrive in our climate, Pacific Endeavour produces mid to large spears that are green with a slight purple blush at the base. Plant at a depth of 10-15 cm. Deciduous.

Freight on this item is up to 4 packets for $8.50

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Prostrate Banksia

Dwarf prostrate/spreading groundcover with dusky-red flower heads. New leaf growth has a lovely rust colour. Likes light to medium well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Drought and frost tolerant once established. Great option for coastal or embankment planting and containers. Slow growing. Evergreen.

A medium to large shrub that produces long spikes of golden yellow flowers Winter to Spring. As the plant ages the flowers become more prominent making a stunning display. Likes full sun, well drained soil. Used for bring the birds into the garden and will also thrive in coastal conditions. Evergreen.

Once established they are drought tolerant and frost hardier.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Heath-leaved Banksia

Heath Banksia Bushy large shrub with large golden brown flowers in Autumn-Winter which attracts nectar feeding birds. Ideally suited to an open sunny situation. Adaptable to many soil types. Responds well to pruning to maintain shape and size.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

A medium to tall shrub with exceptionally long flowers spikes up to 40cm long. Flowers are deep orange and appear from Autumn-Winter. An adaptable shrub ideal for nectar eating birds. Suit moderately well drained sites in the sun.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

A Banksia ericafolia hybrid with erect growth habit. Flower buds are lemon yellow opening to orange gold flowers. Flower cones up to 30cm long. Flowers from spring to early summer. Bird attracting. Suited to most well draining soils. Evergreen

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka River Rose

A dwarf plant suitable for rockeriesand patio containers. Foliage turns a plum colour in winter to contrast with the white flowers which appear in spring. Adaptable to most free draining soils in either full or partial sun. Evergreen

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Coffee Scented Brunia, Coffee Bush

Brunia Albiflora is a tall, slender, single-stemmed but well-branched shrub, reaching 2-3m in height. The long, slender branches are densely leafy, with beautiful dark green foliage that resembles a pine tree, but is much softer. The leaves are 10-14 mm long and narrow.

The flowers are tiny, and are crowded into tight spherical knob-like inflorescences that are clustered into flat, rounded heads. Perennial

aka Button Bush

A tall, upright shrub with long, slender branches that are densely leafy, with beautiful dark green foliage that resembles a pine tree, but is much softer. The pink flowers are tiny, and are crowded into tight spherical knob-like inflorescences that are clustered into flat, rounded heads. Perennial.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Bottlebrush

Bottlebrush. Violet bottlebrush flowers early summer, slim green (Bottle brush) lemon scented leaves, wind/ drought tolerant plants, 4m

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Sedge

Attractive NZ native grass that forms a clump of tussock-like foliage. The leaves are a dark bronze purple. Upright and graceful, looks fabulous planted in large drifts. Hardy to just about any conditions but happiest in a sunny position that does not dry out completely in summer. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Hair Sedge

Native Hair Sedge.. The name Comans means "luxuriant head of hair" and this native Tussock Grass certainly has a fine head of green needle foliage. Tolerant of just about any conditions including coastal. Quickly forms a clump and is invaluable for adding texture to the garden. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Tussock, NZ Sedge

This native 'grass' is really tough and hardy tolerating cold winds and almost any soil. The brick-orange foliage looks very graceful as it waves and dances in the wind. Ideal for planting in large drifts. If the clumps become a little untidy just chop back hard for renewed vigour. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Sour Cherry

Sour Cherry. A naturally dwarf, fruiting Cherry tree that produces bright red, sharp tasting fruit in summer. The fruit are ideal for culinary purposes especially Cherry Pie! Plant in a sunny well drained spot for best results. Can be container grown. Self fertile. Deciduous.

Cherry Information Page NB Your Griotella Cherry will take approximately 2 years to start cropping with maximum production beginning 5 years after planting.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Sweet Cherry

Sweet Cherry. This heritage variety of Cherry is one of the largest and juciest with firm dark red fruit that are sweet and delicious. Good resistance to skin splitting and a reliable producer. Fruits in warmer areas of New Zealand, ripening Mid-late season (January). Self fertile. Deciduous.

Cherry Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Rock Rose

A fabulous shrub for hot, dry or coastal conditions. The coarse green foliage and large papery white flowers with their bright yellow centres make a real show from spring through to summer. Benefits from a trim after flowering and protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Rock Rose

Rock Rose. Makes a 'Brilliant' show in summer when the aromatic foliage is smothered with rich rosy pink flowers with deep maroon markings and yellow centers. Hardy to most conditions. Great for hot dry spots. Very reliable. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Rock Rose

Rock Rose. A lovely little shrub for a sunny border or bank. The grey-green foliage is aromatic and has open faced blooms of pure white, with a crimson blotch and yellow centre making a very showy display in late spring. Prefers well drained soil, can tolerate drought once established. Evergreen.

Cistus should be trimmed lightly after flowering. They prefer a light soil and don't need a lot of feeding.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

The Codling Moth Pheromone Trap lures male moths, preventing female moths from being fertilized. Effective at trapping codling moths for 3-5 average sized apple or pear trees within a 15 metre radius for a whole season.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Refill kit for the Codling Moth Pheromone Trap. Contains 2 monitoring lures and 2 sticky glue boards.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Native. This quick growing coprosma creates a mat of rich green foliage. It is easily grown in a sunny position and make an excellent groundcover for banks. Tolerates most soil types, including coastal and exposed sites. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Karamu

Native. Commonly known as Karamu this evergreen native shrub has small dark green leaves with pale under-sides. Insignificant pale green flowers are followed by small orange berries that birds love. Easy to grow in sun or part shade with protection from harsh frost. Trim regularly to keep tidy.

Early Maori used Karamu as a food source and of course native birds love the berries. Believe it or not Coprosma are in the same family as the coffee plant but we wouldn't recommend substituting Karamu for your favourite brew!

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Cabbage Tree

Native. A compact, broad leafed form which branches from an early age to form a neat, multi-stemmed plant. The foliage is a fresh clear green. As it does not grow taller than 2.5m it is ideal in a small courtyard or as a specimen in a large container. Sun or part shade. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Cabbage Tree

Native. This form of the New Zealand cabbage tree has a lovely deep purple leaf with a hint of pink in the centre. Makes a dramatic statement in any planting scheme or simply stunning in a container. Tolerant of most conditions and easy to grow. Evergreen. PVR 1894.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Dogwood

An extremely popular 'Dogwood' and deservedly so. A reliable performer in most climates. Handles the heat well compared to others in the family. Large showy white bracts appear in spring followed by fresh green summer foliage that turns scarlet and orange in autumn prior to leaf fall. Est.10yr.growth.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Korokio

Native. A tough, hardy shrub discovered by the late Mike Geenty in the Waikato. A top plant for hedging or background planting. Attractive olive-green leaves, small yellow flowers in spring followed by red berries that birds love. Tolerates regular trimming. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Italian Cypress Aka Pencil Pine

A useful, upright, slender conifer that can be used to create vertical accents in planting schemes or containers. Dark green thread-like foliage that forms a column and tapers to a point. Must have good drainage and likes deeply worked soil and a sunny spot. Initially slow growing. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Kahikatea or White Pine

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka White Daphne or Daphne odora

This very desirable Daphne has glossy green leathery foliage and tight clusters of creamy white blooms with a gorgeous fragrance. The blooms appear in late winter. Plant in semi-shade in nice rich soil, avoid Lime.

Your Daphne will do well if you avoid root disturbance. They generally prefer semi-shade and cool lime free soil with good drainage. If you do not have just the right spot in the garden plant one in a container and place where you will enjoy the delicious perfume.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Pink Daphne or Daphne odora

Pink Daphne. The popular upright Daphne having clusters of white to pink blooms with typical heady fragrance that Daphne is renowned for. Attractive dark green foliage that offsets the flowers. Suits a dappled light spot. Evergreen. H1m.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Erica melanthera is a compact, bushy, shrub with bright green, small, needle-like leaves and purple/pink flowers that inundate the plant in autumn and winter. Prefers a sunny spot in the garden and well drained acid soil. Avoid Lime. Trim after flowering to maintain shape. Evergreen.

When all else is dormant, the Ericas come out to dazzle us.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

A tall shrub or small tree that's vigorous with long golden orange/brown toothbrush like flowers that bloom for a long time. Autumn - Spring. Suitable for warmer climates with free draining soil in full sun. Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and size. Good for attracting birds to the garden.

Cut back well each year after flowering to maintain shape and size.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Grevillea

Evergreen shrub with bright red flowers and glossy green foliage. Ideal for attracting birds into the garden. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Light pruning will help to maintain the shape of the shrub. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Grevillea

New standard form of this evergreen shrub with bright red flowers and glossy green foliage. Ideal for attracting birds into the garden. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Light pruning will help to maintain the shape of the shrub. Evergreen. PVR.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

One of the most popular of all grevilleas due to its compact growth habit, all year round flowering of spectacular deep red flowers and no fuss nature. It makes a great feature shrub that is adaptable to a very wide range of soil types and climatic conditions. Trim off the spent flower heads. Likes sun, well drained soil and protection from frost. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Grevillea

A hybrid Grevillea from Australia that forms a broad upright bush. Deeply divided foliage, dark green on top, silvery underneath. Racemes of salmon pink flowers that birds and the bees love appear nearly all year round. Likes a sunny well drained spot with protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.

Grevilleas will grow quite happily in quite poor soil. They should not be over-fed and in fact thrive on a little bit of neglect. They are particularly intolerant of fertilizer with too much phosphorous and they don't like chicken manure either. If in doubt leave it out.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Kapuka

Native. A selected form of the ever popular Griselinia. Gorgeous, broad, glossy green foliage with attractive wavy margins. Ideal background shrub but at its best when used as a hedge. Tolerant of just about any planting conditions including coastal. Very tidy and well groomed. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Witch Hazel

An interesting neat, upright, shrub that produces fragrant red blooms in late winter. The flowers are characterized by their shaggy spider like form. Plant in sun or part shade in rich soil that does not dry out in summer. Deciduous.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

This hellebore is just stunning, with masses of deep burgundy red flowers on red stems from winter through to mid spring. This is the first red hellebore with dark green marbled leaves. Forms a compact clump. Plant in full to part shade. Prefers well drained soil. Evergreen. Perennial. PVR.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

Flowering in winter to early spring, Elemental brings a touch of pink to the garden in the cold months. This beautiful variety has shades of dusty pink and cream in the large pendulous blooms. Helleborus thrive in partial shades for example under large trees

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Purple Lacebark

Native. An attractive, evergreen native tree. The green oval leaves have a serrated edge and purple underside. This is highlighted as the leaves rustle in the breeze. Perfumed, star shaped white flowers in summer. Easy to grow as long as protected from harsh frost. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Yellow variegated Lacebark

Native. An extremely attractive and graceful evergreen tree which is quick to establish and easy to grow. Fresh green and yellow variegated foliage all year round. In summer star shaped, honey scented white flowers appear en masse and almost smother the foliage with their display. Plant in sun or semi-shade. Evergreen

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Japanese Holly

A delightful little Holly that is ideal for hedging and topiary work. Small glossy green leaves and a neat and tidy habit. This female clone has little black berries that follow the insignificant flowers. A worthy substitute for Box. Happy in a sunny position in nice deep soil. Hardy.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Hollywood Juniper/Cloud tree

A fascinating and fabulous, designer conifer that is used extensively as a feature landscaping or container plant. The branches are graceful, arching and held at unusual angles giving a most interesting architectural affect. Bright green needle like foliage. Easy to grow. Evergreen.

This Conifer is commonly known as the 'Hollywood' Juniper - definitely a star in any planting scheme.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Compact habit, high fragrance and free flowering. Radiant pink spring flowers sit just above the fragrant green foliage. An excellent choice for garden beds or containers. Easy care, dry tolerant; mix it up with other Fairy Wing lavenders to add a stunning display of spring colour. Evergreen

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Lavender. A compact and intense deep blue-purple variety that will be very striking in any ones garden or container on the deck. As a specimen or bulk planting it is a great attractant for the bees. With long lasting flowers they will tolerate cold and heat. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Spanish Lavender

Lavender. The Queen is crowned by vast quantities of dark pink flower spikes with unusually large 'wings' of paler pink which contrast nicely with her pretty grey-green foliage. This hardy variety tolerates both heat and cold and does equally well in garden beds, large pots and rockeries. Evergreen. Perennial

More tolerant of dry conditions than other varieties, but will still appreciate a good water during dry spells. Removing spent flower heads with prolong flowering.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Lavender. With lovely dusky pink flowers from late Winter right, through Summer they look stunning as a combination with its silvery-grey foliage. Can be used for hedging, in a cottage garden or lovely in a container. Prefers full sun and free draining soil. Evergreen

Hardy. drought tolerant and low maintenance. Prune to two-thirds

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Lavender. A stunning snow-white bush that has masses of snow-white flowers from late winter through summer. Its compact grey green foliage is aromatic and looks attractive all year round. While its hardy, drought tolerant and low maintenance it is great for bulk planting in a landscape or as a single in a container. Evergreen

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Citrus. NZ's most popular lemon and deservedly so. Very juicy and a really good cropper. Once established the tree will seldom be without a lemon. More tolerant of cold than many other lemons. Can you feel a Gin and Tonic coming on? Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.

All Citrus love being fed and watered regularly, especially if container grown. They respond quickly to a little pampering and will reward you for your efforts. When harvesting the fruit cut rather than pull off the tree. Citrus Information Pages

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Lemon

Citrus. 'Villa Franca' originates from Europe and produces large, sharp tasting, juicy lemons. A good choice for those who like a real zingy lemon flavour. Mostly thornless. This is an unusual and interesting form with variegated foliage and fruit. Evergreen.

Citrus Information Pages

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. An unusual form of our native Manuka (Tea Tree) which has a low semi-prostrate habit that makes it ideal for cascading over walls and banks. Can also be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. The foliage is tiny, narrow and pointed, the flowers are white with dark centres. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. A little compact evergreens shrub with single pale pink flowers from autumn through to winter. The foliage is small and pointed and coloured a bronze green tone. Easy to grow in a sunny spot.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Manuka or Tea Tree

A lovely little form of Tea Tree that has masses of flowers in spring through to autumn in tones of pink and dark pink. The small stiff leaves are in bronze green tones set on cascading branches making this a most attractive plant to tumble over banks and walls. Loves the sun. Hardy and evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. An unusual form of our native Manuka (Tea Tree) which has a low semi-prostrate habit that makes it ideal for cascading over walls and banks. Can also be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. The foliage is tiny, narrow and pointed, the flowers are in tones of rose red and pink. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. Call it Tea Tree or call it Manuka or even by its botanical name of Leptospermum this ubiquitous native tree is a familar site in our landscape. The scented white flowers that appear in summer attract bees that produce delicious honey. Will grow almost anywhere. Evergreen.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. Tea Tree AKA Manuka. Delightful evergreen shrub with a free flowering and compact habit. Double red flowers appear in spring and in autumn offset by dainty bronze foliage. Easy to grow in a sunny spot and quite hardy. Bred by Jack Hobbs from the Botanic Gardens in Manurewa, Auckland.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

An outstanding variety of Leucadendron with large rich yellow /red bracts and a compact bushy habit. Great for floral work. Happiest in a sunny, well drained position with acid soil and protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.

Avoid fertilisers but will respond well to compost or peat.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

CLICK TO ENLARGE

A compact little shrub that brings welcome colour to the winter garden. The erect branches are topped off with bright red star shaped flower bracts in winter. Great for picking. Happiest in well drained acid soil with protection from harsh frost. Evergreen. PVR SHM128.

Avoid fertilisers but will respond well to compost or peat.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Pincushion Protea

Produces long stems of salmon red flowers that are excellent for picking from Spring into Summer. Florist love them. A dense bush that can be kept compact through picking and pruning. Likes full sun and good drainage. Evergreen

Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Pincushion Protea

A small low growing rounded shrub with deep red flowers in Oct/Nov. The flowers are suitable for picking. Prefers sunny situation in a well drained soil. Protect from frost while young.

Information Page

A prostrate plant more suited for low plantings. Good for banks, rockeries and ground covers as they have trailing branches with yellow flowers turning orange then red with all colours seen on the plant at once. Hardy to coastal conditions and drought once established. Evergreen.

Will tolerate poor soil as long as its free draining.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Pincushion Protea

Erect semi spreading shrub . Plant in an open sunny situation in a moist deep free draining acidic soil. Long stems of gold flowers are useful for picking .Prune back well once flowering has finished to enhance future flowering next year.

Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Sweet Gum

An Australian variety noted for its smoothness of bark and brilliant autumn tonings. A beautiful specimen or feature tree that provides a blaze of colour in autumn! The dense green summer foliage turns to tones of yellow orange and red before leaf fall. Nice pyramidal shape. Plant in deep fertile soil. Deciduous.

'Festerii' is a particularly handsome specimen tree that needs space to develop and show off. Plant in deep fertile soil.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Sweet Gum

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. Grafted on to a standard that forms a characterful 'corky' trunk. Deciduous.

Plant your Liquidambar in deeply worked soil that does not completely dry out in summer.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Sweet Gum

Seedless Sweet Gum. A slightly different form of Liquidambar with lobed leaves that have rounded edges. Green in spring-summer with lovely fiery autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Natural pyramidal shape. Makes a very handsome specimen tree for those that have space to allow it to develop. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.

Liquidambar rotundiloba is a sterile cultivar and therefore is seedless.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Magnolia

Raised in NZ by Mark Jury this stunning Magnolia has large cup shaped blooms of an exceptionally dark ruby-red. Generous with bloom from a young age and a vigorous grower. Plant in a sunny sheltered position in acid soil.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Magnolia

Sumptuous sculptured blooms that are large and rounded. The outer petals are reddish-purple in tone complementing the inner petals which are blushed white. Prolific bloomer in mid spring. Plant in a sheltered spot in acid soil for best results. PVR. Est.10yr.growth.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Magnolia

With large, sumptuous, cupped blooms of rich cerise purple 'Cleopatra' is certainly a beauty to behold. Bred in NZ this relatively small tree blooms from a young age and is stunning in full flower. Plant with protection from wind in acid soil. PVR 2013. Est.10yr. growth.

Vance Hooper who bred this tree proudly received the 'Best New Tree' Award at Essen, Germany in 2012.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Magnolia

This magnificent Magnolia hybrid was bred in NZ by Mark Jury and named to honor his father Felix Jury. The magenta pink flowers are HUGE and appear from early spring. Quite a sight in full flower. Plant in a sheltered spot in well drained acid soil for best results.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Magnolia

If you have wished for an easy to grow, beautiful, small tree then let 'Genie' work her magic. Bred in NZ and an International Award winner 'Genie' will present you with deep wine, fragrant, globular blooms from a young age. Narrow upright habit. Est.10yr.growth.

'Genie' will grow best in a sheltered sunny spot with acid soil.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Magnolia

Another drop dead gorgeous hybrid from the Jury breeding programme. Large rounded goblet shaped blooms in a soft shade of honey yellow. The petals are of good substance and the flowers appear early spring on bare branches. Plant in a sheltered position.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Laurel Magnolia

Grandiflora. This tree is definitely in my top 10! Always looks good, tolerates just about any conditions. Glossy green leaves accented with a bronze under felt, large creamy white blooms that are softly fragrant. Wonderful as a single specimen or as an avenue planting.

aka Semi-Weeping Crabapple

Bred in Queenstown. White flowers in spring followed by masses of small golden fruit in autumn. A red blush develops as fruit mature in winter. Semi-weeping branches on a centre leader tree. Hardy.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Bechtel Crab

Bechtel Crab. This highly ornamental small tree is a firm favourite here at Wairere. Large, double, frilly pink, fragrant blossom decorates the tree in late spring. The summer foliage is a soft sage green and also very decorative. Plant in a sunny spot in well drained soil. Deciduous

This Crabapple does have fruit after flowering - it is small and light yellow and rarely produced in noticeable quantities. It's all about the blossom which is truly beautiful.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Crabapple. In spring crimson buds open to dark purple/red flowers. The foliage emerges a deep red/purple and turns green in summer. In autumn the foliage turns orange. The tree has an upright spreading habit and when mature is an oval shape. Deciduous.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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?

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Chinese Sacred Bamboo

This highly decorative form of the Chinese welcome bush is valued for the wonderful autumn foliage colour which intensifies to a brilliant red in winter. Though 'Gulfstream' is easy care and hardy the plant will appreciate some slow release fertilizer at the end of summer. Evergreen.

'Gulfstream' can be used as a low hedging plant with great success. It has a nice compact and well behaved habit. Equally at home in a container.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Asian Pear

Nashi - Beautiful Asian pear with bronzed round fruit with a mild flavour. The creamy flesh is low acid and therefore very sweet. Self-pollinates but will do better with a companion such as Kosui. Ripens around March. Nashi is the Japanese word for Pear. Deciduous.

Suitable to be grown throughout NZ. Flowers are susceptible to late frosts. Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Asian Pear

Whilst most Asian pears, or Nashi, have a golden-russet skin, this is the only widely-grown cultivar with a yellow-green skin. Slightly sweeter and juicier than the others, but less aromatic. Mid-season.Suitable to be grown throughout NZ. Flowers are susceptible to late frosts.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka aka Sanguine

A stunning peach with a dark wine coloured outer and inner. The rich, juicy, textured flesh is absolutely delicious. One of my favourites. If there are any left over after raiding the tree (which I doubt) they also bottle well. Low chill requirement so is suitable for most areas in NZ. Deciduous.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka aka Dble Sanguine/April White

Peach double. Blackboy aka Sanguine is a stunning peach with a dark wine coloured skin and flesh - juicy and delicious! April White has a large firm fruit with juicy white flesh blushed with pink. The tree crops towards April and has a high resistance to leaf curl. Deciduous

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Double Graft Peacherine/Peach. Peacharine is actually a Peach/Nectarine cross with the advantage of being 'fuzzless' and bringing you the best of both delicious fruits. Sweet and juicy yellow flesh - Peach Springcrest, A reliable variety that produces large almost 'fuzzless' fruit, sweet and juicy.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Double Graft Nectarine/Peach

Double Graft Peach/Nectarine. Peach Red Haven - Firm, yellow fleshed medium to large size fruit with an excellent flavour. Freestone. Nectarine Snow Queen- Pale skin flushed red and delicious creamy white firm flesh. Early maturing, large freestone fruit. Deciduous.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

This peach was selected and developed by Hort. Research and has large golden, cling-stone peaches that are similar to 'Golden Queen' but ripen a lot earlier, around January. The perfect peach for preserving if you have the time or just as good eaten straight off the tree. PVR. Deciduous.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

NZ's favourite peach. As the name suggests this is the Queen of peaches with firm, tasty, golden yellow flesh. Great for bottling or eating straight from the tree. Crops well, ripens in late February/March. Cling-stone. Low chill requirement so is suitable for most areas in NZ.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Yummy cling-stone peach with golden skin blushed with scarlet. The flesh is golden, juicy and delicious. Matures March to April. Popular as this cultivar has good resistance to leaf curl. Self fertile. Deciduous.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Heritage Peach

'Paragon' is a proven commercial and home garden variety that produces regular and reliable crops of extremely juicy Peaches that are ripe around February. The skin is deep yellow mottled with red when ripe and the yellow flesh is very sweet. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Cling-stone.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

An enduring favourite amongst horticulturists and home gardeners as it is such a "good doer". Firm, yellow fleshed medium to large size fruit with an excellent flavour. Bottles well. Shows high resistance to leaf curl. Freestone. Low chill requirement so is suitable for most areas in NZ. Deciduous.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

As you would expect from the name this Peach has bright red skin. The surprise is that the low acid flesh is white. Though low acid there is no compromise with flavour and this is one peach that tastes good even when firm. Usually ripe around February. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Deciduous.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Selected by NZ Horticultural Research this white fleshed peach is a prolific 'cropper' with good sized round, red blushed fruit. Sweet and juicy with very low acid. Clingstone. Deciduous. AKA Hortsummerwhite. PVR.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Sweet Perfection is a new yellow-fleshed peach variety with good flavour and colour, and, best of all, resistance to Peach Leaf Curl. Can be grown with minimal spraying, may be suitable for organic growing. Non-furry, creamy pink skin, usually with a red blushed area. Deciduous

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Heritage Peach

Heritage Peach. Very large fruit with sweet and juicy, white, free-stone flesh. Ready to eat from December. Good cropper and shows resistance to disease. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Low chill requirement so is suitable for most areas in NZ. Deciduous.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

This Peach originates from Korea and has very large fruit with skin that is burnished red over cream. The white flesh is crisp and crunchy with a sweet flavour with just a hint of acid. Shows good disease resistance. Freestone. Ripens quite late towards March. Deciduous.

Peach Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

A European pear AKA Kaiser. Quality large fruit that is just melt in your mouth delicious. Attractive warm cinnamon brown skin and a long tapered neck with flesh that is sweet and juicy. Matures late summer. Stores well. Grafted on to Quince for size control. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

NZ's most popular pear. Crops very well with delicious juicy fruit that are quite long and narrow in shape. The flesh is rich and aromatic with a slight pink tinge when ripe. Attractive, smooth khaki-green skin. Ripe around March. Self fertile, improve with pollinator. RHS AGM. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Double Graft Pear

Double Graft Pear. Doyenne du Comice- Top quality dessert pear. Green skin with white melting flesh that carrys a hint of cinnamon. Ready about late February. Beurre Bosc - Large long fruit with bronze-green skin and soft highly flavoured flesh that melts in your mouth. Ripe around February.

Pear and Nashi Information Page Double grafted to allow pollination within the same tree.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Double Graft Pear

Double graft pear. Doyenne du Comice- Top quality dessert pear. Green skin with white melting flesh that carrys a hint of cinnamon. Ready about late February. Winter Nelis- Green skin, rich buttery flavour. Good keeper. Matures around the end of March. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page Double grafted to allow pollination within the same tree.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

A delicious gourmet pear regarded by many as the pear with the finest flavour. Green skin blushed pink and white, melting, sweet, juicy flesh. A vigorous grower that will do best in a sunny sheltered position. Doyenne du Comice has been awarded an Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society. Deciduous.

This pear requires high winter chill hours to set fruit. Grafted on Pyrus Calleryana rootstock Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Dwarf Pear

Dwarf. This delicious Pear has green skin with soft russeting and sweet, smooth textured flesh. Ripe around February. Only grows to 3m which is considered dwarf for a pear so ideal small gardens. Plant in the sunny spot. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page Support with a permanent stake.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Heritage Pear

Heritage. Packhams triumph is a large irregular shaped pear with greenish-yellow skin. It has finely textured, white, sweet tasting flesh and is an excellent dessert and bottling pear. Ripens around March/April. Delicious and Deciduous

Pear and Nashi Information Page This pear was raised in 1896 by Mr Packham of Moolong, New South Wales and we've been growing and eating it ever since.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Small things do come in small parcels. Bite into this chubby little gourmet pear and you will have a flavour explosion of honey-sweet, very juicy flesh. Red-brown skin with prominent white dots. Upright tree. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka Pear

Small things do come in small parcels. Bite into this chubby little gourmet pear and you will have a flavour explosion of honey-sweet, very juicy flesh. Red-brown skin with prominent white dots. Grafted on to Quince rootstock to keep compact. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Taylor's Gold pears have large and full at the base with no neck and a thick stem. Smooth, uniform, cinnamon-coloured skin that may take on the occasional rose blush. A delicate aroma and creamy flesh that is juicy and very tender, Taylor’s Gold pears offer a rich, sweet flavour. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

A sweet and delicious pear which is popular for desserts and bottling. The pale green skin is soft yellow when fully ripe. Ready to eat from late January to February. This pear has an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

aka

A nice fat round pear with russeted skin. The flesh is creamy white, juicy and with a good rich flavour. Ripens towards autumn and stores extremely well. Can be preserved or used for juice. Happiest in a sunny sheltered spot however quite hardy and easy to grow. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

A very good late season pear that is an excellent keeper. Green skin with reddish russet patches. Fruit is small, the flesh buttery with a rich flavour. Prolific cropper. Deciduous.

Pear and Nashi Information Page

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Garden Peony. Large Double white flower. This delightful variety flowers late mid season. Blush-white of waxy texture with a faint pink centre and very narrow crimson edge to a few petals. Strongly scented but not sweet. Grows to a medium height and produces a fair amount of bloom with adequate stems and good foliage. Deciduous

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Peony. An old favourite for late spring display, large, colourful and fragrant blooms. Plants form an upright bush of dark green leaves, remaining attractive all season. This double-flowered selection has snowy white petals, shaded cream towards the base. Good strong stems, great fragrance. Deciduous

Bowl of Cream was awarded the Aps Gold Medal in 1981.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Peony. A simply gorgeous white peony with just the slightest hint of cream at the base. This is the florists choice for bridal arrangements. Compact short, no stamens or pollen and delivers 4 buds per stem. Plant in full sun where the frosts are thickest and you will be delighted year after year with its stunning display. Deciduous

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Garden Peony. Chippewa has absolutely stunning bright double red lactifloia held aloft bright red stems. These graceful blooms grow above deep green glossy foliage on long strong stems. Excellent cut flower. Excellent form. Bomb. Midseason.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Garden Peony. Among the first Peonies to bloom, with the large, semi double, bowl shaped blossoms, with elegantly ruffled petals, emerge intense coral with rose overtones before gradually fading to pale ivory. Slightly fragrant, they are borne on strong stems which do not require staking. Deciduous

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Garden Peony. Beautiful large velvety white fully double flowers. Slightly fragrant, flowers borne on strong stiff stems and complemented by outstanding green foliage. Compact habit, great for garden bed or cut flowers. Full sun, sheltered location, staking may be required. Perennial. Deciduous.

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Garden Peony. A magnificent fully double flower that is a black red. Garden Peonies are old favourites for late spring display, prized for their large, colourful and fragrant blooms. Plants form an upright bush of dark green leaves, remaining attractive all season. Late midseason flowers. Deciduous

CLICK TO ENLARGE

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.