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Natives - Just Arrived

There are so many good reasons to plant a New Zealand native as gardeners all over the world have discovered. During a recent trip to Europe I swear I saw a Cabbage Tree (Corydline) in every back yard I peeked into! Here at home, planting a NZ Native is really an act of conservation as it ensures the continuation of native plant species. Along with that there is the added bonus of attracting native birds to your garden and beneficial native insects. However before we get too "Green" and serious lets just apreciate the wonderful layers of colour, texture and distinctive form that NZ Natives offer the gardener.  


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aka Titoki or New Zealand Oak

Outstanding NZ native that forms a handsome spreading tree. Large, glossy, light green dissected foliage. Sprays of rusty red woolly flowers appear in summer followed by scarlet berries with jet black seeds. Will grow in quite exposed conditions but protect from harsh frost. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 4m

Alectryon Excelsus - Titoki

Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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Alectryon Excelsus - Titoki

Current Stock Height: 80/100 cm  ? 

Container: 4l  ? 

$34.99

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Alectryon Excelsus - Titoki

Expected Stock Height: 120/140 cm  ? 

New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $36.99. Payment on order.

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Alectryon Excelsus Titoki

New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $79.99. Payment on order.

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aka Mirror Bush

Coprosma Repens Ignite. Brilliant red variegated foliage in the summer deepens to deep red and burgundy in the winter. A hardy small shrub which will look great in any garden situation. Evergreen. PVR

 

Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.5m

Coprosma Ignite

Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$29.99

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aka Cabbage Tree

Native. A most handsome and striking form of our native 'Cabbage Tree'. The green swords of foliage are heavily banded with rich cream blushed with just a little pink. Looks magnificent in a container or group planted for extra impact. Tolerates sun or part shade. Evergreen.

This Cordyline is very popular in Britain and has been awarded a Certificate of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society.

 

Flower Colour: Cream
Habit: Cabbage Tree
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 1.5m

Cordyline Albertii

Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$34.99

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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.

 

Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m

Griselinia Broadway Mint

Current Stock Height: 45/55 cm  ? 

Container: 1l  ? 

$17.99

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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.


 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 30cm x 30cm

Hebe Emerald Green

Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Hebe or Veronica

A neat and tidy little Hebe that has a compact habit. Dainty leaves in a soft olive green shade and masses of tiny lilac-blue flowers in the warm summer months. Plant in a well drained sunny spot and trim lightly after flowering. Evergreen.


 

Flower Colour: Lavender / Blue
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 60cm x 60cm

Hebe Margret

Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Long leaved lacebark

Native. Hoheria sexstylosa is an evergreen tree or shrub with glossy green leaves and pretty dainty white flowers in summer and autumn. Plant in sun or part shade.

 

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 8m x 6m

Hoheria Sexstylosa

Current Stock Height: 110/140 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. One of the best varieties for pot growing. Large, soft double pink flowering manuka. The bushy growth makes it perfect for a spectacular hedge, or just as at home as a specimen in the garden. Prune lightly after flowers for best shape.

 

Flower Colour: Pink
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 2m

Leptospermum Blossom

Current Stock Height: 80/90 cm  ? 

Container: 4l  ? 

$32.99

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aka Manuka or Tea Tree

Native. Also known as tea tree, Manuka, New Zealand Tea Tree. Cerise margins, white petals with dark eyes and prominent eye lashes. Prune lightly after flowering for best shape. Moderately fertile, likes well drained neutral or acid soil in full sun or partial shade. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Pink
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 2m

Leptospermum Centaurus

Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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Leptospermum Centaurus

Expected Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

We are awaiting confirmation from our supplier for an expected delivery date. Express your interest by adding to your Waitlist.

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aka Flax

A NZ native Flax cultivar that has a brilliant upright form and green leaves tinted in apricot. Easy to grow in just about any position you desire. However it will look its best with protection from harsh afternoon sun. Groom to keep tidy. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 100cm

Phormium Apricot Queen

Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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Phormium Apricot Queen

New stock expected Middle of July, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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aka Flax

Native. A special little dwarf flax with attractive, jet black, fine foliage that is highlighted with a lime green margin. An ideal accent plant for borders or for mass planting. Looks good in container too. Hardy and easy to grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen.


 

Flower Colour: Yellow / Red
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Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Dark
Mature Size (HxW): 0.3m x 0.3m

Phormium Black Magic

Current Stock Height: 10/15 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$39.99

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Phormium Black Magic

Expected Stock Height: 10/15 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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aka Flax

Native. This Flax is far more attractive than its name suggests. The arching swords of foliage are a very attractive smoky black shade with hints of moody blue. Prefers a sunny open position in soil that is not too wet. Feed regularly to maintain colour. Hardy, evergreen.


 

Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1m x 1m

Phormium Black Rage

Current Stock Height: 35/45 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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aka Mountain Flax

Native. Yellow flowers appear November to January. Smaller growing than ordinary Flax. Does not like to be water logged but will withstand drought and salt laden wind. Effective in pebble gardens against large boulders. Good for mass planting and erosion control. Evergreen

 

Flower Colour: Yellow
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1m x 1m

Phormium Cookianum

Current Stock Height: 80/90 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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Phormium Cookianum

Current Stock Height: 50/70 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

$9.99

10+ @ 8.00 each
30+ @ 7.00 each

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aka Flax

Native. A beautiful medium sized flax with the deepest wine coloured, sword shaped foliage. Imagine the effect of a large drift of these swaying in the breeze. Alternatively stunning in a container. Easy to grow in just about any condition. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.5m

Phormium Dark Delight

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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Phormium Dark Delight

Current Stock Height: 20/25 cm  ? 

Container: 1.9l  ? 

$29.99

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Phormium Dark Delight

Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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aka Flax

An award winning Flax valued because of the attractive variegated foliage and nice tidy, compact habit. The sword like leaves have a green centre and are edged with a soft creamy yellow. Will grow just about anywhere and is very hardy. Evergreen. RHS AGM.


 

Flower Colour: Yellow / Red
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 60cm x 60cm

Phormium Duet

Current Stock Height: 25/40cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Flax

An excellent small green Flax with bold erect lime green foliage. Suitable for mass planting in smaller gardens or equally quite fabulous as a container plant. Easy to grow in just about any garden conditions. Groom regularly so this delightful plant will always look its best. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Yellow / Red
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 75cm x 60cm

Phormium Emerald Green

Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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aka Flax

Native. A striking Flax with gracefully arching leaves that are mainly toned a nice rich red outlined with a margin of darker red. Hardy and easy to grow in sun or part shade. Very effective when planted in groups. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.2m x 1m

Phormium Evening Glow

Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$29.99

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Phormium Evening Glow

Current Stock Height: 20/25 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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Phormium Evening Glow

Expected Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of June, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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aka Flax

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

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 30cm x 30cm

Phormium Jack Spratt

Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5  ? 

$29.99

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Phormium Jack Spratt Dwf

Current Stock Height: 15/25 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

$9.99

10+ @ 8.00 each
30+ @ 7.00 each

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Phormium Jack Spratt

Expected Stock Height: 15/20 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of June, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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aka Flax

This is just a fabulous flax that has won much admiration both in NZ and world wide. The bright pink arching leaves are striped attractively in green. Looks stunning group planted or make a simple statement by planting in colour coordinated containers. Easy to grow. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 100cm

Phormium Jester

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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aka Flax

Native. A very attractive dwarf flax with arching, strap like foliage that has tones of bronze and pink outlined with a deep red edge. Nice to group plant or pop one in a matching red container to add some oomph on the patio. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Tough, hardy and evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size (HxW): 80cm x 80cm

Phormium Pink Panther

Current Stock Height: 35/45 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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aka Flax

Native. This delightful little NZ Flax has a strong band of pink through each arching sword of foliage. Nice compact habit making 'Pixie' a good choice for a rockery or container. Easy to grow and tough as anything. Evergreen. PVR FLX029.


 

Flower Colour: Brown
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Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 50cm x 75cm

Phormium Pixie

Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Flax

Native. A beautiful Flax with luxuriant, unfading rich purple-black swords of foliage that form a neat clump. Equally fabulous in the garden or a container and so easy to grow. Sun to part shade and soil that does not completely dry out in summer will keep this Flax looking good. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Yellow / Red
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 100cm

Phormium Platts Black

Current Stock Height: 25/40 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Flax

A hardy native flax, forming bold clumps of ascending leaves which droop at the tips in rich tones of bronze & scarlet. Long flower stems in summer attract birds. Will grow in sun or part shade, hardy and easy to grow. Great for group planting. Evergreen.

Stunning as a specimen in the garden or a decent pot, or in bulk landscaping.

 

Flower Colour: Brown / Yellow
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 1.2m x 1m

Phormium Rainbow Chief

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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A new selection with shiny deep burgundy leaves which forms a striking clump. This plant prefers full sun and will grow in a range of soils and will tolerate coastal conditions. Sure to add structure and texture to any garden bed and can be grown in a large pot.

 

Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen
Mature Size (HxW): 1.2m x 1m

Phormium Royal Flush

Expected Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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Phormium Royal Flush

Expected Stock Height: 60/70 cm  ? 

New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $39.99. Payment on order.

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aka Flax

Native. A very attractive Flax with arching, broad, sword like leaves in tones of bronze-green with pink margins that gradually fade to cream. Overall has a pink tone so nice to combine with grey or burgundy foliage. Plant in sun or semi-shade. Hardy, vigorous and evergreen. RHS AGM.

 

Flower Colour: Brown / Yellow
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 1m

Phormium Sundowner

Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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Phormium Sundowner

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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aka New Zealand Green Flax

Native. The term 'tenax' means strong and tough and this NZ Flax certainly is all of that. Broad swords of green foliage form strong clumps that are perfect for mass planting along stream banks, around ponds or naturalising in the landscape. Tolerant of just about anything. Evergreen.

The summer flowers are much loved by birds especially the native Tui whose beak is perfectly formed to gather nectar from the blooms.

 

Flower Colour: Brown
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 2m

Phormium Tenax

Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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Phormium Tenax

Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

$9.99

10+ @ 8.00 each
30+ @ 7.00 each

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aka Flax

Native flax. A very handsome flax that will provide year round colour with it's brilliant gold, cream and green striped leaves. Looks great in semi-shaded areas. Tolerant and hardy, withstanding most conditions. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1m x 1m

Phormium Waitara Gold

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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aka Flax

Native Flax. Vigorous grower with gracefully drooping foliage heavily variegated yellow with increasing green zone as the leaves mature. Will grow in any reasonable soil. Looks its best in semi-shade. Excellent for accenting in the landscape.

Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society.

 

Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size (HxW): 1.2m x 1.5m

Phormium Yellow Wave

Current Stock Height: 20/25  ? 

Container: 2l  ? 

$26.99

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Phormium Yellow Wave

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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aka Lancewood or Horoeka

NZ Native Lancewood. When juvenile this tree has a single stem and stiff sword-like narrow leaves that are a bronze green shade. Older plants form a rounded head of smaller leathery foliage. Striking landscape plant especially when planted in groups. Tolerant of sun or part shade and light frost. Evergreen.


 

Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 1m

Pseudopanax Crassifolium

Current Stock Height: 60/65 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$29.99

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Pseudopanax Crassifolium

Expected Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $34.99. Payment on order.

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aka Pseudopanax

Native. An extremely handsome foliage shrub with leathery glossy green leaves made up of 3 broad lobes. Good compact habit. Can have a bronze overtone in winter. Looks great in the garden or use as a container plant. Needs protection from harsh frost when young. Evergreen.

 

Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 1m

Pseudopanax Cyril Watson

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 15l  ? 

$69.99

This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now.

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Pseudopanax Cyril Watson

Expected Stock Height: 20/30 cm  ? 

New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $34.99. Payment on order.

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An attractive low maintenance, evergreen NZ native shrub with leathery green leaves. An excellent foliage plant, also as a container specimen. Sun or shade, protect from heavy frosts.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

 

Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 1.2m

Pseudopanax Emerald Fingers

Current Stock Height: 15/25 cm  ? 

Container: 1.9l  ? 

$16.99

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Pseudopanax Emerald Fingers

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$34.99

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Native. An intriguing moss-like plant that forms dense mounded cushions of emerald green foliage with fascinating humps and hollows. A great plant for rockeries, ferneries and containers. Does best in well-drained soil in Full sun to part shade. Evergreen

 

Habit: Groundcover
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 20cm x 100cm

Scleranthus Crew Cut

Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm  ? 

Container: 2.4l  ? 

$26.99

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Scleranthus Crew Cut

Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm  ? 

Container: 4.5l  ? 

$44.99

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aka Chilean Kowhai

Chilean Kowhai. A very close relation of our native Kowhai this gorgeous tree from Chile is a multi-award winner. The dark green glossy fern like foliage is decorated with fat waxy bells of golden yellow in spring. The flowers are full of nectar that birds love. Evergreen. PVR 2453.

Plant your 'Sun King' in a sunny well drained spot and if possible protect from really harsh frost. This lovely tree will bring a graceful look to any planting scheme. Perhaps proof that NZ was once part of Gondwanaland.

 

Flower Colour: Yellow
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Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m

Sophora Sun King

Current Stock Height: 50/70 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

$39.99

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