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aka Queensland Kauri Pine

Faster growing than the NZ Kauri, with larger leaves, but similar shaped tree. Tolerant to wind, frost and dry soils. Very attractive mature tree. These are always very hard to come by. Est.10yr.growth.

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aka Mountain Sandwort

A compact evergreen plant that is covered with a profusion of large white blooms over a long flowering season. Lush green foliage Suitable for, rock gardens, borders and suitable pots or containers. Prefers partial sun.

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Masses of large globe-shaped blooms held atop sturdy upright stems. A tightly mounded, dry tolerant plant suited to rockeries and coastal conditions. The coral pink blooms make for stunning, long lasting cut flowers. Low maintenance and tough, ideal for use in high traffic spaces. Perennial

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aka Hen and Chicken Fern

This NZ native Fern makes a striking cover plant for shady situations. Looks good group planted beneath established trees and is useful to plant with Hostas carrying on the interest after the Hostas have died down. Likes the shade and nice moist humus rich soil. Protect from frost.

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aka Hen and Chicken Fern

Native. A selected form of the 'Hen and Chicken' Fern that has luxuriant thick and shiny green fronds. Makes a striking ground cover plant for shady situations. Looks good group planted beneath established trees. Likes the shade and nice moist humus rich soil. Protect from frost. Evergreen.

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aka Hend and Chicken Fern

Native. This 'Southern Belle' will certainly add a lush and tropical look to shady areas of the garden. Long dark green fronds that cascade gracefully. Will eventually form quite a large clump. Plant in nice humus rich soil and protect from frost. Evergreen.

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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.

Fabulous perennial for moist boggy ground or pond/stream margins. Deep, glossy green, fern like foliage and in late spring-summer stems of feathery plumes in glistening white. Really attractive. Prefers light shade and fertile soil that does not completely dry out. Perennial.

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Fabulous perennial for moist boggy ground or pond/stream margins. Deep, glossy green, fern like foliage and in late spring-summer stems of feathery plumes in pretty pink. Really attractive. Prefers light shade and fertile soil that does not completely dry out. Perennial.

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Scopia are the worlds first Bacopa with double mauve blue flowers. These perennials are long flowering and useful for pots, hanging baskets or garden borders. This selection has extra large double mauve blue flowers. Best in a full sun position.

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A lovely perennial plant that can be used as a ground cover. Equally happy in a hanging basket or pot. Lavender flowers will simply smother the little green leaves giving a beautiful display. Lightly trim after flowering. Likes the sun. good drainage and protection from frost. Evergreen.

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Scopia are the worlds first Bacopa with double pink flowers. These perennials are long flowering and useful for pots, hanging baskets or garden borders. This selection has extra large double pink flowers. Best in a full sun position. Perennial

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Scopia are the worlds first Bacopa with double white flowers. These perennials are long flowering and useful for pots, hanging baskets or garden borders. This selection has extra large double white flowers. Best in a full sun position.

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This fast growing perennial can be used as a ground cover or in a hanging basket or pot. A well-grown hanging basket can have hundreds of light blue, yellow centres flowers and dense dark-green foliage. Light trim after flowering. Likes the sun, good drainage and protection from frost. Evergreen perennial.

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This fast-growing perennial can be used as a ground cover, in a hanging basket or pot. It can have hundreds of light pink, yellow centres flowers and dense dark-green foliage. Light trim after flowering. Likes the sun, good drainage and protection from frost. Evergreen perennial.

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This fast-growing perennial can be used as a ground cover or in a hanging basket or pot. A well-grown hanging basket can have hundreds of violet blooms and dense dark-green foliage. Lightly trim after flowering. Likes the sun, good drainage and protection from frost. Evergreen.

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This fast-growing perennial can be used as a ground cover or in a hanging basket or pot.A well-grown hanging basket can have hundreds of white blooms and dense dark-green foliage. Lightly trim after flowering. Likes the sun, good drainage and protection from frost. Evergreen.

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Stunnung yellow clumping stems form to create an ideal bamboo for screening. Can be trimmed like a hedge to maintain height. Thrives in part shade but perfers full sun to bring the stunning colour of yellow canes with green stripes out. Non invasive, slow to clump.

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aka Pony Tail Palm

An unusual 'Palm' with a fat swollen base that increases with age. This base is topped off with a mop of branched green foliage that curves backwards reminiscent of a pony tail. Can be grown outdoors but must be protected from all frost. Good drainage is also essential. Evergreen.

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A superb, compact perennial that will produce beautiful golden yellow flowers from Spring through to Autumn. They are quick and easy to grow lighting up any border, hanging basket or a pot on the deck. Extremely drought tolerant. Likes full sun.

Prune after flowering to encourage more flowers

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A superb, compact perennial that will produce pretty pink and white striped flowers with a yellow center from Spring through to Autumn. They are quick and easy to grow lighting up any border, hanging basket or a pot on the deck. Extremely drought tolerant. Likes full sun.

Trim back after flowering to encourage more flowers.

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A superb, compact perennial that will produce attractive flowers of red with yellow stamens from Spring through to Autumn. They are quick and easy to grow lighting up any border, hanging basket or a pot on the deck. Extremely drought tolerant. Likes full sun.

Trim back after flowering to encourage more flowers.

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A superb, compact perennial that will produce beautiful golden yellow flowers with flecks of red running through the petals, from Spring through to Autumn. They are quick and easy to grow lighting up any border, hanging basket or a pot on the deck. Extremely drought tolerant. Likes full sun.

Trim back after flowering to encourage more flowers.

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A superb, compact perennial that will produce beautiful burnt red flowers with yellow stamens from Spring through to Autumn. They are quick and easy to grow lighting up any border, hanging basket or a pot on the deck. Extremely drought tolerant. Likes full sun.

Trim back after flowering to encourage more flowers.

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A superb, compact perennial that will produce stunning white flowers with yellow stamens from Spring through to Autumn. They are quick and easy to grow lighting up any border, hanging basket or a pot on the deck. Extremely drought tolerant. Likes full sun.

Trim back after flowering to encourage more flowers.

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Organic Slow Release Fertilizer - Easy and safe to use, made from heat treated bio-solids and full of minerals and nutrients for your garden or lawn. The small pellets will slow release for 12-16 weeks. Can be used without water and will not burn either roots or foliage. N6 P2 K0.4 trace elements.

This fantastic product is a must have for organic gardeners. It can be used safely on any plants that like fertilizer and is so easy to use on the lawn as it doesn't have to be watered in. The bio-solids are heated treated to 600 degrees ensuring they are weed and pathogen free. Bio Boost will feed your garden, add organic matter and as it binds to the soil waiting for plant up-take it will not leach into waterways. Eco-friendly. Suitable for plants being newly planted.

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A variety that performs best when planted in groups to maximize flowering and fruiting. Spring flowers are followed by large red berries that turn black when ripe towards the end of summer. Prefers full sun and well drained soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Deciduous.

Blackberries fruit on 2nd year wood. It is usual to cut back the cane that has finished fruiting and then train a 1 year old new cane in preparation for fruiting the following season. Suitable for planting in most areas of NZ.

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aka Blackberry

Exceptionally large, deep shiny black fruit that are packed full of flavour. Fruits for a long period but the main crop ripens in early summer. Plant in sun or part shade in nice deep acid soil for best results. Deciduous.

Blackberries fruit on 2nd year wood. It is usual to cut back the cane that has finished fruiting and then train a 1 year old new cane in preparation for fruiting the following season. Suitable for planting in most areas of NZ.

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aka Blackberry

This blackberry has an upright habit, no thorns and bumper crops of firm sweet fruit in summer - what more could you want? Someone to make the jam I suppose! Plant in sun or part shade in nice deep acid soil for best results. Deciduous.

See our How To pages for tips on growing Brambles and Berries. Suitable for planting in most areas of NZ.

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aka Crown Fern or Pui-Pui

Native Fern. This fern earned its name from the attractive crown of bright green radiating fronds. The fronds are long, narrow and segmented and form a rosette. Gradually spreads. Loves moisture and shade with protection from harsh frost. Perennial.

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aka Kiwikiwi Octopus fern

Native. A hardy fern with distinctive foliage and an open rosette formation in typical ladder style of the Blechnum genus. Typical of ferns enjoys moist shaded conditions for optimum growth.

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Blueberry Rabbiteye. An evergreen American cultivar that is suitable for warmer areas of NZ. The medium sized blueberries have an excellent flavour and start to ripen from January onward. Plant in the sun, in rich acid soil. Best planted with another Rabbiteye variety. Evergreen.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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Blueberry Rabbiteye - this variety not only tastes good it looks good in the garden as well. The berries are small, light blue, have an excellent flavour and ripe around March. Plant in sun or part shade in nice rich acid soil for best results. Pollinate with another Rabbiteye. 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

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This Southern Highbush Blueberry is a good choice for warmer areas of NZ. 'Marimba' is highly productive with large firm fruit full of flavour that ripen around December. Pollinate with another Southern Highbush. Plant in sun or part shade in rich acid soil for best results. Deciduous.

Though most Blueberries are self-fertile they will set fruit better if cross pollinated with another cultivar of the same variety.

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Blueberry Southern Highbush- an attractive plant with bright blue-green foliage. Large sized berries of excellent quality and flavour. Recommended for warmer areas of NZ. Partially self fertile, but will produce bigger and better crops if pollinated with another Southern Highbush. Deciduous.

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Blueberry 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'. Early harvest, November - December. Deciduous.

Northern Highbush Blueberries are suitable for cooler climates

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This gorgeous climber from South America will really brighten up a blank wall or trellis in your garden. Deep green foliage and glowing magenta purple flower bracts throughout summer add some real drama to any planting scheme. Protect from harsh frost. Evergreen.

Requires well drained soil, grows well in coastal areas. Plant for max. sun.

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Boysenberries with their sweet taste and just a hint of sharpness are a delicious summer treat. Perfect to eat fresh or for making jams and preserves. Easy to grow but it best to provide some horizontal support. Boysenberries are Floricanes, and fruit on 2nd year canes. Deciduous.

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aka Boysenberry

A great Boysenberry to grow as it has less thorns and has berries with an outstanding flavour. Grow in a sunny sheltered position and provide horizontal support. Prune in winter and remember Boysenberries are Floricanes and fruit on 2nd year canes . Ripe around January-February. Deciduous.

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Almost eternally flowering, Brachyscome Brasco Candy is a stunning easy to grow addition to any garden with bright candy pink flowers almost year round. Fast growing reaching 30cm quickly it makes a great border plant or plant in groups for effect. Prefers full sun and good drainage. Perfect for pots. Trim back in late winter to allow new growth to retain bushy habit.

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Almost eternally flowering, Brachyscome Brasco Purple is a stunning easy to grow addition to any garden with rich purple flowers almost year round. Fast growing reaching 30cm quickly it makes a great border plant or plant in groups for effect. Prefers full sun and good drainage. Perfect for pots. Trim back in late winter to allow new growth to retain bushy habit.

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Almost eternally flowering, Brachyscome Brasco Violet is a stunning easy to grow addition to any garden with rich violet flowers almost year round. Fast growing reaching 30cm quickly it makes a great border plant or plant in groups for effect. Prefers full sun and good drainage. Perfect for pots. Trim back in late winter to allow new growth to retain bushy habit.

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Large, silvery white leaves lightly veined in green. This vigorous variety has thicker, non-melting leaves that stand up well to heat and humidity. Loose clusters of tiny blue flowers float above the foliage in spring. Brunnera prefer well drained, moist soil enriched with organic matter. Perennial

Use Brunnera to add interest under deciduous trees or shrubs. The leaves are quite large and bold when mature. Just a little bit different.

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aka Bottlebrush

Bottlebrush - Pink. A very pretty shrub with candy-floss pink brush like flowers that appear from spring through to autumn. Birds, bees and butterflies love the flowers. Easy to grow in a sunny spot but needs protection from harsh frost. Trim lightly after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Bottlebrush

A robust and easy to grow evergreen shrub with stiff green foliage. Masses of crimson 'bottle-brushes' appear at the end of each branch from spring through to autumn. Loved by the birds and the bees. Likes a warm position with protection from harsh frost but generally undemanding.

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aka Hornbeam

Hornbeam. Ideal tree for hedging or pleaching. Attractive oval green ribbed foliage that has good autumn tones before turning brown. The leaves hold on the tree well into winter. Smooth grey bark, ornamental catkins in spring followed by ornamental winged seed 'nuts'. Deciduous.

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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.

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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.

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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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A colourful collection of tools so the kids can help you in the garden. A trowel, fork and cultivator with genuine wooden handles and steel strengthen pieces and collars. Ideal for the garden, beach, sandpit and more.

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aka Miniature Toetoe

The perfect plant to add texture and movement to your planting scheme. The arching narrow foliage sways gracefully in the wind. Plumes of creamy green flowers appear in early summer. Hardy and tolerant, easy to grow just about anywhere but prefers a well-drained position. Evergreen.

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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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Daltons premium quality nutrient enriched compost. Stimulates microbial and earthworm activity to enhance the availability of nutrients to plants. The added gypsum provides extra calcium and improves drainage. Use to produce bigger and healthier crops.

3 months mini prill fertiliser, trace elements, wetting agent, natural gypsum and coco fibre.

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aka Red Currant

Red currants are a great source of vitamin C. They are easy to grow and form attractive shrubs in the home landscape. The fruit can be picked fresh (if you beat the birds) or used for jams, jellies, juices and pies. Freezes well. Ripe around December-January. Deciduous.

Prune the main shoots of your Red Currant back by about 1/2 in winter to encourage new fruiting laterals. Remember that Red Currants mainly fruit on older wood.

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aka Soft Tree Fern or Katote

Native. Soft and delicate looking fronds spread horizontally from the crown reaching 2-2.5m in length. The trunk is covered in chestnut coloured scales. Plant in a sheltered position in moist humus rich soil. Water during dry spells. Evergreen
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Ice plant

First to open their flowers in the morning, these sun loving perennials are perfect for a pot or hanging basket. Delos Pink has mid pink flowers with a soft yellow centre and is excellent in areas which are hot and dry as it is very drought tolerant.

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aka Ice plant

First to open their flowers in the morning, these sun loving perennials are perfect for a pot or hanging basket. Delos Yellow has Fresh yellow flowers with a halo of white in the centre and is excellent in areas which are hot and dry as it is very drought tolerant.

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aka Ice plant

First to open their flowers in the morning, these sun loving perennials are perfect for a pot or hanging basket. Delos White has fresh white flowers with a soft yellow centre and is excellent in areas which are hot and dry as it is very drought tolerant.

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A pretty little spreading shrub that will delight you in mid winter when masses of white tubular flowers cover every bare branch and twig. The flowers are followed by fresh green summer foliage that has nice autumn tones before leaf fall. Hardy and easy to grow in sun or part shade.

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aka Flax Lily

Flax Lily. An easy care evergreen perennial with attractive arching foliage. The sword like leaves are blue on one side and green on the other making for a striking effect. Dainty sprays of blue flowers spring-summer followed by berries. Sun or part shade. Tolerant of coastal conditions. PVR.DRG04

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aka Flax Lily

Native. The NZ Flax Lily is a hardy and tolerant perennial with strappy thin light green leaves. In spring and summer dainty blue flowers stand above the foliage on wiry stems. These are followed by berries in the autumn. Lovely in large drifts. Evergreen. PVR

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Diascia are native to southern Africa. They have large flowers, a compact growth habit, and good branching. Diascia flower in early spring through summer. Use Diascia in hanging baskets, combo planters, or as a floriferous groundcover. Easy to grow. Perennial.

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aka Foamy Bells

A clump forming perennial that is mainly grow for the striking foliage. The leaves are a deep crimson and outlined in lime green. Likes semi-shade and well drained humus rich soil. PVR.

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aka Kentia Palm

Native to Lord Howe Island off eastern Australia this Palm needs a frost free, sheltered position if grown outdoors. Graceful feather like fronds and a smooth ringed trunk make this a striking specimen for tropical gardens. Looks best when planted in groups. NB Must have shade when young. Evergreen.

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aka Lacecap syn. Mariiesii Perfecta

A beautiful 'Lacecap' Hydrangea in tones of blue. The tiny central florets are surrounded by a halo of larger deep blue florets resulting in a large showy flat flower head. To ensure the flowers remain blue must be planted in acid soil or side dressed with Aluminium sulphate. Deciduous.

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aka Mophead Hydrangea

Mophead. One of our favourite Hydrangeas. Gorgeous large white flower heads that open from soft lime green buds. Lovely to pick. Best planted in dappled light in soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Deciduous.

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aka Pee Gee Hydrangea

Paniculata. An award winning Hydrangea with large conical flower heads that put on a magnificent display in summer-autumn. Flowers open a fresh shade of chartreuse, then gradually turn cream and finally become a deep smoky shade of pink. Best in humus rich soil, sun or part shade. Deciduous.

As this Hydrangea flowers on the new growth it is best pruned in early spring if in fact any pruning is required. If left to grow to its full potential it will put on a stunning display. Quite fast growing - the bloom colour is reliable regardless of the soil pH. Information Pages

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aka Mophead Hydrangea

Pretty in pink this compact Hydrangea has large Mophead flowers of deep 'crushed raspberry' pink. Lush foliage with bronze-maroon overtones. Grow in morning sun in fertile soil. Side dress with lime to maintain the pink colour. AKA Merveille Sanguine loosely translated means "Bloody Marvellous" Deciduous.

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aka Mophead Hydrangea

Mophead. The most requested blue Hydrangea for a good reason. The large mid-blue rounded flower heads look stunning in the garden or a vase. Plant in morning sun, water regularly in summer and side dress with aluminium sulphate to maintain flower colour. Deciduous.

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aka Lacecap Hydrangea

Lacecap. You will be delighted with the showy blooms of this lovely Hydrangea. The flowers have an outer halo of rosy red petals surrounding a dainty white centre. Nice lush dark green foliage. Happiest in semi-shade with humus rich soil. Deciduous. PVR.

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aka Japanese Holly

'Sky Sentry' AKA as 'Sky Pencil' is a wonderfully architectural plant with its strong upright, columnar habit. The small, dark green, glossy leaves hug the upright stems and always look tidy. Use where you want to make a punctuation mark in the garden. Easy to grow in sun or part shade.

'Sky Sentry' is a female form of Holly but needs a male for the flowers to turn into berries. Currently there is no male form on offer. 'Sky Sentry' has been awarded a Royal Horticulture Society Award of Garden Merit.

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aka Corkscrew Rush or Crazy Hair

Something a little different! Juncus Spiralis has foliage that twists and turns. This curly variety adds a bit of whimsy to the garden. Great to grow in fun containers such as head shaped pots, great for kids to enjoy because of the plants’ playfulness and irresistibility to touch. Perennial

Don't allow the soil to dry out. Foliage will turn yellow then brown if it gets too dry. It's a good idea to keep your corkscrew rush plant in a pot without a drainage hole. Juncus is native to marsh areas, so it loves soggy soil

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aka Bay Tree

Bay Tree. Tuscan Tower is an excellent form of Bay tree with lush dark green shiny foliage. Tuscan Tower will be great for the garden, pot & container work, not to forget use in the herb garden. Hardy large shrub. PVR applies.

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aka Bay Tree

A selected form of the ancient and ever popular Bay Tree. Having smaller leaves than other forms makes it ideal for topiary work. The leaves are aromatic, dark green and leathery and just love to be clipped or cooked! Tolerant of most conditions including coastal. Evergreen. Culinary.

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aka Bay Tree

A selected form of the ancient and ever popular Bay Tree. Having smaller leaves than other forms makes it ideal for topiary work. The leaves are aromatic, dark green and leathery and just love to be clipped or cooked! Tolerant of most conditions including coastal. Evergreen. Culinary.

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aka Bay Tree

A selected form of the ancient and ever popular Bay Tree. Having smaller leaves than other forms makes it ideal for topiary work. The leaves are aromatic, dark green and leathery and just love to be clipped or cooked! Tolerant of most conditions including coastal. Evergreen. Culinary.

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aka Bay Standard

A selected form of the ancient and ever popular Bay Tree. Having smaller leaves than other forms makes it ideal for topiary work. The leaves are aromatic, dark green and leathery and just love to be clipped or cooked! Tolerant of most conditions including coastal. Evergreen. Culinary.

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aka Spanish Lavender

This lavender is bit different with lots of frilly wings nestled in the dark purple flower bracts all the way down the bloom. A compact bush, highly fragrant, drought tolerant and attracts bees. Blooms with beautiful mauve wings are stunning in the garden whether planted singly or en-masse. Perennial

Lightly trim after flowering and fertilize to promote continuous flowering.

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aka Spanish Lavender

This lavender is bit different with lots of frilly wings nestled in the dark purple flower bracts all the way down the bloom. A compact bush, highly fragrant, drought tolerant and attracts bees. Blooms with beautiful mauve wings are stunning in the garden whether planted singly or in bulk. Perennial

Lightly trim after flowering and fertilize to promote continuous flowering.

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aka Spanish Lavender

A Lavender with a difference, with lots of frilly wings nestled into the flower bracts all the way down the bract. A compact bush, highly fragrant, drought tolerant and attracts the bees. With its beautiful pink flowers they are stunning in the garden whether a specimen or landscaped in bulk. Perennial

Lightly trim after flowering and fertilize to promote continuous flowering.

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aka Spanish Lavender

Lavandula. A unique Spanish variety of Lavender found growing in NZ. The light green-grey foliage has an aromatic Lemon scent, this is topped off with large yellow-green flower heads that appear in spring. Loves a hot sunny well drained position. Trim after flowering. Evergreen. PVR.

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aka Spanish Lavender

Love heart is a compact Spanish lavender with early, highly fragrant flower spikes. Flower heads are wine red with pink wings above. The bush is highly branched, attractive and aromatic grey green foliage. Can be grown in containers or well-drained flower beds. Protect from heavy frosts. Perennial

Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape.

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aka Spanish Lavender

Standard 90cm. Lavandula. A top performing 'stoechas' lavender with a profusion of plump flower heads that appear for months on end. Lovely aromatic gray foliage that responds to regular trimming. Happy in a sunny well drained position in a container or the garden. Evergreen.

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aka Fern Leaf Lavender

Lavandula. Fern Leaf Lavender. Originating in Australia this is a slightly different lavender with fine deeply divided grey leaves. The flowers appear for long periods and are coloured and intense violet blue. Likes the sun and protection from frost. Just a bit different. 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. The ponderosa lemon is a citrus species thought to be a hybrid of a lemon and a citron. It is less cold hardy than a true lemon. It bears medium to large fruit that have a thick and bumpy rind.Can be put in a container and can be grown indoors. Evergreen

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aka Lemon

Citrus. On 'Flying Dragon' rootstock to keep compact. A true lemon variety bearing basket-fulls of large oval shaped fruit with a distinctive sharp acidic flavour. Very juicy and has few seeds. The skin is fragrant and firm. Plant in the sun in well drained soil with protection from harsh frost.

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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

Native. An evergreen perennial with green sword-like leaves. Ideal for both shade and open conditions. It likes a well drained fertile soil. Panicles of white flowers around in early summer. Ideal for mass planting. Hardy

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aka Tahitian or Persian Lime

Citrus. Bearss Lime AKA Tahitian Lime. A tangy Lime with seedless fruit that is usually picked in winter when the skin is aromatic and green. Needs a sheltered frost free site to crop really well. Can be grown in a container. Ripens July-August. Evergreen.

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aka Tahitian or Persian Lime

Citrus. Bearrs Lime AKA Tahitian Lime. A tangy Lime with seedless fruit that is usually picked in winter when the skin is aromatic and green. Needs a sheltered frost free site to crop really well. Can be grown in a container. On Flying Dragon Dwarf Rootstock to keep compact. Evergreen.

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aka Tahitian Lime

Citrus. Aromatic foliage, highly scented flowers and delicious small juicy fruit. What more could you want. Harvest the fruit when green for that really tangy zing. The fruit gradually turns yellow when fully ripe. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.

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aka Lime

Citrus. A grafted dwarf variety of the popular Tahitian Lime. Aromatic foliage, fragrant flowers and delicious small juicy fruit. Harvest the fruit when green for that really tangy zing. The fruit will turn yellow when fully ripe. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Keep watered in summer. Evergreen.

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aka Statice

A perennial, clumping Statice that has a rosette of large leathery leaves topped off in summer with stems of small purple flowers. Lovely to pick and excellent for drying. Happiest in a sunny well drained spot. Perfect for coastal gardens.

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aka Turf Lily

A great little groundcover or edging plant. Grass-like dark green foliage that forms a clump and spreads. Spikes of dainty white flowers appear in summer and autumn followed by black berries. Drought and shade tolerant. Evergreen.

Best in full shade

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A compact variety of Lomandra that is very popular for smaller spaces and in narrow gardens where small does matter. Requires low care and will form a nice clump of fine emerald green strappy leaves. Frost tolerant. Can be trimmed to shape any time of year.

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This Aussie perennial is ideal for group planting in sun or part shade. Fine needles of lime-green foliage form an attractive clump and look good all year round. Little stems of yellow fragrant flowers in summer. Tolerates poor soil but likes good drainage. Easy to grow. Evergreen.

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aka Honey Reed

This tough little Aussie is a great plant for mass planting in difficult spots. Tolerant of poor soil and coastal conditions, sun or part shade. The blue-grey narrow strap like leaves quickly form a clump. Small, yellow, fragrant flowers in spring. Evergreen.

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Shara is a tidy compact form that is very hardy. This clumping grass like perennial has a finer leaf and very good in humid locations. Great as a border or pot plant, excellent for erosion control. Prefers full sun to part shade, well drained soil. Evergreen.

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aka Honey Reed

This tough little Aussie is a great plant for mass planting in difficult spots. Tolerant of poor soil and coastal conditions, sun or part shade. The deep green narrow strap like leaves quickly form a clump. Small, yellow, fragrant flowers in spring. Evergreen. PVR LM300.

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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.

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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.

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aka Laurel Magnolia

An evergreen Magnolia selected for its compact growth and hardiness and flower size. Its powerfully fragrant waxy cream flowers are produced from summer to autumn. A special specimen tree. Looks magnificent as a single specimen or plant in a row for attractive privacy.

Ideal small shade tree.

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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.

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A popular early maturing variety that has small, sweet juicy fruit of good colour and flavour. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Remove fruit with sharp secateurs a few centimeters above the stalk. An ideal container plant which will be both ornamental and productive. Evergreen.

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aka Ice Plant

Commonly known as the 'Ice Plant' this tough little perennial has fat succulent like leaves and a trailing habit. In spring and summer the foliage is smothered with creamy white shaggy daisy like flowers with a yellow centre and a touch of pink. Trim lightly after flowering. Loves the sun and well drained soil. Evergreen.

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aka Ice Plant

Mes-em-bree-anth-e-um - does that make it easier? Well it is definitely an easy plant to grow in hot dry spots where the soil is well drained and light. Little succulent like leaves in a blue-green tone and in summer masses of orange blooms to brighten up your day. Protect from frost. Evergreen.

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aka Port Wine Magnolia

Port Wine Magnolia. The dark wine-red blooms of this adaptable evergreen shrub are a little shy, hiding amongst the glossy green foliage. You'll definitely know they're there when you become intoxicated by the powerful fruity fragrance. Plant in sun or part shade with acid soil for best results.

A top choice for a well-behaved and fragrant hedge.

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aka Michelia

The strong leathery foliage is complemented in spring by brown furry buds which open to cream cup shaped flowers. Long flowering season and high plant health. Useful as a specimen, can be planted as a hedge or alternatively try in a container.

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aka Michelia

A beautiful new release which is sure to please with its furry brown buds that open to creamy white flowers with a distinctive and strong lemon fragrance. Gorgeous glossy green foliage. Flowers in spring.

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aka Chatham Island Forget-me-not

The Chatham Island forget-me-not is a stunning perennial with large, glossy ribbed foliage topped off with bold clusters of brightest blue flowers in summer and spring. Grow in a sheltered shady spot. Must have protection from afternoon sun. If happy will form a large clump. Evergreen.

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aka Navel Dwarf Orange

Citrus. 'Fukumoto' is an attractive Navel orange with large round fruit with quite a strong reddish tinge to the rind. Sweet tasting and delicious it ripens in late winter. Quite a compact grower. Plant in the sun in well drained fertile soil and protect from harsh frost. Evergreen.

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aka Valencia Orange

Citrus. Named after the Lue Gim Gong who was an influential Citrus grower in America during the 1900's. A form of Valencia orange that has sweet juicy fruit with a rich flavour. The fruit is of a medium size and ripens from around November. Award winner in 1911. Evergreen.

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aka Dwarf Valencia Orange

Citrus. Named after the Lue Gim Gong who was an influential Citrus grower in America during the 1900's. A form of Valencia orange that has sweet juicy fruit with a rich flavour. The fruit is of a medium size and ripens from around November. Award winner in 1911. Evergreen.

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aka Navel Orange

Citrus. A Spanish variety with fruit of an excellent quality and lots of juice. The fruit is produced in great quantity and is ready around June. Lovely deep red/orange skin. The tree is relatively thornless which is an added bonus. Happiest in a warm sunny spot. Evergreen.

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aka Dwarf Navel Orange

Citrus. On 'Flying Dragon' rootstock to keep compact. A Spanish variety with fruit of an excellent quality and lots of juice. The fruit is produced in great quantity and is ready around June. Lovely deep red/orange skin. As a bonus the tree is relatively thornless. Happiest in a warm sunny spot.

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aka Navel Orange

Citrus. On 'Flying Dragon' rootstock to keep compact. Newhall will be a great addition to your Citrus orchard as this orange tree has fruit of excellent quality and flavor. Crops really well and the fruit is ready around about October. Happiest in a warm sunny position. Evergreen.

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aka Dwarf Navel Orange

Citrus. On 'Flying Dragon' rootstock to keep compact. Large, easy-peel, sweet and seedless fruit with an excellent flavour and plenty of juice. Ripening around July the mature fruit will hold well on the tree. Perfect for a container but equally at home in the garden. Evergreen.

All Citrus like a warm sheltered position with regular feeding and plenty of water in summer. This is especially important if container grown. It is important to protect your Citrus from harsh frost. Citrus Information Pages

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7 in 1. An organic blend of sheep manure,chicken manure, horse manure, seaweed extract, mineral gypsum, blood and bone and zeolite. Great for maintenance,feeding and planting. A compressed pellet makes for easy use.

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aka Sweet Osmanthus

Fragrant by name and fragrant by nature. This large shrub or small tree has broad glossy green leaves offset by small cream flowers that sweetly perfume the air from spring to autumn. Plant in sun or part shade in nice rich soil. Do any pruning after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Sickle fern

Native to NZ. It is a beautiful plant with sickle-shaped dark green fronds that sit quite upright. They can be a bit tricky in that they can look great one year and then lose a lot of their fronds next year - can be grown outdoors or indoors. Likes the morning sun and a slightly damp situation.

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A fragrant peony that blooms early in peony season. Its flowers are light pink which gives an energetic and frivolous look. They are nice and sweet smelling. Springtime in a vase.