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aka Evergreen Azalea

Outstanding bloomer displaying snow-white blooms with distinctive chartreuse blotch on throat from late winter to mid spring. Useful as low hedge or showy landscape accents. Nice in containers. Evergreen. Plant in slightly acid soil plant. Prefers semi-shade.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

This lovely little Japanese Azalea is smothered with small bright purple-pink flowers from late winter until early summer. Well behaved and easy to grow it is ideal for mass planting in morning sun or semi-shade. Fresh green foliage that has bronze tones in winter.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

A compact Azalea that hails from Kurume in Japan. Fresh green spring-summer foliage and very pretty white blushed pink flowers in spring. The foliage shows bronze tones in winter. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and group plant to create real impact.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

This pretty little Kurume Azalea has small green leaves and soft mauve flowers that smother the bush from late winter on wards. Prefers morning sun or light shade. Requires acid soil so avoid lime.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

A medium ball shaped truss of a soft but rich salmon-apricot orange with deeper salmon markings, usually with a doubled centre. A very popular colour and a smaller growing compact plant. Prefers part shade or full sun, mulch well. Too much shade will have a detrimental affect on flowering.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

A beautiful evergreen azalea with deep pink ruffled double flowers from winter through to spring. A tidy and compact shrub. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

Set the spring garden on fire with the glowing coppery yellow blooms of this showy deciduous Azalea. The blooms are large, rounded . Plant in sun or part shade in well drained acid soil. Fresh green summer foliage with autumn tones prior to leaf fall.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Deciduous Azalea

In early spring this deciduous Azalea really shows off with sumptuous balls of pure white flowers highlighted with a yellow flare. Quite hardy but prefers a sheltered position in sun or part shade and deep acid soil to do well.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

The flowers of this pretty Azalea are a delightful combination of cream, lemon and peach tones. Blooms are borne in profusion on a compact and well-rounded bush. Quite stunning. Happiest in acidic soil and a sheltered position. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool. Fragrant Flower. Deciduous

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aka Deciduous Azalea

Fragrant and exceptionally hardy providing a massive display of brilliant, golden yellow single blooms with salmon pink highlights in late spring after opening from red-orange buds. Lush, bright green foliage, excellent for massing in shrub borders and perennial beds, or as a vibrant flowering foundation plant.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Outstanding, prolific bloomer with deep violet, double blooms. Lush, bright green foliage provides wonderful backdrop. Makes a showy landscape accent or mass for a stunning effect.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

This Azalea will really add the wow factor to the garden in early spring. The frilly textured blooms are a brilliant tangerine/orange and create a simply stunning display. Happiest in deep acid soil and though hardy will do best in a sheltered spot in the garden in sun or part shade.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

This little azalea simply masses itself in rose pink blooms over a long period in spring. Very tidy and compact habit. The small bright green leaves become bronze in winter. Top performing plant, happiest with protection from the afternoon sun in soil that is not too dry.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

A NZ bred Hybrid with large frilly trusses of bloom in brilliant orange tones. The blooms are lightly scented. Provides a spectacular display in spring. Fresh green summer foliage and nice autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Plant in sun or semi-shade in deep acid soil for best results.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

If you like yellow you will love this deciduous Azalea that has glowing spring blooms in tones of lemon and saffron yellow all highlighted with an apricot flare. The blooms have the added bonus of being lightly scented. Happiest in deep acid soil in sun or part shade. Bred in NZ.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

A stunning deciduous Azalea that produces large flowers of delicate salmon peach with a light yellow flare, in rounded trusses. Nicely fragrant flower. A striking combination of colours which will command attention in the late winter early spring garden. Plant in sun or semi shade in acid soil.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Rated as one of the finest Kurume Azaleas Princess Maud has rich, cerise pink blooms that make a right royal statement in late winter early spring. Happiest in semi-shade or morning sun. Avoid Lime,

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aka Evergreen Azalea

This little Princess has semi-double, frilly, crisp white flowers that appear in spring. Nice compact shrub for a semi-shaded corner of the garden. Can also be container grown. Prefers acid soil, generally hardy and easy to grow.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

Deciduous Azalea. An upright, evergreen shrub that is cold hardy. With its deep salmon flowers in early Spring they are heavily ruffled and look stunning against the lush green foliage. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool. Happiest in semi-shade and acidic soil.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

Gorgeous large heads of brightest orange-red appear on bare branches in late winter early spring. Plant in a group for maximum impact. Happiest in a sheltered position, mulch regularly to keep roots cool, other than that easy care. Good autumn leaf colour.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

Frilly single flowers appear in spring in brightest show off red and will certainly attract attention in the garden. Fresh green foliage in summer. Will grow in sun or part shade, prefers deep acid soil for best results. Hardy

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aka Evergreen Azalea

Light pink, gently shaded white towards petal tips. Full semi- double hose-in-hose type blooms with frilled edges. Plant in groups to light up a shady spot in the garden. Abundant spring flowering. Avoid Lime.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

Soft and sumptuous blooms form in pretty, rounded trusses to give an outstanding show. This deciduous Azalea has fragrant flowers of peach pink, yellow and cream with a bright flare of golden yellow spots. Happiest in acidic soil and a sheltered position. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

Fragrant, light pink flowers with pale pink centre and light yellow flare on the upper lobe. A free flowering shrub that provides a big splash of colour in spring. Plant in partial shade in acid soil.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

One of the purest white deciduous azaleas that there is. Flowers in nice rounded trusses have the lightest yellow flare on the upper lobe which fades to leave the pure white flowers. Delightful sweet scent. Mid-season flowering.

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aka Evergreen Azalea

White Schame is a small evergreen shrub that has an abundance of white flowers in late winter to spring and a sporodic display again in autumn. Prefers a cool moist position in acid soil so avoid lime for this gorgeous azalea.

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aka Deciduous Azalea

An early spring show-off with large, trusses of golden yellow blooms highlighted with orange and apricot tones. All this and perfumed as well. Fantastic! Happiest in deep acid soil in sun or part shade. Deciduous.

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aka White Dog Rose

A delightful low growing, compact shrub with small dark green leaves that is overwhelmed with a profusion of white bell flowers from spring to summer. Shows good frost resistance. Light shade to full sun. Good drainage. Hardy. Prune to tidy if needed after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Dog rose

A delightful low growing, compact shrub with small dark green leaves that is overwhelmed with a profusion of dainty pink and white bell flowers from October to late November. Shows good frost resistance. Light shade to full sun. Good drainage. Hardy. Prune to tidy if needed after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Mexican Lily

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

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

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aka Box

A slow growing compact form of Box with a naturally rounded shape. In spring the fresh new growth is shaded a beautiful soft lime green turning to a darker glossy green on maturity. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen.

'Green Gem' is the perfect choice for a low hedge as it doesn't need as much clipping as other Buxus due to its compact habit. Nice for topiary work too. Though 'Green Gem' is very tolerant and hardy it prefers not to have 'wet feet' in winter - quite understandable, I don't much like wet feet myself!

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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 Californian Lilac

This NZ cultivar of the popular 'Californian Lilac' is a fast growing spreading shrub useful for tumbling over walls or for using as a ground-cover. In spring masses of blue flower heads smother the bright green foliage. Likes a sunny well drained spot and protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.

Prune after flowering to keep tidy. Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser.

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aka Mexican Orange Blossom

A top rated performance plant for multiple planting, filling in a background or can be used as a low hedge. Glossy deep green leaves are offset by aromatic clusters of white flowers late winter through spring. Hardy and easy to grow in sun or light shade. Evergreen.

The name Mexican Orange Blossom describes the look of the white flowers rather than the perfume as the flowers of this useful shrub are aromatic rather than sweetly perfumed.

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aka Rock Rose

Rock Rose. A spreading evergreen shrub with aromatic grey-green felted foliage and masses of crisp white flowers with yellow centres that appear in spring. Selected as something special at the Botanical Gardens in Auckland. Loves the sun and good drainage and tolerates light frost.

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aka Bush Morning Glory

Morning Glory Bush. One of the best silver foliage shrubs available. Looks fabulous planted in a group. Pure white open trumpet flowers produced en masse from summer through to autumn. As with most grey foliage plants happiest in sunny position with good drainage. Evergreen.

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

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

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

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

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aka Ake Ake

Native. Ake Ake. A no fuss evergreen foliage shrub that can be used for hedging or background planting. The slightly wavy leaves are shaded purple and bronze and will have better colour if not over-fed or pampered. Will grow just about anywhere except full shade. Evergreen.

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aka Escallonia

A compact dwarf Escallonia with vibrant glossy leaves and brilliant pink bell-shaped flowers from late Spring to late Summer. Fast growing, it will develop into a showy hedge, clips well. Good as a potted specimen. Prefers full sun to part shade, well drained soil. Good coastal plant, frost tolerant. Evergreen

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aka Spindle Bush

Are you looking for a nice low bright green hedge plant that is easy to grow and clips and shapes well? If so then little "Emerald Gem" is the plant for you. The foliage remains small, dainty and glossy. Tolerant of just about any soil or planting position.

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Add some romance to your garden with this beautiful Gardenia that has very fragrant double, waxy white blooms from autumn through to summer. Glossy green foliage and rounded habit. Plant in semi-shade in nice rich acid soil with protection from frost. Great container plant. Evergreen.

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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, pure white double rosettes of fragrance in early summer. Plant in a warm, frost free position. Feed regularly for best results.

Gardenias will grow happily in a pot as long as they are fed and watered regularly. They are gross feeders and respond well to regular liquid feeding. They can take a little sun but in NZ they are best protected from the hot afternoon sun.

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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.

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aka Grevillea

A vigorous, ground-hugging shrub with divided green leaves that look a bit like an Oak leaf. The new shoots have a red tinge that matches the red 'toothbrush' flowers that appear from spring to autumn. Happy in the sun, tolerant of light or poor soils. Protect from frost. Evergreen.

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aka Mophead Hydrangea

Mophead. Lush fresh green foliage and large rounded heads of cornflower blue will delight in summer-autumn. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade in rich acid soil for best results. Side dress with Aluminium sulphate to maintain the blue colour. 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 Mophead Hydrangea

Mophead Hydrangea. This European cultivar is considered to be one of the best blue Hydrangeas. Large showy heads from summer to autumn on a reasonably compact plant. Happy in morning sun or semi-shade in acid soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Deciduous.

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aka Red Diamond

Paniculata. This brilliant Hydrangea is the reddest of all Hydrangea paniculata varieties. During early summer it unfurls very large heads of white flowers. These flowers gradually turn pink and as summer moves into autumn a spectacular purple shaded red.

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aka Miniature Hydrangea

A unique little Hydrangea that is slow growing and very compact. The rich pink flower heads sit amongst lush green foliage that forms a tight mound. Perfect for the front of the border, or containers. Tolerant and easy to grow. Side dress with Lime to maintain the pink tones. Deciduous.

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aka Mophead Snowball

Mophead. If you love the crispness of white flowers set against fresh green foliage then you will love this attractive Hydrangea. Big rounded heads of pure white flowers that appear from summer through to autumn. Nice compact habit so equally at home in a container or the garden. Deciduous.

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This hydrangea has large, mophead flowers that are a striking blue-lavender colour. A hardy, deciduous shrub preferring partial shade and fertile, moist, free-draining soil. Fertilising with Sulphate of Aluminum will help enrich the blue colouring. Deciduous.

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aka Lacecap Hydrangea

This striking Lacecap Hydrangea has large flowers that come in a vibrant shade of pink with red overtones. The tight central head of the flower is surrounded by dainty florets. To retain the pink shade side dress with Lime. Deciduous.

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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. Easy to grow. Evergreen.

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aka Spanish Lavender

Lavandula. Laveanna are a new range of ultra compact bushy Lavender which are early flowering. Laveanna Grand Purple features chunky deep purple blooms on short stems which smother the attractive greyish green foliage from spring throughout summer. Very well branched bushy habit. Prefers full sun.

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aka Spanish lavender

Lavandula. Laveanna are a new range of ultra compact bushy Lavender which are early flowering. Laveanna Violet Blue features chunky deep purple blooms on short stems which smother the attractive greyish green foliage from spring throughout summer. Very well branched bushy habit. Prefers full sun.

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aka Spanish Lavender

Lavandula. Laveanna are a new range of ultra compact bushy Lavender which are early flowering. Laveanna white features chunky purple blooms with white tufts on short stems which smother the attractive greyish green foliage from spring throughout summer. Very well branched bushy habit. Prefers full sun.

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aka Australian Lavender

Lavandula. What a pretty little Princess this Australian bred lavender is with dark pink tufted blooms that appear from spring through to summer. Aromatic grey-green foliage combines well with the flowers. Loves the sun and good drainage and a cut back after flowering. Evergreen.

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aka Fringe Flower

A beautiful foliage shrub that has deep burgundy leaves and new red growth, looks good all year round. In spring shaggy bright pink/red fringe flowers start to appear and decorate the somewhat pendulous branches. Grow in the sun or part shade. Evergreen.

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aka Orange Jessamine

This delightful evergreen shrub with aromatic foliage and highly perfumed flowers is a close cousin of Citrus. The summer flowers are white and are followed by lovely red berries. The foliage is a rich green. Likes a sunny spot with humus rich soil and protection from frost. Evergreen

Murraya responds very well to clipping (after flowering) and can be used as a low hedge or for topiary - as you would use Box. An extremely popular landscaping plant for frost free areas and it really does smell simply wonderful.

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aka Chinese Sacred Bamboo

This highly decorative form of the Chinese welcome bush is valued for the wonderful autumn foliage colour which intensifies to a brilliant red in winter. Though 'Gulfstream' is easy care and hardy the plant will appreciate some slow release fertilizer at the end of summer. Evergreen.

'Gulfstream' can be used as a low hedging plant with great success. It has a nice compact and well behaved habit. Equally at home in a container.

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aka Nandina

This Nandina is for those of you who don't want red in your gardens! Magical Lemon n Lime has bright lime green foliage that fades to a deep green -it will not turn red even in winter! The two tone greens look amazing. Stunning as a hedge, boarder or in containers, superb for cut foliage. Evergreen

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aka Nandina

This selection of Nandina offers a compact and dense growth habit that grows slowly producing bright red new growth that greens on maturity. Very low maintenance plant. Drought tolerant once established. Full Sun. Evergreen.

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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 Osmanthus

A top performing little evergreen shrub with dainty glossy green foliage and a profusion of highly fragrant little white flowers that appear in winter. Easy to grow in morning sun or dappled light, prefers acid soil is possible. Responds well to clipping which should be done after flowering. PVR.

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A dramatic, cold hardy evergreen shrub has green holly-like leaves that first emerge deep purple on new growth. An incredibly tough plant that produces deliciously fragrant small white flowers in autumn. Easy to grow in morning sun/dappled light, prefers acid soil if possible.

Responds well to clipping which should be done after flowering.

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. A special plant for a semi-shaded spot. Fresh bronze young foliage that matures to green. Panicles of fragrant white bell flowers with a hint of rose at the tips make quite a show in spring. Looks good all year round. Happiest in a deep acid soil and semi-shade. Evergreen

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. Our Dorothy is a charming shrub with rich green summer foliage that takes on red tones in winter. Deep burgundy flower buds appear in winter and open to fragrant racemes of white bells tinged with pink. Nice compact habit. Plant in semi-shade in acid soil. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. An award winning form of this popular spring flowering shrub. The variegated green and white foliage is decorated with panicles of white bell like flowers in spring. New foliage emerges flaming red. Very striking. Likes dappled shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. A superb evergreen shrub for a semi-shaded position. New foliage opens red changing to pink and eventually fresh green. In spring drooping panicles of pearly white fragrant flowers make a lovely display. A top plant for year round performance. Evergreen

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley shrub. Gorgeous glossy green foliage with fiery crimson new shoots in spring. Large clusters of fragrant, pure white, bell like flowers hang in pretty racemes from early spring. Lovely background shrub for a semi-shaded spot. Likes acid soil. Hardy. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. A well behaved and compact evergreen shrub with neat light green foliage. In spring pendulous racemes of pure white flowers with a gentle fragrance decorate the whole plant. Looks good all year round. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

A lovely dwarf shrub of compact, bushy habit that carpets itself in masses of pure white lily-of-the-valley like flowers in the spring. Bronze tinted new foliage makes lovely contrast with the green and white. Requires a moist but well drained acid soil in partial shade. Evergreen

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

Lily of the Valley Shrub. Tall, slender, upright evergreen shrub with bright red new foliage growth. Clusters of bell-shaped white flowers bloom in spring in a showy display. Makes an excellent colour display as a hedge or foundation shrub. Evergreen

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aka Lily of the Valley Shrub

A special form of Pieris that has large creamy flowers which droop in seductive panicles in spring. New foliage growth emerges with a warm bronze tone and matures to glossy emerald green. Looks really good all year round and is well worth planting in a semi-shaded spot. Evergreen.

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aka Lily of the Valley shrub

Lily of the Valley shrub. This is a vigorous grower with attractive new shoots that are a fiery red maturing to dark green. Pearly white fragrant flowers hang in attractive racemes and appear in spring. Prefers semi-shade and acid soil. Evergreen.

Rhododendron. With a nice tight foliage it puts on a magnificent display lavender-pink trusses on a compact plant making it a perfect plant for the home garden. It will tolerate full sun and free draining acidic soil. Evergreen.

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Very large, rounded trusses of brilliant bright pink flowers decorate this Rhododendron in spring. Vigorous bushy growth habit with attractive foliage. Happiest with dappled light. Mulch around the roots annually to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Excellent compact Rhododendron with stunning foliage. Beautiful showy trusses of cream flowers with an attractive pink edge stand out against the leathery green foliage in spring. Plant in a semi-shaded position and mulch regularly to keep the roots cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Drop dead gorgeous flowers of deep waxy red decorate the glossy deep green foliage from late winter-early spring. Vigorous and easy to grow in dappled light. Prefers acid soil and a nice layer of mulch applied annually. Avoid Lime. A must have for anyone who likes Rhododendrons. Evergreen.

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Highly prized for the deliciously decadent deep black red blooms that appear in late spring. Dense compact habit with dark green foliage. Happiest planted in dappled light with acid soil. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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aka Shrub

Rhododendron. Large full trusses of deep wine purple with a dark blotch appear in spring. Handsome dark foliage and a vigorous upright habit make this a Rhododendron to add to your collection. Plant in semi-shade and mulch the roots regularly to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron. White with rosy pink edges and cream in the center are the flowers that grace this plant. New foliage is a deep bronze-red and a little smaller than ‘Elizabeth Red Foliage’. A very attractive, compact plant, in winter it displays red buds. Mulch Annually and avoid lime. Evergreen

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Large full trusses of deep purple-pink flowers with unusual showy blotches of deep purple on the upper petal. Handsome dark foliage and a vigorous upright habit make this a Rhododendron to add to your collection. Plant in semi-shade and mulch the roots regularly to keep cool. Avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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Beautiful rounded trusses of pink with a cream throat appear in early spring. A nice small and compact Rhododendron. Happiest in a semi-shaded position with acid soil. Mulch regularly to keep the surface roots cool. Evergreen.

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You'll get a real buzz when you see Rhododendron'Bumble Bee' blooming its head off in your garden in spring. Large rounded trusses made up of 25 flowers that are vivid purple with a deep maroon blotch. Handsome dark glossy green foliage. Plant in dappled light and mulch roots annually to keep cool. Evergreen

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Pretty pink wavy edged flowers fading to white as they age. This is another plant in the 'Seven Dwarf' series of compact Rhododendrons. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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A vigorous, hardy and tolerant Rhododendron that has deep rose pink, trumpet blooms that form dense large trusses. Very free flowering, puts on a spectacular display mid spring. Plant in dappled light with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Est 10 yr. growth. Evergreen.

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Dense trusses made up of cup-shaped flowers form a rare combination of rose with creamy pink in the throat. Woolly indumentum underneath large, elliptic leaves. A Rhododendron in a class of its own. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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One of the best reds in the genus! If you love red, this flower will knock your socks off! The calyx is almost as big as the flower and just as red. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron With lovely, long, lily-white flowers and a yellow center these fragrant flowers, flower late Spring. Tall upright habit. Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Very hardy. Evergreen.

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A stunning variety with amazing white blooms that are flushed and streaked with carmine; an unusual showy accent plant; needs well-drained, acidic soil. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Fragrant. Evergreen

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A gorgeous medium size Rhododendron with bright green dense foliage and very large trusses of lemon yellow flowers. Really tidy easy to grow plant. It flowers mid to late spring. Prefers dappled light and acid soil, mulch annually and avoid Lime. Evergreen.

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What a superb Rhododendron this is. A sturdy compact habit with large, deep green, handsome foliage. The wow happens in early spring when large rounded trusses of vivid red blooms will light up the garden. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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This Rhododendron is an amazingly prolific flowerer, offering strong apricot pink flowers. Dark green rolled foliage and compact habit. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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A lovely Rhododendron with deep green foliage and a neat and tidy habit. The compact trusses of bloom appear in spring and are in tones of apricot opening to large creamy flowers. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen. Highly recommended.

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A nice compact Rhododendron with loose trusses of frilly orange blooms suffused with yellow. The flowers smother the long narrow foliage in mid spring. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil, suitable for container growing. Evergreen.

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Rhododendron A beautiful plant, with soft primrose yellow flowers smothering the bush. Giving a translucent glow in partial shade this rhododendron will light up any corner. Free flowering, bushy habit. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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This Dwarf Rhododendron has yellow greenish coloured flowers that appear in spring and a compact habit. Happiest in acid soil in dappled shade. Mulch the surface roots regularly to keep cool. Evergreen.

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Large, tight trusses of burgundy-red flowers that are paler in the center to near white. Flowering late Spring early Summer. It has a unique form as the flowers appear perfectly symmetrical. Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Very hardy. Evergreen.

One of the best black reds. Growing Rhododendrons

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One of our most popular fragrant Rhododendrons. Strong perfume. Large white flowers with flushed yellow throat. Tends to have a slightly open habit. Prefers a sheltered position in the semi-shade away from frost. Avoid lime, acid lover. Evergreen.

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Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland

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Rhododendron Sumptuous fat buds of golden yellow open to reveal exquisite large blooms in a soft lemon-cream shade. Just gorgeous - no wonder Micheal was proud. Nice green foliage. Plant in semi-shaded, sheltered position in acid soil for best results. Tolerates light frost. Evergreen.

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A vigorous and reliable Rhododendron with large trusses of snowy white flowers with a hint of brown speckling in the throat. Flowers in spring. Plant in a semi-shaded spot with acid soil and mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Clothed in round rich soft lavender flower with darker centre, compact growing, free flowering with large trusses. Plant in semi shade, avoid Lime and mulch annually for best results. Evergreen.

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With large orange-copper flowers in loose trusses in late Spring this one is more suited to warmer climates which helps add that tropical feel to any garden along with its nice green foliage. Plant in acidic soil, well drained and will tolerate a bit more sun than shade. Hardy. Evergreen.

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A very pretty Rhododendron with apricot buds that open to reveal cream and pale yellow blooms with an apricot centre. Generous with bloom in spring. Forms a nice compact bush with dark green foliage. Happiest in semi-shade in acid soil. Mulch regularly to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Large bright white flowers with a small gold eye. Round, full trusses against excellent large foliage.Plant in well drained, acidic, organically enriched soil, sun to part shade. Very hardy. Bloom Mid-late. Evergreen.

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A really lovely award winning Rhododendron that has a rounded compact habit. Dark green, glossy foliage and breath taking blooms. Rounded trusses of cream flushed with pink and soft apricot appear mid spring and gradually fade to creamy-white as they age. Evergreen.

Perfect for a semi-shaded spot.

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A striking medium size variety with medium size trusses of white flowers that are boldly edged bright red with unusual foliage that is brightly variegated with splashes of lime green. Spring flowering. Good for in the garden or planting under large trees in a sheltered location. Evergreen.

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A stunning red Rhododendron with large trusses of up to 18 flowers in cardinal red p a spotted black throat. An excellent shrub for semi shade and prefers moist peat soils. Enjoys a top dressing of peat. Evergreen

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Small trumpet shaped flowers of soft saffron yellow are ideal to bring light into a shady corner. The leaves are long, narrow and quite glossy. Generous with bloom in mid spring. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Narrow foliage in tones of olive green and an open habit. In spring striking blooms of white, blotched with purple-black appear in nice round trusses. Plant in semi-shade with acid soil for best results. Mulch annually to keep the roots cool. Evergreen.

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Copius bell-shaped blooms are produced early in the season. The pretty flowers are pale pink shading to rich rose pink. Vigorous, compact shrub which forms a mound. Leaves are long and grey-green. Requires shelter from the wind and fertile, acid soil that does not dry out. Hardy. Evergreen.

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An unusual Rhododendron with star-like flowers and deeply cut lobes and pointed tips. With orange buds opening to cream to yellow in color with a wine red throat early to mid Spring. A lovely dense, rounded shrub. Thrives in acidic soils that are moist but well drained and partial sun. Evergreen.

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Twice as Nice has the brightest pink-apricot flowers with a prominent maroon blotch in the centre of the throat. Plant in well drained soil in a semi shaded spot to maximise potential.

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aka Rhododendron

In spring, compact trusses of pink flowers open from deep apricot buds. The flowers mature to salmon-yellow with a crimson blotch. Long pointed evergreen foliage. Good strong healthy growth and a compact habit. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil.

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Handsome dark green foliage, a broad rounded habit and ravishing red blooms in spring. The flowers present themselves in large domed trusses. Sensational. Will tolerate some sun but best in dappled light with acid soil. Evergreen.

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Rich pink buds appear in spring and open to beautiful large trusses of blush white blooms that have a hint of green in the centre. Handsome glossy green foliage and a vigorous upright habit. Plant in semi-shade in acid soil for best results. Evergreen.

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aka Lilac

Beautiful buds of claret purple open to bright cyclamen pink, double blooms in mid spring. The clusters of flowers are beautifully formed and fragrant. Nice to pick. Plant in sun to light shade in deep well worked soil. Side dress with lime occasionally. Deciduous.

Any pruning should be done immediately after flowering.

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aka Lilac

Large panicles of double lavender blooms will fill your spring garden with delicious fragrance so plant where you can make the most of it. Lilacs like sun or dappled shade, deeply worked soil and a side dressing of Lime annually. Any pruning should be done immediately after flowering. Deciduous.

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aka Lilac

Commonly known as Lilac but there is nothing common about this lovely spring flowering lilac. Delicious panicles of deep mauve single blooms with a reddish hue and a delightful fragrance. Happy in sun or part shade in deeply worked soil. Side dress with Lime annually. Deciduous.

Any pruning should be done immediately after flowering.

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aka Lilac

Lilac. Tight red buds open to reveal panicles of large soft rose pink single flowers. Very generous with bloom that will fill your spring garden with a rich fragrance. Happy in sun or part shade in deeply worked soil. Side dress with Lime annually. Deciduous.

Any pruning should be done immediately after flowering.

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aka Lilac

Distinctive double flowers of lovely purple-violet drip deliciously in long panicles during spring. Very fragrant and lovely to bring indoors. Really a bit too pretty to be named after a General! Plant in sun to light shade in deep well worked soil. Side dress with lime occasionally. Deciduous.

Any pruning should be done immediately after flowering.

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aka Lilac

Very attractive lavender-purple blooms that fade nicely to lilac-pink as they age. Strongly perfumed compact panicles. Place where you can make the most of the perfume in spring. Plant in sun to light shade in deep well worked soil. Side dress with lime occasionally. Deciduous.

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aka Lilac

This selection of the popular Lilac tree has bright carmine rose, single flowers that are borne in broad open panicles during October. They have a mild fragrance and are lovely to pick. Plant in sun or shade in deeply worked soil. Side dress with Lime annually. Deciduous

Any pruning should be done immediately after flowering.

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aka Lilac

A fantastic, popular large shrub or small garden tree Primrose Lilac produces masses of strongly scented creamy yellow flowers. Mid to dark green, heart-shaped foliage makes an appealing foil for the large flowers in spring and summer, which attract all kinds of wildlife such as bees and butterflies.

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aka Australian Rosemary

This tough little Aussie shrub looks good even when neglected. Dark green rosemary like foliage that forms a spreading mound, masses of white flowers that appear mainly in spring. Likes the sun but will tolerate some shade. Must have good drainage. Evergreen.