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PAGE 1 2 ALL aka Sticky Wattle Sticky Wattle. Usually a ground cover but presented here as a topiary standard transforming it into a beautiful designer plant. Fast growing with graceful weeping branches. Tolerates most soil conditions as long as its well drained. Fragrant pale yellow flowers. Evergreen. Acacia Howittii Expected Stock Height: STD-60/70 cm ? New stock expected Beginning of May, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Box Std This form of Buxus has attractive green leaves with lighter green new growth, suitable for classic small hedges and topiary work. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Presented here as a standard. Evergreen.
Buxus Green Gem Std 70cm Current Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ? Container: 10l ? $109.99 aka Box The ubiquitous English Box is a versatile and rewarding plant that is easy to grow. The small, stiff, green leaves are perfect for trimming and shaping and always look good at any time of year. This 1 ball topiary specimen can be grown in a container or a special place in the garden. Evergreen.
Buxus Sempervirens 1 Ball Std 50 cm Current Stock Height: STD-50/HGT-65 cm ? Container: 8l ? $109.99 aka English Box The ubiquitous English Box is a versatile and rewarding plant that is easy to grow. The small, stiff, green leaves are perfect for trimming and shaping and always look good at any time of year. This 2 ball topiary specimen can be grown in a container or a special place in the garden. Evergreen.
Buxus Sempervirens 2 Ball Std Current Stock Height: Std-60/HGT 75 ? Container: pb8 ? $119.99 Sasanqua Std. One of NZ's favourite Camellias and deservedly so. An abundance of large wavy white blooms with prominent yellow stamens appear in early autumn through to early winter. The blooms are softly scented. Happiest in semi-shade. Evergreen. Presented here as a Standard. Camellia Setsugekka Std New stock expected Beginning of June, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $99.99. Payment on order.
aka California Lilac Std. An attractive 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. Ceanothus Blue Sapphire Std Current Stock Height: STD-60/HGT-90 cm ? Container: 6l ? $139.99 Stock of this item is very low. 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. Chaenomeles Orange Storm 90cm Std Current Stock Height: STD-80/HGT-130 cm ? Container: 8.5l ? $139.99 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. Chaenomeles Pink Storm 90cm Std Current Stock Height: STD-80/HGT-130 cm ? Container: 8.5l ? $139.99 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. Chaenomeles Scarlet Storm 90cm Std Current Stock Height: STD-80/HGT-130 cm ? Container: 8.5l ? $139.99 aka Korokio Std Standard. 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.
Corokia Frosted Chocolate Std 70cm Current Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ? Container: 6l ? $109.99 aka Korokio A tough, hardy shrub discovered by the late Mike Geenty in the Waikato. A top plant for hedging or topiary. Attractive olive-green leaves, small yellow flowers in spring followed by red berries that birds love. Tolerates regular trimming. Presented here as a topiary standard. Evergreen.
Corokia Geentys Green Std 70 cm Current Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ? Container: 6l ? $109.99 aka Cotoneaster Low growing wide spreading habit with stiffly angled branches. Bright green leaves turning vivid orange in Autumn. Red and white flowers followed by masses of shiny red berries. Grafted on as a 90cm standard. Prune in autumn after leaf fall. Deciduous. Cotoneaster Horizontalis Std 90cm Expected Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-110 cm ? New stock expected Beginning of August, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $89.99. Payment on order.
aka Barberry Cotoneaster A fast growing shrub with lush dark green foliage of small glossy green leaves always look tidy. Tiny white flowers in spring followed by bright red fruits. Stunning in the garden or a large container. Hardy, semi-evergreen.
Cotoneaster Royal Beauty Current Stock Height: 10/25 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $29.99 aka Upright Daphne Who doesn't love the smell of Daphne? This gorgeous evergreen shrub has flowers that emit one of best fragrances Mother Nature ever created. Glossy green foliage and clusters of pink and white blooms from late winter to early spring. Prefers semi-shade, good drainage and lime free soil.
Daphne O Leucanthe Std Expected Stock Height: STD-50/HGT-100 ? This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock. 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.
Gardenia Professor Pucci Std Expected Stock Height: STD-80/HGT-120 cm ? New stock expected Beginning of May, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
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. Gardenia Veitchii Std Expected Stock Height: STD-65/HGT-80 cm ? New stock expected Beginning of May, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
This bright little standard shrub will add 'sunshine yellow' to your garden in late winter when not much else is in bloom. A fast grower with bright green evergreen foliage that clips well. The pea shaped yellow flowers appear from late winter to early spring. Happy in a well drained sunny spot.
Genista Yellow Imp Std Current Stock Height: STD-60/HGT-100 cm ? Container: 8l ? $144.99 aka Grevillea New standard form of this evergreen shrub with bright red flowers and glossy green foliage. Ideal for attracting birds into the garden. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Light pruning will help to maintain the shape of the shrub. Evergreen. PVR. Grevillea Lady O Std Current Stock Height: STD-50/90cm/HGT-90 c ? Container: 3.3l ? $69.99 aka Kapuka Native Std Topiary. A selected form of the ever popular Griselinia. Gorgeous, broad, glossy green foliage with attractive wavy margins. Ideal in a pot or container or grown in a formal line for some added height. Very tidy and well groomed. Evergreen. Griselinia Whenuapai Std 120cm Expected Stock Height: STD-120cm/HGT-150cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. aka Large Round Kumquat Large Round Kumquat. A hybrid variety with thick, rigid, dark green foliage and fragrant, white flowers in spring. The rounded fruit are of good quality and the whole fruit can be eaten as the peel is quite sweet with just a hint of acid. The flesh is also sweet with few seeds. Evergreen. Kumquat Meiwa std Current Stock Height: STD-100/HGT-120 ? Container: 6l ? $169.99 Stock of this item is very low. aka Bay Tree This is a top 10 shrub which not only looks good it tastes good as well! The leathery dark green foliage is highly aromatic and popular for cooking. This same foliage clips extremely well making the 'Bay' perfect for hedging and topiary work. Presented here as a standard. Easy to grow. Evergreen. Laurus Nobilis Std Medium Expected Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-140 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. 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. Laurus Nobilis Std Tall Current Stock Height: STD-120/HGT-170 cm ? Container: 25l ? $209.99 Stock of this item is very low. 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. Laurus Nobilis Tuscan Towers Std 100cm Expected Stock Height: STD-100/HGT-120 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. 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. Laurus Nobilis Tuscan Towers Std 110 cm Expected Stock Height: STD-110/HGT-150 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. 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. Lemon Meyer Std 90cm Current Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-120 cm ? Container: 8.5l ? $159.99 This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now. Lemon Meyer Std 120cm Current Stock Height: STD-120/HGT-140 cm ? Container: 8.5l ? $169.99 This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now. aka Finger Lime Australian Finger limes. Known as the caviar of citrus with deliciously aromatic, smooth pebbled skin thats pink turning to brown when ripe, with a crisp lemon lime flavour combination with tiny leaves and thorns. Needs a sheltered frost free site to crop really well. Can be grown in a container. Lime Australasica Brown Patio Std Current Stock Height: STD-80/HGT-100 ? Container: 14l ? $199.99 aka Tahitian Lime Citrus. Aromatic foliage, highly scented flowers and delicious small juicy fruit. Harvest the fruit when green for that really tangy zing. The fruit gradually turns yellow when fully ripe. Keep clipped in shape to maintain the standard. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen. Lime Tahitian Std Expected Stock Height: STD-80/HGT-90 cm ? THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Sweet Gum Now this is really special. A unique form of Liquidambar with a dense, rounded habit. The fresh green summer foliage puts on a vibrant autumn display in tones of red and purple, holding well into winter. Grafted on to a standard that forms a characterful 'corky' trunk. Deciduous. Liquidambar Gumball H/W 1.2m Current Stock Height: STD-120/HGT-150 ? Container: 8l ? $109.99 Liquidambar Gumball H/W 1.2m Expected Stock Height: STD-120/HGT-170 cm ? This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock. aka Sweet Gum Now this is really special. A unique form of Liquidambar with a dense, rounded habit. The fresh green summer foliage puts on a vibrant autumn display in tones of red and purple, holding well into winter. Grafted on to a standard that forms a characterful 'corky' trunk. Deciduous.
Liquidambar Gumball H/W 1.8m Expected Stock Height: STD-180/HGT-200 cm ? THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS Liquidambar Gumball H/W 1.7m Expected Stock Height: 170/230 cm ? This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock. aka Sweet Gum Now this is really special. A unique form of Liquidambar with a dense, rounded habit. The fresh green summer foliage puts on a vibrant autumn display in tones of red and purple, holding well into winter. Grafted on to a standard that forms a characterful 'corky' trunk. Deciduous.
Liquidambar Gumball H/W 70cm Expected Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-110 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. aka Box Honeysuckle 'Box Honeysuckle' - Bushy evergreen shrub with tiny oval deep green leaves. Small creamy white fragrant flowers in summer. Often used as a faster growing Box substitute. Ideal for topiary work and very effective for hedging. Fast growing and hardy. Presented here as an upright standard.
Lonicera Nitida Std 75cm Current Stock Height: STD-75/HGT 90 ? Container: 8l ? $109.99 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. Presented here as a topiary standard.
Loropetalum Burgundy Std Expected Stock Height: STD-60/HGT-100 cm ? New stock expected Autumn, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Fringe Flower An interesting shrub with neat oval leaves that are shaded in tones of burgundy and deep green. The shaggy bright pink 'fringed' flower heads appear in spring. The growth habit is slightly lax and pendulous. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Prefers a slightly acid soil. Evergreen.
Loropetalum China Pink Std 70cm Current Stock Height: STD-70cm/HGT-90cm ? Container: 10l ? $99.99 Stock of this item is very low. aka Michelia Michelia Std. Bred in NZ this fabulous evergreen tree has glossy foliage, velvet buds, beautiful cream flowers with a pink blush and a gentle fragrance. What more could you want? Plant in sun or semi-shade in a sheltered position.
Evergreen. Michelia Bubbles Std New stock expected Middle of September, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $129.99. Payment on order.
Michelia Bubbles Std Expected Stock Height: STD-110/HGT-180 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. 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.
Michelia Figo Std Current Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-130 cm ? Container: 6l ? $129.99 Michelia Figo Std Current Stock Height: STD-50/HGT-100-120 c ? Container: 8l ? $149.99 aka Michelia This small evergreen tree is a real winner. Glossy green leathery foliage which always looks tidy. Clips well should you wish to consider using for topiary or hedging. Velvety brown buds open to the most deliciously scented little cream flowers in early spring. Easy to grow and quite tolerant.
Michelia Yunnanensis Std 70cm Expected Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. aka Chilean Guava or Cranberry Attractive bronze-green foliage all year round, fragrant pretty white flowers in spring and edible reddish-purple berries in summer. The berries are often referred to as 'Cranberries' but they are not the true Cranberry. Nonetheless they have a nice flavour and are pleasant to eat.
Myrtus Ugni Std Current Stock Height: STD-70/HGT-90 cm ? Container: 8l ? $109.99 aka Olive This olive from Greece has a nice compact form making a good choice for topiary work. Attractive grey green foliage and small white flowers followed by heavy crops of small fruit that have good oil content. Happiest in the sun with protection from harsh wind. Standard. Evergreen. Olea El Greco Std 90cm Current Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-120cm ? Container: 6l ? $109.99 Olea El Greco Std 3yrs New stock expected Beginning of June, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $129.99. Payment on order.
aka Standard Blood Orange Medium sized fruit, deep red flesh and rind with a bright red blush. Flavour is stronger and aroma is more intense than usual. Earliest ripening of the blood oranges but the longest to reach fruiting maturity. Few seeds. Plant in fertile soil, where this tree will get lots of sunshine. Evergreen Orange Blood Moro Patio std Expected Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-120 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. aka Locust Bella's Gold has golden yellow foliage with contrasting red stems that forms a 'lollipop' ball of foliage on a straight stem. Good for small gardens and can be grown in a container. Prefers a sheltered position with well drained soil. Trim regularly if you wish to keep the round shape. Deciduous.
Robinia Bellas Gold Mop Top H/W 1.5m Expected Stock Height: STD-170/HGT-200cm ? THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka False Acacia Do you want something really different to feature in the garden or a container? The twisted contorted branches and lacy foliage of 'Lace Lady' will certainly attract attention. White fragrant flowers may occur in summer and nice yellow autumn foliage. Height will depend on graft. Deciduous.
Robinia Lace Lady H/W 1.2m Expected Stock Height: STD-120/HGT-140 cm ? New stock expected End of July, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Robinia Lace Lady H/W 1.2m Expected Stock Height: STD-120/HGT-140 cm ? This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock. aka Contorted Black Locust Do you want something really different to feature in the garden or a container? The twisted contorted branches and lacy foliage of 'Lace Lady' will certainly attract attention. White fragrant flowers may occur in summer and nice yellow autumn foliage. Height will depend on graft. Deciduous.
Robinia Lace Lady H/W 1m Expected Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-120 ? New stock expected Beginning of August, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $92.99. Payment on order.
H 1.5m in 10 years.
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 0m
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 100cm x 60cm
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
This beautiful Camellia is definitely one of my favourites. Introduced from Japan in 1898 so a proven winner! Translation of the name means Snow, Moon and Flowers - isn't that just lovely?
Habit: Shrub Tall
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser.
PVR:
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Brown
Corokia are tolerant of coastal conditions and thrive in just about any soil though their preference is for an open sunny site. Very quick to establish. Can be grown in a container.
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Stdcm x cm
Leaves: Semi-Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 100cm x 200cm
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
PVR:
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): stdcm x 100cm
Tolerant of just about any planting conditions including coastal.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Std
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Shrub
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
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.
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Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
This is a versatile fruit for the kitchen whether used for marmalade, flavouring spice, eaten fresh or used to garnish other foods. Trifoloate root stock / fruit in approx 3 - 4 years
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 2m x 2m
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Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
Plant your Liquidambar in deeply worked soil that does not completely dry out in summer.
Leaves: Deciduous, Seasonal Change
Mature Size (HxW): 1.5m x 0.6m
Plant your Liquidambar in deeply worked soil that does not completely dry out in summer for best results.
Leaves: Deciduous, Seasonal Change
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.1m x 1m
New stock expected End of July, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Liquidambar prefer a deeply worked soil that does not dry out completely in summer. Overall relatively easy and trouble free.
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Clump
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Std
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Naturally grown in semi- and tropical regions, Blood Oranges required cool nights with daytime warmth with plenty of sunshine hours for the fruit to show "blood" colours. As trees mature the fruit colour is enhanced.
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Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Leaves: Deciduous, Light
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 1.5m
New stock expected Beginning of August, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $92.99. Payment on order.
Flowering is possible but not guaranteed. Ball can reach to 2x2m
Habit: Standard
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Robinia are generally tolerant of poor soil but they like moisture and protection from strong wind. Flowering is possible but not guaranteed.
Habit: Tree Multi Branched
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
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