Gardenia Professor Pucci Std at Wairere Nursery

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A Standard is defined as: a tree or shrub that is trained to have one central leader or stem and a rounded head of branches. Standards are trained as young plants; the central stem is braced against a stake, forcing it to grow straight and tall. Lower branches and shoots are removed and the remaining upper branches are sheared frequently, to shape and to encourage fullness.

There are many plants that lend themselves to being Topiary specimens. Essentially, it is more desirable that the plant is evergreen, that the leaves are fairly small and interesting, that it produces a seasonal flower and, most important, that it responds well to constant pruning.

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People imagine that the Art of Topiary is time-consuming and only for those who have that special artistic flair - but that is a myth! Once the shape has been formed initially, it is merely a question of giving it the odd haircut. It is a garden task that can be done with secateurs in one hand - whilst the other hand can hold a glass of chilled Chardonnay!

And as for that artistic flair, you never know until you try. Unleash that inner creativity and give it a go! You may be pleasantly surprised. And at the very worst, you can always let the plant re-grow, like a bad haircut!

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Gardenia Professor Pucci Std

aka Cape Jasmine

A delicious and delectable Gardenia with large glossy green foliage and large fully double flowers which appear from spring to summer. The flowers are creamy white and carry a heady scent. Happiest in morning sun or part shade in rich acid soil. Protect from harsh frost. Evergreen.

Flower Colour: White / Cream
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard

Gardenia Professor Pucci Std

Current Stock Height: STD-80/HGT-120 cm ?

Container: 6l ?

$119.99

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Gardenia Veitchii Std

aka Cape Jasmine

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

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard

Gardenia Veitchii Std

Current Stock Height: STD-65/HGT-80 cm ?

Container: 15l ?

$119.99

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Kumquat Chinotto Std

aka Chinotto Sour Orange

Citrus. An attractive Kumquat with aromatic narrow foliage. The fragrant citrus blossoms are followed by thick skinned bright orange fruit popular for candied peel and marmalade. Highly ornamental in a container or courtyard. Evergreen.

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

Kumquat Chinotto Std 90cm

Current Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-110 cm ?

Container: 8.5l ?

$169.99

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Lemon Meyer Std

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

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard

Lemon Meyer Std 90cm

Current Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-120 cm ?

Container: 8.5l ?

$159.99

Lemon Meyer Std 120cm

Current Stock Height: STD-120/HGT-140 cm ?

Container: 8.5l ?

$169.99

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