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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. One to plant for your grand children! Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Horse Radish

Horseradish needs little or no attention in order to thrive. To keep the plant from looking ratty, however, water it once a week during dry spells and use a couple of inches of mulch around the plant to help conserve moisture. Horseradish sauce made from grated horseradish root and vinegar is a popular condiment. Keep harvested root refrigerated in plastic bag.

horseradish is a common ingredient in Bloody Mary cocktails and in cocktail sauce, and is used as a sauce or sandwich spread. Horseradish cream is a mixture of horseradish and sour cream and is served alongside au jus for a prime rib dinner.

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aka Wharawhara

A delightful classic Astelia except this one has attractive silvery lime like leaves that arch. Often seen growing in the crutches of trees makes this plants suitable for well drained to dry soil types or pot and tub culture. as it names suggest flowers are fragrant.

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Brilliant lavender blooms that are accented with darker purple freckles and stand out against its evergreen foliage. This is an Encore Azalea and so more sun tolerant than other azaleas. Bred for its cold hardiness and rounded growth habit. Beautiful in a pot, mass planted or as a border.

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Award winning evergreen with stunning double flowers in Spring. A neat grower with a fairly upright habit. Beautiful mauve flowers with brown spots in the throat. A hardy evergreen shrub that prefers Part sun part shade with slight acidic soil and is free draining.

Can be used in lightly shade borders and woodlands as well in a pot on the deck.

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aka Banana

Beautiful green foliage and is highly disease resistant. Flowers in autumn and harvest in spring. Tight bunches of delicious lady finger bananas, short and fat and very sweet. Easy to grow but frost tender depending on your location. Fast growing.

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Yummy. Large dark rich red mouth watering berry that is just delicious. A cross between boysenberry/loganberries. Thornless and a heavy cropper. Self-fertile. Pick fresh from the vine. Harvest when fruit turns dark red and are easy to remove. December-January. Deciduous.

As a bramble this plant forms a great screen and can be cut back the following winter. Trademarked under this name.

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aka Mexican Lily

A bold landscaping plant with cream and green arching variegated leaves up to 1m long that form a large clump. In spring a flower spike with dark pink bracts rises above the the foliage. Can be grown in sun or part shade. Drought tolerant once established. Best protected from frost. Evergreen. PVR.

This variety of Beschorneria is considered to more cold hardy than others. It will probably tolerate a light frost but will do better in a warm well drained spot with protection from harsh conditions. Suitable for a container and would certainly look quite dramatic in one.

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Rabbiteye Blueberry. Developed in conjunction with Plant and Food Research this variety has delicious large dark blue fruit that are ready to pick from around January. Suitable for the warmer districts of NZ. Plant in the sun, in rich acid soil with 'Blue Magic' or 'Tasty Blue'. Evergreen. PVR.

Blueberries taste best when left to ripen on the bush 7-10 days after turning blue. Trademarked under this name. It is important to remember that Blueberries fruit on the previous years wood and whilst they are self-fertile they will always do better with a companion.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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A large, firm blueberry that is ideal to grow in a container or in the garden. Can be used as a hedge or a stand alone specimen but 1 plant will never be enough. The leaves turn a stunning bronze tone in Autumn. Eat straight from the plant, add to smoothies, salads, baking or desserts. Deciduous.

Northern Highbush

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Rabbiteye variety. An excellent blueberry producing large clusters of medium sized berries from mid February to early April. Fruits on second year wood. Ideal for warm climates as they require low chill hours for bud initiation. Pollinate with another Rabbit eye variety. Evergreen.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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A 'Rabbit-eye' Blueberry that crops well with clusters of medium sized dark firm fruit with a great flavour. Ripe around February. Recommended for warmer districts. Pollinate with another Rabbiteye. Plant in a sunny position in acid soil that does not dry out in summer. Evergreen
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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Rabbiteye. Maru produces excellent crops of large dark blue fruit. Mature the berries well on the plant prior to picking, This is a good variety for Waikato North. Flowers in spring, fruit harvest toward the end of summer and displays gorgeous burgundy wine colours in autumn. Acid Soil. Deciduous.

Let fruit mature on the bush. To ensure the best flavour leave fruit on the bush for 7-10 days after turning blue.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

A new dwarf blueberry with beautiful foliage and dainty clusters of white bell flowers with pink under tones in mid-Spring. Followed by large, mildly sweet, deep coloured, juicy berries. Can be used in a pot or in the garden for all year round colour. Self-fertile. Semi-Evergreen.

A 3 year old plant can produce up to 1.8kg.

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Rabbiteye. An American variety that is suitable for warmer areas of NZ. The sweet berries are of a good size and high quality and produced in generous quantities between January and March. Plant in the sun, in rich acid soil. Best planted with 'Tifblue' or 'Centurion'. Deciduous.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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Rahi fruit quality is outstanding. Rabbiteye vairety so good for Waikato North. Vigorous upright habit. Autumn tones of burgundy wine. Harvest around February. Leave fruit on bush for 7-10 days after turning blue to ensure best flavour. Prefers acid Soil. Deciduous.

It is important to remember that Blueberries fruit on the previous years wood and whilst they are self-fertile they will always do better with a companion.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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Northern Highbush. Likes rich acid soil that doesn't completely dry out in summer. Self-fertile but will set fruit better with a companion - 'Dixi' or 'Blue Crop'. deciduous.

Northern Highbush Blueberries are suitable for cooler climates

A small compact habit and long arching branches. Pink-tinged white flowers are produced in spring followed by large, dark, juicy blueberries. Leaves make a fantastic display of burgundy wine tones in autumn. Great for brain, heart and skin health, bone strength and blood pressure. Semi-Evergreen.

Although self-fertile (no other blueberries are required for pollination), additional plants or planting with other Blueberries will increase volume of fruit.

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A rabbiteye variety developed in conjunction with Plant and Food Research. The berries are large, rounded, brilliant blue and very juicy. Ready to eat from early February. Plant in the sun in rich acid soil for best results. Happiest with a companion - 'Delite' or 'Powder Blue'. PVR. Evergreen.

It is important to remember that Blueberries fruit on the previous years wood and whilst they are self-fertile they will always do better with a companion.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

aka Box

A new variety that is slightly more upright in its growth than wider and more blight-resistant. With compact growth and year round fresh, glossy green foliage they make a great border or clipped hedge. Can be trimmed into a ball to make a statement piece or as a specimen in a container. Evergreen.

Prune late Winter-early Spring to encourage the fresh growth.

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aka Upright Box

'Graham Blandy' is an upright sort of chap who will always stand up tall and erect in the garden. With a natural columnar habit this Box is perfect for adding an exclamation point to planting schemes. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen.

Ideal for narrow spaces or group together to form a natural screen of green. Perhaps march along the side of a path or drive. A very useful plant for directional planting.

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aka Chinese Beauty Berry

A favourite amongst florists. The Chinese Beauty Berry is unique and beautiful when the slender branches are all dressed up with rich purple shiny berries from autumn through to winter. These are followed by soft downy sage green leaves. Prune after berries fall. Deciduous.

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aka Bottlebrush

Bottlebrush. Gorgeous blue-green toned mature foliage with new growth with silver coloured tones due to it's soft hairy texture. Better John Will start flowering mid spring and finish late spring with small red flowers. Requires full sun to part shade and works in sandy to well drained soils. Evergreen. PVR.LJ1

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aka Bottlebrush

Bottlebrush. Semi dwarf, mass flowering and all the benefits from it's parents. Flower and vigour from Captain Cook and the smaller stature from Little John making McArthur an easy to grow well-behaved plant for any position in your garden. Evergreen. PVR.LC01

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Hybrid. A reticulata with an open, upright habit, with very large, vibrant red flowers. Semi-double peony form, with glossy dark foliage. Makes a great specimen shrub, with dark glossy foliage. Can also be hedged. Spring flowering. Part shade or sun.

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Hybrid. Strong growing bushy shrub with mid-green small long leaves on layered graceful arching branchlets. Through spring the bush is profusely covered with tiny, single white flowers. Lovely as a dainty specimen or hedge. Evergreen.

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Japonica. Like it's name-sake 'Bob Hope' is a real star. Large showy, deep red, semi-double blooms are highlighted with bright yellow stamens. Lustrous dark green foliage. Flowers July to September. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

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Hybrid. This is a delightful little Camellia with semi-double flowers that are white with pink tinges on the petal edges and backs. In full bloom the overall effect is very soft and pretty. An added bonus of fragrance makes this a definite must have. Strong upright growth habit. Evergreen.

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Japonica hybrid. Very large semi-double flowers of the purest white, with beautiful, central crown of ruffled and crimped petaloids and lovely rich golden stamens. Mid season. Vigorous.

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Japonica. The ivory white blooms are delicately blushed with pink and create a simply beautiful picture when this Camellia is in full bloom. Definitely desirable. Nice glossy green healthy foliage. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

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For those who desire a dark red Camellia, this is the plant for you. Very dark , almost black buds open to very dark red flowers. Long flowering and vigorous upright growth habit. Japonica, evergreen. Happiest in morning sun or semi-shade.

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Japonica. An attractive Camellia with sumptuous, medium sized blooms that are bright coral pink initially and gradually fade to violet as they age. Strong glossy green foliage. Happiest in morning sun or semi-shade. Evergreen.

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Reticulata. Bold, bright and beautiful. Large, semi-double scarlet blooms that will brighten up any garden through dull winter months. Attractive large serrated green foliage. Very hardy and vigorous. Plant in a semi-shaded position for best results. Evergreen. Multi Award Winner.

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Hybrid. This is a stunning Camellia bred in NZ by the master, Felix Jury. Beautiful bright pink, formal double blooms with a hint of lavender start appearing in mid winter. The petals are curved seductively. A delightful addition to any garden. Evergreen.

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A vigorous, upright, evergreen shrub valued for its lush, deep green foliage and small, glossy, semi-double bell-shaped flowers. Very free flowering with flowers along the stems. Mid-season cultivar, prefers semi shade.

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Sasanqua Hybrid. The translation of 'Fuji No Yuki' means 'Snow on Fuji' which reflects the beautiful snowy white double blooms of this delightful Camellia. The flowers appear from autumn through to winter and sit well against the dark green foliage. Dense upright growth habit. Evergreen.

This Camellia would be an excellent choice for hedging.

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Japonica. Medium to large, double peony form flowers open to soft pink, then delicately fade to blush pink, and show beautifully serrated petal margins. Blooms early to mid season.

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Blooms are glossy salmon red, large and semi-double with distinctive creped petals. Medium compact upright growth with distinctive serrated foliage not unlike holly leaves hence the name. Happiest in morning sun or semi-shade. Japonica, evergreen.

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Sasanqua. Soft warm pink semi-double to peony flowers, with wavy petals and dark green glossy foliage. Dense habit with vigorous upright growth. Excellent as a specimen plant and ideal for screens, hedging, large containers and espaliers. Early flowering in autumn and winter. Evergreen.

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Japonica. Here's a showy Camellia that will stand out in the winter garden. Large bright red 'peony' blooms put on a beautiful display and sit well against the dark green foliage. Happiest in morning sun or semi-shade in acid soil. Evergreen.

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Japonica. Large glowing red blooms that are full, fancy and fragrant. The blooms appear from winter to spring and sit against lush green foliage. Plant in semi-shade in acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

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Reticulata. This stunning Camellia is very well named. The huge, soft pink, formal, double flowers decorate the robust growing shrub and will make a statement in any garden. Use as a feature accent plant and allow the space to let it shine. Happiest in semi-shade, evergreen.

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aka Navajo

'Navajo' puts forth sizable, semi-double flowers in white with a ribbon of carmine along the petal edges. Slow growing, upright to spreading shrub or small tree with age. Oval, glossy, leaves and profuse winter to spring blooming flowers in milder climates. Evergreen.

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Hybrid. This much loved Camellia has beautiful, palest pink, semi-double blooms with golden anthers that are of a high quality and hold well. Starts flowering late autumn and carries on through to mid spring. Happiest in semi-shade. Bred in NZ by Mrs Durrant. Evergreen.

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Japonica. Bred in California at the famous Nuccio's nursery this unusual Camellia has white flowers that are flushed irregularly with orchid pink. Large showy blooms from winter to spring. Bushy compact habit. Happiest in morning sun or semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

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Sasanqua. This is a really good looking Camellia with fine narrow dark green foliage that looks good all year round. In very early autumn the bush is covered in tight buds that open to pretty semi-double flowers are white blushed with rose pink edges. Tolerates sun or shade. Evergreen. PVR CML013.

This Camellia is a great screen or hedging plant. Clips well and always looks good. Remarkably tolerant but will do best in semi-shade with nicely mulched roots. I have 2 of these on different sides of the property and both flower extremely well. Information Page

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Sasanqua. An elegant free-flowering variety producing masses of brilliant pink buds, which open to dazzling white double blooms. Quick growing, ideal for hedging, topiary, containers or as a garden specimen. More tolerant of full sun than many other Camellias. PVR. Evergreen.

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Sasanqua. Paradise Hilda is a tall variety growing to a height of about 3m with a vigorous habit making it ideal for a hedge or a screen. A beautiful way to fill the autumn garden with flowers. Produces medium-size mid pink flowers in the form of an open peony.

Hilda flowers early in the season and continues flowering for a long time. Quick growing variety.

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Sasanqua. This Camellia has been around for awhile but with very good reason. It is a vigorous hardy cultivar which flowers profusely with bright, cheerful, large, saucer shaped single blooms. A perfect choice for screens and hedging. Nice dark green foliage. Evergreen.

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Hybrid. This Camellia is ideal for those of you who don't have a lot of space as it has a low growing, cascading habit. A good ground-cover, this perfumed flowers are mainly white with the odd blush of pink. Definitely on my must have list, flowers for months. Evergreen.

Looks wonderful in a container or even a hanging basket.

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Sasanqua. Medium white single flowers with a wide red border. Strong dense upright habit, making an excellent hedge. Sun tolerant, early flowering. Well drained soil. Evergreen.

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Japonica. A lovely Camellia with large white semi double flowers with prominent golden stamens. Good vigorous upright growth habit. Certainly a Camellia to celebrate with. Happiest in morning sun or semi-shade. Evergreen.

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Hybrid. Desirable for the upright slender growth habit. Small, scented, single pure white flowers with golden stamens appear from autumn through to late spring. These are offset against very dark green foliage. Ideal for driveway and group planting. Happiest in semi shade. Evergreen.

I have a group of these growing against a grey fence in the garden, they are remarkably tolerant of heat and sun though I am sure they would be happier in part shade. Even though the situation is less than ideal they flower for months. Information Page

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Japonica. Medium size narrow petalled semi-double white flower. with green foliage. Outstanding slender upright plant. Attracts bees. Great for Hedging and Screens.

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Hybrid. The unique upright shape of this Camellia makes it ideal for marching along a driveway or using as an exclamation point in a planting scheme. Pretty pink semi double flowers from winter through to the end of spring. Happiest in semi-shade. Evergreen. RHS AGM.

'Spring Festival' has beautiful new foliage in warm bronze tones that is produced when flowering has finished. This Camellia is just lovely in full flower. I have grown it in several gardens and it has never disappointed.

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Japonica. Bred in NZ by Mark Jury to celebrate the Year of the Volunteer this beautiful Camellia certainly a cause for celebration. Large, fully double anemone form, ruffled blooms open to shades of soft pink delicately edged in white and gradually deepen in tone throughout the long flowering season

Late flowers will have less or none of the white edging.

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Hybrid. This dainty little Camellia can flower for up to six months! Exceptional. The small single blooms are pale white delicately edged with pink. Strong slender upright growth habit. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Evergreen.

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aka Sedge

A very attractive little 'Sedge' with arching leaves of green edged with silver. Forms a neat and tidy evergreen clump and would look most impressive planted en masse. Plant in morning sun or part shade in soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Would make a nice container plant too. Perennial. PVR.

Insignificant brown flowers will appear amongst the foliage in summer.

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Featherfalls is a highly decorative Carex with great garden or pot performance. With long clean and crisp foliage it is a year round maintenance free plant. A highlight of this new variety is its beautiful plumes of feathery flower stems emerging from the centre during spring. Evergreen

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aka Tussock Grass

NZ Native Grass. This is a graceful little grass or tussock with fine, light silver green needles of foliage that curl over at the top. Looks its best when planted in large groups or drifts. Easy to grow in sun or part shade in average soil. Evergreen.

If your clump of Carex becomes a little scruffy give it a new 'do' by cutting off the top growth - you can be quite severe - and it will rapidly re grow with renewed vigour.

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aka Purei, Pukio

Native wetland grass. A bright green grass that forms a large clump. With age, a trunk-like mass of old leaves forms so the grass seems perched on a tall mound. Good for planting in damp to wet areas but will tolerate short periods of dryness. Plant around ponds as shelter for birds. Evergreen

Evergreen

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aka Prostrate marble leaf

Carpodetus serratus prostrate is a semi-prostrate form of Putaputaweta which can grow to a height of 75 cm and have a spread of a 1 m. It prefers damp and shade. In spring it can be covered in small white flowers. (summer). Prefers damp soils, sun or shade.

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Unique, strange, fun! This plant has a character all of its own, with fine 'hairy' strands of evergreen cascading foliage. Use as a groundcover or feature plant in rockeries, where it will spread to 1.5m across but only 30cm high. Excellent weed suppression, low maintenance. Evergreen

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A useful and attractive perennial with grey/green foliage and pretty sprays of mauve flowers that appear from spring right through to autumn. Useful as an edging for flower beds. Loves a sunny position and a good haircut every now and then. Hardy, evergreen easy to grow if you can keep your cats off it long enough!

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aka California Lilac

An attractive spreading evergreen shrub which features sparkling clusters of dark blue flowers in late spring. The shiny foliage turns a deeps ebony shade during winter, changing to dark chocolate-green during spring and summer. Quite hardy and tolerant of wind and cold. PVR 1334.

This is a very useful shrub for cascading over walls and banks. Benefits from a trim every now and then (after flowering) to encourage healthy new growth. Very striking in full flower.

aka Japonica or Flowering Quince

A tough and hardy deciduous shrub with an arching network of bare branches that usually have thorns. In winter these are covered with clusters of tight buds that open out to single orange flowers. Nice complementary fresh green foliage. Very showy, good for floral art. Easy to grow.

aka Japonica or Flowering Quince

A tough and hardy deciduous shrub with an arching network of bare branches that usually have thorns. In winter these are covered with clusters of tight buds that open out to double pink flowers. Nice complementary fresh green foliage. Very showy, good for floral art. Easy to grow.

aka Japonica or Flowering Quince

A tough and hardy deciduous shrub with an arching network of bare branches that usually have thorns. In winter these are covered with clusters of tight buds that open out to double, scarlet red flowers. Nice complementary fresh green foliage. Very showy, good for floral art. Easy to grow.

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This variety of Chives is a vigorous grower with good disease resistance. Nice broad leaves that can be chopped up to add to summer salads etc. Will form a good clump in the vege patch or can be grown in a pot. Prefers the sun and good drainage. Perennial.

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aka Garlic Chives

Flat leaves with a mild garlic flavour make these versatile Chives a useful Herb for a variety of dishes. A good substitute for those who find bulb garlic too strong. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Perennial.

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aka Mexican Orange Blossom

A wonderful easy care shrub with a neat and tidy habit. Narrow dark green aromatic foliage that always looks good. In spring and summer masses of white star shaped flowers open from pale pink buds. Will grow in sun or part shade, prefers an acid soil but overall is really quite tolerant. Evergreen

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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.

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aka Rock Rose

A superb little shrub for those hot dry spots in the garden. The aromatic grey leaves are decorated with hot rose pink flowers off and on throughout the year. Loves warmth and needs a well drained spot. Tolerates light frost and benefits from a trim every now and then. Evergreen.

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aka Kaka Beak

Native. White Kaka Beak.Gorgeous, cool ivory white 'Kaka-beak' flowers hang in pendulous clusters from spring through to summer. The blooms are filled with nectar and attractive to birds. Delicate light-green ferny foliage. Quick growing. Practice slug and caterpillar control. Evergreen.

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aka Mirror Plant

Native. A fabulous foliage plant with clean shiny foliage that has golden tones in summer. As autumn approaches and the temperatures drop the foliage gradually changes to tones of deep orange and fiery red. Will grow just about anywhere but needs protection from harsh frost. Evergreen. PVR1086.

'Evening Glow' will benefit from a hair cut every now and then. This is best done around about February on a warm dry day.

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aka Sand Dune Coprosma

NZ Native. This form was discovered on cliffs near Hawera. It is a ground hugging native that forms a tight mat of small narrow olive green leaves. Excellent landscape plant for covering large areas of ground. Hardy, tolerant of cold and wind. Evergreen.

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A great little shrub with glossy dark red foliage that looks good all year round. Use for contrast planting in the shrubbery or as a hedge with a difference. Loves to be clipped. Will grow in sun or light shade, tolerates coastal conditions and light frost. Evergreen. PVR SHM105.

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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 Cabbabe Tree

This Cordyline has long, upright, slightly arching, pointed leaves of creamy green with a chocolate stripe. It doesn’t develop a bare single stem trunk like alot of other Cordylines and instead tends to develop side shoots that make it denser. Can produce a cream flower. It is compact and clumps. Perennial

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aka Cabbage Tree

Native. A wonderful clump forming Cabbage Tree with arching foliage in tones of rich green and chocolate brown. Looks good group planted in the garden or as a one off container specimen. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Hardy and evergreen.

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aka Korokio

Native. Chocolate without the calories! The soft melted chocolate colour of the leaves combines well with other foliage and looks fantastic as a formal hedge with a difference. Easy to grow and clips extremely well. Yellow flowers in spring followed by berries that birds love. Evergreen.

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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.

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aka Korokio

This lovely dwarf Corokia has unusual almost black foliage with a hint of silver. Fabulous combined with other grey or silver foliage plants. Perhaps plant a group around a stunning black container. Ideal for hedging as it clips well. Tough and easy to grow. Evergreen.

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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. Evergreen.

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aka Globe Artichoke

Green Globe' is a thistle-like plant with arching silver leaves producing an edible globe vegetable just before flowering. Deserves a special place in the garden. Plant in rich fertile well drained soil and full sun.

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Pyrethrum is a great companion plant, used to keep many of the unwanted insects from your beloved plants. Pyrethrins are an aphid alarm pheromone which can be used to repel pest insects from nearby crops. Perennial.

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A great new hybrid with larger flowers than many of its contemporaries, its scent is divine! Leaves are lustrous and dark green, so will add structure and form all through the year. Its perfect for a partially shady border, or a woodland garden. Evergreen

Perfume Princess is the largest and longest flowering of all Daphne and will tolerate full sun.

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This hybrid has larger white flowers than many of its contemporaries, and their scent is divine! Stems cut for the vase will fill the room with their perfume. Mainly evergreen the leaves are lustrous and dark green, so will add structure and form all through the year. Evergreen

Just perfect for a partially shady border, or a woodland garden.

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Excellent Silver leaved plant for hanging Baskets., groundcover or in a pot mixture. A vigorous cascading grower that performs best in full sun position being very drought and heat tolerant recovering quickly if wilting occurs. Expect a long season with this beauty.

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aka Wild Iris

A popular member of the Iris family with narrow green sword like foliage and strong stems of open butterfly like blooms. The blooms have white falls with mauve standards and a splash of gold in the centre. Plant in sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh frost. Evergreen.

Dietes grandiflora is a dramatic landscaping plant when planted en masse and allowed to multiply. I've actually got one growing in a large terracotta pot which looks pretty good too.

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aka Native Begonia, Parataniwha

Native. This shade loving herbaceous ground cover also loves the damp. Found at the base of waterfalls and along streams and gullies so plant where consistent moisture is available. Filtered light will bring out the bronze tones but full shade is enjoyed by this lovely native perennial. Looks great co planted with ferns. Evergreen.

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Lipstick is a stunning, intensely coloured Euphorbia that can grow to 1m. It has large, lush green leaves and beautiful hot pink flowers atop long stalks from late winter through to autumn. Preferring a warm position with plenty of light and grows well on windowsills and in sunny sheltered areas of the garden. Perennial

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aka Pineapple Guava

Antoinette TM Heavy crops of medium to large fruit with semi smooth green skin. Sweet juicy from flesh that is soft and smooth. Yum Yum. As with all Feijoas will fruit best when 2 or more are planted. Likes a sunny sheltered position. Evergreen.

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aka Pineapple Guava

Medium to large sized fruit, oval in shape. Attractive smooth, light green skin. Strong aromatic flavour with good sugar-acid balance. Medium vigor tree, moderately compact and easy to manage. Evergreen.

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aka Pineapple Guava

Golden Goose TM. Man size fruit? Large to extra large. White flesh with smooth firm thick golden green skin. Good keeping feijoa. As with all Feijoas will fruit best when 2 or more are planted. Likes a sunny sheltered 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

White Goose TM Heavy crops of large fruit with semi smooth light green edible skin. Sweet juicy flesh that is soft and smooth. Yum Yum. As with all Feijoas will fruit best when 2 or more are planted. Likes a sunny sheltered position. Evergreen.

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aka Butterfly flower

An early flowering Gaura that flowers all season long. Excellent with heat and drought tolerance conditions. It is compact but with good branching, Pink Bouquet comes in attractive shades of pink, light pink and blush. It looks stunning in the garden or used as a feature specimen in a pot. Evergreen.

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The Goji Berry is an ancient medicinal and culinary plant from Asia that is highly valued for its therapeutic qualities. Green foliage, purple and white flowers in summer followed by nutrient packed red berries. Grows best in a sunny well drained position. Self-pollinating, hardy and deciduous.

The Goji Berry will eventually form a strong trunk a bit like a grape-vine. The somewhat trailing branches can be trained as required. Fruiting should occur after the 2nd year with full production around year 5. Quite drought tolerant once established. This so called 'Superfood' is certainly worth a try.

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Native. This fabulous little Hebe must have earned its name because it is a star performer. Glossy green foliage, a neat and tidy habit and beautiful deep violet-blue flowers from October to January. Grow in a sunny spot in well drained soil. Trim lightly after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Hebe or Veronica

With bright green tightly packed foliage that forms a natural mound this little Hebe is great for planting in groups to add interest and contrast to planting schemes. Dainty white flowers appear in summer but they are not the main feature. Plant in sun or part shade in well drained soil. Evergreen.

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aka Hebe or Veronica

This Hebe has a low spreading habit making it useful as a ground-cover. The small dark green leaves and attractive burgundy tones which deepen in cooler weather. Pretty racemes of bright pink flowers appear in abundance in autumn and winter. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen.

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With its masses of Violet flowers in late Spring- Early Summer they will completely cover the foliage and repeat flower again in Autumn. Prefers a sunny position and free draining soil.

Fertilise annually with long term fertiliser and lightly prune as required.

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aka Hebe or Veronica

Native. A top performing Hebe with striking variegated foliage that looks good all year round. From spring through until autumn violet-blue spikes of bloom appear and contrast very well with the foliage. Tolerant of high wind and coastal conditions and generally quite hardy. Evergreen.

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aka Koromiko

Evergreen Hebe which is considered one of the best. Hardy, compact with dainty fresh green foliage and short spikes of white flowers which completely smother the plant from late spring through until summer. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Very disease resistant.

The 'Wiri' series of Hebe have been bred, selected and named by Jack Hobbs of Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens.

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aka Winter Rose or Lenten Rose

Winter Rose single. A special form from the Clifton Homestead collection with stems of soft apricot, outward facing blooms that sometimes have a red blush on the reverse. Dark green, divided leathery leaves that form a clump. Plant in semi-shade in nice humus rich soil that is well drained. Perennial.

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aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

Winter Rose double. A deliciously double and definitely delightful Hellebore or Winter Rose. The large ruffled flowers are pure white and look striking against the dark green glossy foliage. Plant in semi-shade in nice humus rich soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Perennial.

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aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

Winter Rose single. From the 'Clifton Homestead' breeding programme we offer these exciting and dramatic dark hybrids. Includes shades of slate grey, blue-black and deep burgundy. Some may also be spotted. No matter the colour they will be beautiful in the winter garden. Plant in semi-shade. Perennial.

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aka Stinking Hellebore

The handsome divided dark grey- green leaves combine well with the pale green cup shaped blooms which appear from winter through to early spring. The flower stalks and leaf stems are tinged with red. Quite an easy Hellebore to grow but will perform best in a semi shaded position. Perennial.

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aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

The handsome dark green leaves combine well with the pale pink cupped shaped blooms which appear from winter through to early spring. Happiest in a semi-shaded position, ideal to naturalize under deciduous trees. Well worth planting. Perennial.

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aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

Winter Rose single. Bred in NZ at Clifton Homestead in the South Island this hardy Hellebore has dark leathery foliage highlighted with silver veins. The winter-spring flowers are an attractive lime green blushed with pink. Prefers a humus rich well drained site in sun or part shade. Evergreen.

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aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

Winter Rose single. An outstanding winter plant with crisp white, rounded, outward facing blooms that are complemented by dark green foliage. Happiest in semi-shade and humus rich well drained soil. Eventually forms a large clump and will really stand out in the winter garden. Perennial.

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aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose, Christmas Rose

Winter Rose niger single. This is a lovely Hellebore that hails from the European Alps. Dark green glossy foliage that forms a mound topped off with stems of large white blooms that appear from late winter onward. The blooms are sometimes tinged with pink. Plant in semi-shade in well drained soil. Evergreen Perennial.

This was the first Hellebore I ever purchased many years ago and I still find it hard to resist today - it is really lovely in full flower at what is usually a dull time of year.

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aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

Winter Rose single. The exquisite single white blooms of this special Hellebore are delicately outlined with a maroon edge. Something special from the 'Clifton Homestead' collection to show off in the winter garden. Plant in semi-shade in nice humus rich soil that is well drained. Perennial.

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aka Winter Rose, Lenten Rose

Winter Rose single. A beautiful single yellow Hellebore from the 'Clifton Homestead' collection that has soft primrose yellow blooms that have hints of green in the centre. Plant in semi-shade in well drained, humus rich soil. Cut off any old leaves looking tatty just before flowering. Perennial.

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aka Inga Bean

Something different. More suitable for warmer climates but may tolerate light frosts. Can be an attractive tree with rich dark green and bronze foliage. Pods up to 1m long contain sweet, juicy, white pulp with a soft candy-floss-like flesh that tastes of vanilla ice-cream. Self-fertile.

Tree will start producing pods in 3 years.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Trailing Juniper

This groundcover with smoky blue-green foliage looks great year-round. Thrives in hot, dry locations where other plants might fail. Slow growing, low maintenance, disease free and very easy to grow.Cold weather gives the foliage a plum colored cast. Evergreen

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Bright lemon yellow foliage during spring and summer turns light golden in winter. Compact, low spreading ground cover. Evergreen.

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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.

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aka Rewarewa

This handsome evergreen native forms a slender, erect tapering tree with deep green leaves that have saw-toothed margins. In spring, reddish bottle-brush like flowers appear which provide a nectar feast for native birds. Grows well in average soil in sun or part shade. Avoid harsh frost.

Crepe Myrtle because of the clusters of pretty 'crinkled' white flowers with golden stamens that appear in summer. Lime green leaves that turn red orange and yellow in the Autumn. Attractive smooth red brown bark.. excellent smaller growing tree. Plant in a warm sheltered position.

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aka Bay

A selected form of the ever popular and ancient Bay Tree. Wonderfully aromatic thick, leathery, green leaves that can be used for culinary purposes. Tolerates most conditions including coastal, clips well, great for hedging. Evergreen.

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Citrus. This is a thornless lemon when mature. It originates in Italy, has large juicy sour fruit which ripen from July to December. The fruit is medium sized with greenish-yellow flesh that is almost seedless. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen.

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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

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aka Lemon

On 'Flying Dragon' rootstock to keep compact. 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.

Every NZ garden should have a 'Meyer' lemon tree because they are so easy to grow and crop so well. They are however quite a 'sweet' lemon so if you prefer a real sharp acid taste then plant another variety to keep your 'Meyer' company. Citrus Information Pages

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aka Lemon Meyer Standard

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 and Gin and Tonic coming on? Happiest in a sunny well drained position.

To keep your Lemon Standard looking good feed and water regularly. Trim new shoots below the main branches. Remember always cut off ripe fruit rather than pulling. Citrus Information Pages

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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. The fruit is pale and smooth and matures from April until July. Mostly thornless. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.

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Citrus. Thought to be a hybrid of the sour mandarin and the Ichang lemon, yuzu is a golf ball–sized fruit with a thick bumpy rind that ranges from green to vibrant yellow depending on ripeness. Origins in China. Sought after for it's unique sour, tart flavour of its' zest

The ultra-tart yuzu is not usually eaten whole but is used as an accent in many traditional Asian dishes. Citrus Information Pages

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Citrus. An interesting fast growing Hybrid lemon which has medium sized pale yellow fruit that are reasonably easy to peel. The flavour is mild and sweet compared to many other lemons. Excellent for refreshing summer drinks. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.

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aka Lemonade

Citrus. On 'Flying Dragon' rootstock to keep compact. An interesting fast growing Hybrid lemon which has medium sized pale yellow fruit that are reasonably easy to peel. The flavour is mild and sweet compared to many other lemons. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.

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aka Citronella grass

Fragrant swaying grass that will add texture and movement as well as contrast among more compact plants. Used in cooking and for making tea. Ideal container plant or in a border or garden bed.

The oil is antiseptic, antibacterial and antiviral. Also used as an antidepressant, to soothe aches and pains, to relieve stress. If drunk before bed will induce sleep. Effective for headaches and respiratory problems. Pour boiling water over sliced leaves and steep for 5 minutes for Lemongrass tea. Sweeten as desired. Can be dried for tea, potpourri or cooking.

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aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. Manuka AKA Tea Tree. Exquisite double flowers that start appearing in late winter and continue through to the spring. The flowers are in tones of burgundy-red and are complemented by the dainty deep bronze aromatic foliage. Happy in the sun. Evergreen.

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aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. Expect a spectacular spring display from this hardy little shrub that has fully double candy-striped flowers in shades of pink and red. Dark green aromatic foliage. Easy to grow in a sunny spot. Evergreen.

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aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. Manuka AKA Tea Tree. Attractive evergreen shrub with large single white flowers in autumn and spring. Dainty fresh green foliage and a neat and tidy habit. Happiest in the sun, hardy and easy to grow.

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aka Chilian Iris or Snowy Mermaid

This is a hardy clump forming perennial with narrow flax-like dark green leaves. Tall spikes of white Iris-like flowers in spring. Likes sun or dappled light in well drained soil. Looks great planted en mass, as a border or amongst shrubs and perennials. Evergreen

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aka NZ Iris

Native. The NZ Iris is an attractive clump forming perennial with spears of fresh green foliage. In summer white 'butterfly' flowers dance above the leaves on stiff, wiry stems. These are followed by ornamental seed pods. Well worth planting and easy to grow. Evergreen.

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aka NZ Iris

This little Iris has to be one of my favourite NZ natives as it has such dainty white "butterfly" flowers. The narrow sword like leaves form a strong clump, the flowers appear in summer followed by ornamental seed pods. Easy to grow in average soil in a sunny position. Evergreen.