ABELIA 'DWARF WHITE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AB05

PB 6.5

Easily grown small shrub with glossy green foliage which turns bronze in autumn. Clusters of pure white flowers throughout the summer. This plant is very hardy to cold. It prefers a sunny site. Excellent for hedging.

 

ABELIA 'FRANCIS MASON'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AB03

PB 6.5

Medium sized shrub, golden green leaves with a bronze tinge. Clusters of white flowers through the summer. Hardy to cold, prefers a semi-shaded site for the best colour. Trim after flowering to manage its shape. A good contrast shrub.

 

ABELIA 'KALEIDOSCOPE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AB07

POT 3.5

Medium sized shrub with yellow and green variegated leaves. Leaves go a lovely orange in winter. Clusters of white flowers in summer. A very pretty shrub for a semi-shaded site, avoid full sun. Hardy.

 

ABELIA 'SNOW SHOWERS'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AB15

POT 3.5

Attractive medium sized shrub. White and green colourful variegated foliage on red stems through the summer and Autumn. During winter and spring the leaves are greyish-green. A mass of white flowers through summer. Will grow in semi-shade or sun, tolerates dry sites, hardy to cold.

 

ABELIA SCHUMANNII

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AB10

PB 5

Easily grown small shrub with soft deep green foliage which turns bronze in autumn. Clusters of soft pink flowers spring through to autumn. Excellent for hedging. Hardy to cold. Plant in semi shade or sun.

 

ABELIA xGRANDIFLORA

Ht 2 x 2 mt

AB06

PB 6.5

Rounded, spreading, multi-stemmed shrub in the honeysuckle family. Ovate, glossy, dark green leaves turn purplish-bronze in autumn. grow on gracefully arching branches. Custers of white-tinged-pink, bell-shaped flowers which appear in the upper leaf axils and stem ends over a long and continuous late spring to fall bloom period. Flowers are fragrant. Very hardy and vigorous. Avoid very cold wet areas. Great for an informal hedge or difficult banks.

 

ABUTILON 'GOLDEN FLEECE'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

AB35

PB 6.5

Dense bushy shrub with erect branches and light green leaves. In summer it has clusters of large, golden, butter-yellow, bell-shaped flowers . The flowers are full of nectar which will attract birds. Protect from heavy frost. Will grow in sun or shade.

 

ABUTILON 'NABOB'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

AB45

POT 3.5

Dense bushy shrub with erect branches and light green large leaves. In summer it has clusters of nodding, deep crimson bowl-shaped flowers . The flowers are full of nectar which will attract birds. Protect from heavy frost. Will grow in sun or shade.

 

ABUTILON 'Terracotta'

Ht 2 x 2 mt

AB55

POT 3.5

Vigorous bushy shrub with long erect branches and green leaves. Most of the year around it will have clusters of terracotta coloured bell shaped flowers. The flowers are full of nectar which will attract birds. Protect from heavy frost. Will grow in sun or shade. Trim to maintain bushiness.

 

ABUTILON 'VICTORY'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AB39

POT 3.5

This evergreen shrub is grown for it's brightly coloured yellow pendant flagon-shaped flowers, calyx will redden in cold climates. It flowers 9 months of the year, tuis love the nectar. Easy to grow. Trim to shape to avoid it becoming untidy. Prefers a sheltered semi-shaded site. Lovely allowed to grow through large shrubs.

 

ABUTILON 'WHITE GOLD'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

AB75

POT 3.5

Dense bushy shrub with erect branches and light green large leaves. In summer it has clusters of white, bell-shaped flowers with prominent yellow stamans. The flowers are full of nectar which will attract birds. Protect from heavy frost. Will grow in sun or shade.

 

ABUTILON hybrid

Ht 2 x 1 mt

AB25

POT 3.5

Delightful small shrub with red flowers in the summer. The flowers are full of nectar which will attract birds. Protect from heavy frost. Will grow in sun or shade.

 

ABUTILON MEGAPOTAMICUM

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AB40

POT 3.5

Scrambling shrub is grown for the bright red and yellow pendant flowers. It flowers 9 months of the year, tuis love the nectar. Easy to grow. Trim to shape to avoid it becoming untidy. Prefers a sheltered semi-shaded site.

 

ACAENA 'BLUE HAZE'

Ht 10 x 50 cm

ACA18

POT 2.5

Very flat spreading native bidibidi. It will grow to form a mat of small, pale blue leaves. Pinkish balls of flowers. Prefers soils that do not dry out, grows in sun or shade. Hardy to cold. Great amongst paving stones and boulders. It is quick growing and always looks good. Grows naturally in the South Island, east of the Alps from subalpine to high alpine, open but sheltered sites.

 

ACAENA INERMIS 'PURPUREA'

Ht 5 x 40 cm

ACA22

POT 2.5

Very flat spreading native bidibidi. It will grow to form a mat of purple-bronze leaves. Cream balls of flowers. Prefers soils that do not dry out, sun or shade. Hardy to cold. Great amongst paving stones.

 

ACER PALMATUM

Ht 5 x 3 mt

ACE76

PB 6.5

Japanese maple. Attractive tree with leaves emerging in spring pinkish green, changing to green in summer. In Autumn the leaves turn red and orange. Protect from wind. Frost hardy. Deciduous.

 

ACER PENTAPHYLLUM

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ACE84L

PB 28

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ACER PENTAPHYLLUM

Ht 7 x 4 mt

ACE84

PB 6.5

Small, vase-shaped, multi-stemmed, deciduous tree. Small yellowish flowers bloom in late spring each year. Flowers are followed by fruits with wing and nutlets. Red-petioled, dark green leaves emerge late in spring each year. Autumn color ranges from yellow to orange to red. Cool, moist, acidic, well-drained soils in full sun to part-shade. Winter hardy. Shelter from strong winds. It is native to mixed forests and valleys in Sichuan Province, China. This is an endangered species on the brink of extinction in the wild.

 

ACHILLEA 'ANTHEA'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

ACH54

POT 2.5

Upright, clump-forming hybrid yarrow with deeply-dissected, fern-like, aromatic, silvery grey foliage and long-lasting, soft primrose-yellow flowers, that fade to cream which appear in dense, flattened, plate-like, compound clusters throughout the summer on erect stems. Best grown in lean, dry to medium moisture, well-drained sandy loams in full sun. Does well in average garden soils and tolerates poor soils. Avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. Deadhead spent flower heads to promote additional bloom. Divide clumps as needed to reinvigorate plantings.

 

ACHILLEA 'CASSIS'

Ht 35 x 50 cm

ACH55

POT 2.5

Upright, clump-forming hybrid yarrow with deeply-dissected, fern-like, aromatic, green gray foliage and long-lasting, bright red flowers which appear in dense, flattened, plate-like, compound clusters throughout the summer on erect stems. Best grown in lean, dry to medium moisture, well-drained sandy loams in full sun. Does well in average garden soils and tolerates poor soils. Avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. Deadhead spent flower heads to promote additional bloom. Divide clumps as needed to reinvigorate plantings.

 

ACHILLEA 'CORONATION GOLD'

Ht 50 x 40 cm

ACH57

PB 5

Upright, clump-forming hybrid yarrow with deeply-dissected, fern-like, aromatic, silvery to grey-green foliage and long-lasting, bright mustard-yellow flowers which appear in dense, flattened, plate-like, compound clusters throughout the summer on erect stems. Best grown in lean, dry to medium moisture, well-drained sandy loams in full sun. Does well in average garden soils and tolerates poor soils. Avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. Deadhead old flower heads encourage more flowers. Divide clumps as needed to reinvigorate plantings.

 

ACHILLEA 'LOVE PARADE'

Ht. 60 x 40 cm

ACH58

POT 2.5

Upright, tufted, perennial yarrow that is native to Siberia. Each small flower is soft pink flowers with pale yellow stamens in summer. Pinnately dissected leaves are sessile, deeply toothed and lanceolate. Bright green, narrow, saw-toothed, leathery, dark green, lance-shaped leaves. Hardy,sunny site.

 

ACHILLEA 'RED VELVET'

Hy 60 x 60 cm

ACH62

POT 2.5

Upright, clump-forming hybrid yarrow with deeply-dissected, fern-like, aromatic, green grey foliage and long-lasting, dark red flowers which appear in dense, flattened, plate-like, compound clusters throughout the summer on erect stems. Best grown in lean, dry to medium moisture, well-drained sandy loams in full sun. Does well in average garden soils and tolerates poor soils. Avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. Deadhead spent flower heads to promote additional bloom. Divide clumps as needed to reinvigorate plantings.

 

ACHILLEA 'TERRACOTTA'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

ACH65

POT 2.5

Upright, clump-forming hybrid yarrow with deeply-dissected, fern-like, aromatic, green grey foliage and long-lasting, apricot-orange flowers which appear in dense, flattened, plate-like, compound clusters throughout the summer on erect stems. Best grown in lean, dry to medium moisture, well-drained sandy loams in full sun. Does well in average garden soils and tolerates poor soils. Avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. Deadhead spent flower heads to promote additional bloom. Divide clumps as needed to reinvigorate plantings.

 

ACMADENIA 'STARBLUSH'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

ACM88

POT 2.5

Delightful small shrub with a rounded dense habit. It is covered in rosy pink star-like flowers through winter and spring. Trim lightly after flowering. Plant in sun or semi-shade. Avoid heavy frost, tolerates some dry once established.

 

ACORUS 'MINI GREEN'

Ht 15 x 20 cm

ACO95

POT 1.5

A miniature and attractive little grassy perennial from Japan. Forms neat clumps of weeping green leaves on short rhizomes both of which have a sweet cinnamon fragrance, especially when dried. Ideal for boggy spots or at pond/stream edges. Great for edging around small ponds.Prefers semi-shade and tolerates very wet conditions.

 

ACORUS GRAMINEUS 'ALBO VARIEGATA'

Ht 30 x 30 cm

ACO93

POT 2.5

This perennial has pretty white and green flax-like foliage, which lies in flattened rows. Great for edging around small ponds.Prefers semi-shade and tolerates very wet conditions.

 

AEONIUM 'ZWARTKOP'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

AE05

POT 3.5

A branched succulent with rosettes of glossy dark purple foliage. Clusters of yellow flowers. Avoid heavy frost and wet. Will grow in sun or shade.

 

AEONIUM ARBOREUM

Ht 50 x 50 cm

AE02

POT 3.5

A branched succulent with rosettes of mid green foliage. Clusters of yellow flowers. Avoid heavy frost and wet. Sun or shade.

 

AGAPANTHUS 'BLUE FINN'

Ht 20 x 20 cm

AG07

POT 1.5

An easily grown perennial with neat green strappy leaves. Attractive blue flowerheads that bloom for months on end. An eco friendly low fertlity variety that is self infertile. Great for hot dry gardens, as an edging or for difficult sites. Bred by Ian Duncalf, Tauranga and named after his son.

 

AGAPANTHUS 'PURPLE CLOUD'

Ht. 1 x 1 m

AG14

PB 6.5

A large clump-forming perennial with strap-like, strong broad bright green leaves. Spikes of semi-pendulous deep-purple flowerheads in summer, the stems may grow up to 1.5 mt tall. Grows in many soil types, but they must be well-drained. Flowers best in a sunny site, avoid heavy frost. Good plant for difficult steep banks, edging drives or the back of a border.

 

AGAPANTHUS 'TINKERBELL'

Ht 20 x 20 cm

AG24

POT 1.5

Delightful small agapanthus with cream and green striped leaves. Forms a dense colourful clump. Prefers to be planted in light shade, a good edging plant. Occasionally it will have light blue flowers. Raised by Barry McKenzie, Topline Nurseries, Oratia.

 

AGATHIS AUSTRALIS.

Ht 10 x 3 mt

AG30

PB 5

An iconic NZ native Kauri tree. Tall narrow form, whorls of branches clothed with mustard green foliage. A feature where ever planted. Grows best in fertile, rich soil that does not dry out. Avoid heavy frost.

 

AGATHOSMA CILIATA

Ht 40 x 40 cm

AG26

POT 2.5

Sweet South African shrub with highly aromatic aniseed scented foliage. Balls of pink buds and flowers all through the winter. Will grow in sun or part shade, best in free draining soil. Pretty planted with perennials or other small shrubs.

 

AGAVE 'RAY OF LIGHT'

Ht 1 x 1mt

AG50

POT 1.5

A distinctive succulent with an attractive shape. Forms a large bold rosette of wide, pale green leaves, edged with white. In time it will develop multiple rosettes. Great for pots or dry sunny sites in the garden. Will grow in semi-shade. Avoid frosty sites.

 

AGERATUM HOUSTONIANUM

Ht 60 x 60 cm

AGE10

POT 3.5

Dense rounded perennial with soft light green leaves. Beautiful lilac-blue fluffy flowers smother the plant from early summer right into late autumn. Best in partial shade, avoid heavy frost. Flowers attract butterflies and bees.

 

AJUGA 'CATLINS GIANT'

Ht 10 x 40 cm

AJ10

POT 2.5

A mat of glossy burgundy leaves carpet the ground all year round. In spring colourful spires of deep blue flowers are produced all over the plant. A great plant for dry shade, though more vigorous in good soil. Good for underplanting shrubs and trees.

 

AJUGA 'CHOCOLATE CHIP'

Ht 10 x 50 cm

AJ13

POT 1.5

A mat of glossy long narrow burgundy leaves carpet the ground all year round. In spring colourful spires of deep blue flowers are produced all over the plant. A great plant for dry shade, though more vigorous in good soil. Good for underplanting shrubs and trees.

 

ALBIZZIA JULIBRISSEN ROSEA

Ht 5 x 3 mt

ALB10

PB 6.5

This popular shade tree forms a wide flat canopy of branches with a graceful habit. Clusters of pink flowers in summer. Great shade tree for the BBQ or deck area Deciduous.

 

ALCHEMILLA MOLLIS 'THRILLER'

Ht 15 x 40 cm

AL15

POT 2.5

Clumping perennial which forms a mound of scallop-edged, soft-hairy, light green leaves. It is native to mountain areas in eastern Europe. Star-shaped, chartreuse flowers appear in loose, spreading clusters on stems rising above the foliage in late spring to early summer. The leaves retain moisture beads after a rain. A unique and attractive ornamental feature. Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade, but tolerates close to full shade. Prefers part afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Performs well in moist garden areas

 

ALECTRYON EXCELSA

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AL20L

PB 28

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ALECTRYON EXCELSA

Ht 4 x 2 mt

AL20

PB 6.5

Impressive native tree. Dense rounded crown. Glossy green leaves. Cluster of small flowers followed by shiny black seeds in a bright red berry. Attractive for birds. Avoid very frosty or cold sites. Grows well in most other conditions, including coastal sites.

 

ALOE FEROX

Ht. 2 x 1 mt

AL50

POT 2.5

Tall single stemmed Aloe with spiny dull green leaves forming a rosette. Large candelabra spikes of red flowers in winter, providing food for bees and birds. Must have free draining soil in a warm sunny site. Tolerates some frost. Has some medicinal qualities.

 

ALOE PLICATILIS

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AL55

POT 2.5

This succulent has bold clusters of silver-grey leaves in a fan formation, as the plant matures it develops many branches. Tall stems of scarlet-orange flowers in winter to spring. It prefers warm dry sites with good drainage. Excellent for pots.

 

ALOE POLYPHYLA

Ht 60 x 60 cm

AL57

POT 2.5

Unique succulent, which grows in a strong spiral within a stemless rosettes. Grey-green leaves. Tall stems of salmon-pink flowers appear in the autumn to spring, full of nectar for the birds. Fantastic for pots or the dry warm garden sites.

 

ALOE STRIATA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AL75

POT 2.5

A beautiful succulent forming a rosette shape. Large fleshy grey-green leaves with a red margin. Tall stems clothed in coral-red flowers appear in the winter. This plant prefers protection from heavy frost, a sunny site. Looks really good in pots. Must be in well drained soil.

 

ALOE THRASKI

Ht 2 x 1 mt

AL80

POT 2.5

Large single stemmed succulent with massive rosettes of beautifully recurved leaves. The leaves are a dull green, and armed with small prickles along the margins. Branches of yellow-orange flowers in winter/spring. Protect from heavy frost. Sunny site best. Grows well in a coastal site.

 

ALOE VERA

Ht 40 x 40 cm

AL85

POT 2.5

Interesting succulent with mid green leaves, clustered on stems. Food for birds and bees. Stems topped with yellow flowers in summer. Tolerates moist or dry soil, though do not over water in winter. Best in a warm sunny site. Avoid frost. Known for its healing properties.

 

ALOIDENDRON BARBERAE

Ht 5 x 2 mt

AL40

POT 3.5

Aloe bainesii This giant succulent forms a short stocky tree with a heavy broad trunk. Rosettes of bold sword like bronze-green leaves are carried on the branch tips. Heads of 3cm long bright pink, tipped green, tubular flowers on 50 cm branched stems. Summer flowering. Avoid planting in wet cold areas with heavy frosts. Prefers a dry sunny site. This grows into a very imposing 'architectural' plant, very much a feature.

 

ALOIDENDRON BARBERAE

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AL40L

POT 8.5

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ALOYSIA TRIPHYLLA

Ht. 2 x 2 mt

ALO10

PB 5

Aromatic shrub with lemon sented leaves. Spikes of small lavender-purple flowers in summer and autumn. Protect from frost, prefers a warm sunny site. Leaves may be dried for culinary use and in pot-pourri and sachets. Trim to maintain a bushy shape. Best in well drained soils with some mulch.

 

AMELANCHIER CANADENSIS

Ht 5 x 3 mt

AM10

PB 6.5

Deciduous small tree. White flowers in early spring. Green leaves change to orange-red in autumn. Hardy to cold and tolerant of most conditions.

 

ANIGOZANTHOS 'ROYAL MIST'

Ht 80 x 40 cm

AN58

POT 2.5

Australian perennial which flowers profusely spring to Autumn. Bright green sword-like leaves form a fan. Dark red and green woolly flowers carried on red stems. This plant prefers a warm sunny site in the garden or may be used in pots. Nectar brings the birds to feed. Remove dead flower heads for continued flowering. Tolerates only light frost.

 

ANIGOZANTHOS FLAVIDUS 'GREEN'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

AN45

POT 1.5

Perennial with bright green sword-like leaves forming a fan. Limely yellow woolly flowers carried on tall stems, flowers profusely in the summer. This plant prefers a warm sunny site in the garden or may be used in pots. Nectar brings the birds to feed. Remove dead flower heads for continued flowering. Tolerates only light frost.

 

ANIGOZANTHOS FLAVIDUS 'RED'

Ht 60 x 40 cm

AN50

POT 1.5

Australian perennial which flowers profusely in summer. Bright green sword-like leaves form a fan. Bright red woolly flowers carried on red stems. This plant prefers a warm sunny site in the garden or may be used in pots. Nectar brings the birds to feed. Remove dead flower heads for continued flowering. Tolerates only light frost.

 

ARISTEA MAJOR (capitata)

Ht 1 x 1 mt

ARI46

PB 6.5

Clumping perennial with tall green sword-like leaves. In spring tall spikes grow clustered with intense blue flowers. Very showy. Grow in free draining soil, in a semi-shaded site. Tolerates some frost and dry once established.

 

ARMERIA 'BALLERINA RED'

Ht. 15 x 30 cm

ARM30

POT 2.5

Easily grown, undemanding sun-loving evergreen perennial. Low ground cover plant with closely tufted long green leaves. Clusters of red flowers in balls on long stems in spring. Hardy to most soils.

 

ARMERIA 'BALLERINA WHITE'

Ht 10 x 50 cm

ARM35

POT 2.5

Easily grown, undemanding sun-loving evergreen perennial. Low ground cover plant with closely tufted long green leaves. Clusters of white flowers in balls on long stems in spring. Hardy to most soils.

 

ARMERIA 'JOYSTICK WHITE'

Ht. 20 x 50 cm

ARM52

POT 2.5

Low ground cover plant with grass like leaves. Easy to grow. Clusters of white flowers in balls on long stems in spring. Best in a sunny site.

 

ARTHROPODIUM CIRRHATUM

Ht 40 x 60 cm

ART60

PB 5

NZ native Rengarenga lily. Attractive clumps of grey-green leaves. Useful for growing under trees or dry, shady sites. Stems of attractive white flowers through the summer. Avoid heavy frost. Needs well drained soil.

 

ASPLENIUM BULBIFERUM

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AS05

POT 2.5

A terrestrial or epiphytic fern found in moist gullies and rainforests. Finely cut, fresh green leaves on glossy dark arching fronds growing from the base in a fountain habit. Plantlets grow on the upper part of the leaf. Prefers a shady site, with soil that does not get too dry. Wonderful as a ground cover in shady conditions. Hardy to cold.

 

ASTELIA BANKSII

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AST15

POT 2.5

This native from the West Coast of the North Island has arching narrow silver leaves. Spikes of fragrant pale green flowers tinted ivory in spring. Needs free draining soil that does not get too dry. Will grow in sun or semi shade. Grows naturally on coastal exposed rocky cliffs. Tolerates light frost.

 

ASTELIA CHATHAMICA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AST20

POT 2.5

Distinctive NZ native perennial with bold silver sword like leaves. Gives a wonderful contrast with other plants. Naturally occurs on the Chatham Islands. Best results when planted in a site that does not dry out. Spikes of greeny-yellow flowers followed by orange berries.

 

ASTELIA FRAGRANS

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AST25

PB 5

Handsome NZ native perennial with arching green to bronze leaves. Spikes of greeny-yellow flowers followed by orange berries. Prefers semi-shade, will grow in damp soil and will also tolerate dry.

 

ASTELIA FRAGRANS 'WESTLAND'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AST30

PB 5

Handsome NZ native perennial with arching reddish-bronze leaves. Spikes of greeny-yellow flowers followed by orange berries. Prefers semi-shade, will grow in damp soil and will also tolerate dry.

 

ASTILBE 'DIMANTE'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

AST50

POT 2.5

Herbaceous perennial with divided, mid-green to bronze leaves and plumes of white flowers in late summer and early autumn. Prefers good soil that does not dry out, sun or semi-shade. Deciduous and hardy.

 

ASTILBE 'GLORIA'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

AST65

POT 2.5

Herbaceous perennial with divided, mid-green to bronze leaves and plumes of pale salmon pink flowers in late summer and early autumn. Prefers good soil that does not dry out, sun or semi-shade. Deciduous and hardy.

 

ASTILBE CHINENSIS

Ht 40 x 40 cm

AST48

POT 2.5

Herbaceous perennial with divided, dark green leaves and plumes of pink flowers in late summer and early autumn. Prefers good soil that does not dry out, sun or semi-shade. Deciduous and hardy.

 

ASTILBE X ARENDSII 'FANAL'

Ht 60 x 40 cm

AST60

POT 2.5

Herbaceous perennial with divided bronze leaves and plumes of dark wine red flowers in late summer and early autumn. Prefers good soil that does not dry out, sun or semi-shade. Deciduous and hardy.

 

ATRIPLEX CINEREA

Ht 50 x 100 cm

ATR10

PB 5

Low greyish shrub of open coastal areas. Leaves semi-fleshy, grey, narrow, with white flecks on surface. Twigs reddish, covered in fine grains. Flowers and fruit inconspicuous, Occurs naturally in New Zealand and Australia. Found on boulder beaches, within salt marshes, on sand spits and shell banks. Hardy ground cover for coastal sites, tolerates salt spray. Dense grey foliage and cream flowers. Attractive all year around.

 

AUBRIETA 'DOUBLE PINK'

Ht 10 x 40 cm

AU06

POT 1.5

A charming low growing perennial. In spring this plant is covered in masses of double pink flowers. Will cascade over walls, steps. Prefers sun. Hardy.

 

AUBRIETA X CULTORUM

Ht 10 x 40 cm

AU05

POT 1.5

Ground cover perennial with soft grey-green leaves which form a dense low mound. In spring it is covered with masses of mauve-purple flowers. Flowers best in a sunny site, looks great cascading over a wall. Hardy to cold and dry.

 

AUCUBA 'FOREST GREEN'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

AU07

POT 3.5

Large shrub which forms a dense bushy habit, with bold large dark green leaves. Small clusters of olive green flowers followed by bright red berries in autumn. Female plant. Excellent tub plant. Always plant in a site protected from full or very hot sun. Will grow in dry shady sites, hardy to frost. Trims well to shape.

 

AUCUBA 'JUNGLE GIRL'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

AU10

POT 3.5

Large shrub which forms a dense bushy habit, with bold dark green leaves slightly marked with gold. Small clusters of olive green flowers followed by very dark crimson-red berries in autumn.Female plant. Excellent tub plant. Always plant in a site protected from full or very hot sun. Tolerates dry shady sites, hardy to frost. Trims well to shape. Good to brighten a shady corner.

 

AUCUBA JAPONICA 'CROTONOIDES'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

AU08

POT 3.5

Large colourful shrub which forms a dense bushy habit, with bold leaves beautifully marked with gold and green variegations. Small clusters of olive green flowers followed by very dark crimson-red berries in autumn. Excellent tub plant. Always plant in a site protected from full or very hot sun. Will grow in dry shady sites, hardy to frost. Trims well to shape. Good to brighten a shady corner.

 

AUCUBA JAPONICA 'SALICIFOLIA'

Ht 1.5 x 1.5 mt

AU12

POT 3.5

Large shrub which forms a dense bushy habit, with deep green narrow glossy leaves. Small clusters of olive green flowers followed by very dark crimson-red berries in autumn. Excellent as a tub plant. Always plant in a site protected from full or very hot sun. Will grow in dry shady sites, hardy to frost. Trims well to shape.

 

AZALEA 'BRIDES BOUQUET'

Ht 75 x 75 cm

AZ38

POT 2.5

Compact shrub with fresh green leaves. This shrub grows into a rounded shape. Clusters of pure white fully double flowers from late winter to mid spring. Grows best in lime-free good soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade. Hardy.

 

AZALEA 'KIWI ANNIVERSARY'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

AZ58

POT 2.5

Compact rounded shrub. Clusters of white flowers in spring. Grows best soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade. Hardy.

 

AZALEA 'PAX'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

AZ64

POT 2.5

Compact rounded shrub with fresh bright green leaves. Clusters of double pure white frilled flowers from late winter to mid spring. Grows best in lime-free good soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade. Hardy.

 

AZALEA 'PEACHY PERFECT'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

AZ03

POT 3.5

Fabulous hybrid Rhododendrons. Long light green leaves appear after the flowers in mid spring. Rich and beautiful, delicate, salmon-peach flowers with a light yellow flare, in rounded trusses. Deciduous. Grows best in acidic loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade, hardy.

 

AZALEA 'PURPLE SPLENDOUR'

Ht 1.2 x 1 mt

AZ66

POT 2.5

Compact low shrub with mid green leaves. Clusters of light purple, semi double, hose in hose flowers in spring. Grows best in good soil, not too dry. Prefers semi-shade. Hardy.

 

AZALEA 'RASPBERRY RIPPLE'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

AZ30

POT 3.5

Fabulous hybrid Rhododendrons. Lightly-scented ruffled, rosy raspberry-red flowers with an orange flare at the ends of the branches in mid spring before the leaves. Grows best in acidic loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade, hardy. Late mid season.

 

AZALEA 'RED POPPY'

60 x 60 cm

AZ67

POT 2.5

Compact bushy shrub with dark green leaves. This shrub grows into a rounded shape. Clusters of large single to semi-double glowing deep red flowers with a satin sheen from late winter to mid spring, with a few in autumn. Grows best in lime-free good soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade. Hardy.

 

AZALEA 'WARDS RUBY'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

AZ78

POT 2.5

Dwarf compact growing shrub. Brilliant ruby red single flowers. Glossy green foliage turns reddish-purple in winter. Plant in semi shade. No lime. Kurume.

 

AZALEA KURUME "KIRRIN"

Ht 60 x 60 cm

AZ57

POT 2.5

Compact shrub with fresh green leaves. This shrub grows into a rounded shape. Clusters of pink flowers from late winter to mid spring. Grows best in lime-free good soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade. Hardy.

 

AZARA MICROPHYLLA

Ht 5 x 2 mt

AZ86

PB 6.5

Graceful small tree with rich dark green leaves. The branches form layers of arching foliage. The tree is covered with vanilla scented yellow flowers in spring. Prefers a sheltered site. May be trained as a single leader or left multibranched. Hardy, though avoid very dry sites.

 

AZORELLA TRIFURCATA

Ht 5 x 50 cm

AZO10

POT 2.5

Carpeting perennial forming a compact mat of glossy green deeply lobed leaves. Clusters of white flowers appear in summer. Very hardy to cold. Must have very well drained soil that should not get very dry. Always plant in full sun. Great for around rocks and path edge.

 

BAMBUSA GRACILIS

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BA10L

PB 18

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BAMBUSA GRACILIS

Ht 3 x 2 mt

BA10

PB 6.5

Drepanostachyum falcatum. A graceful thin stemmed bamboo with bright green long fine leaves. This plant will form a clump but does not sucker. Attractive as a screening plant, in Japanese gardens or near a pond. Provides movement and interest in the garden.

 

BAMBUSA MULTIPLEX 'WANG TSAI'

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BA15L

PB 18

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BAMBUSA MULTIPLEX 'WANG TSAI'

Ht 6 x 2 mt

BA15

PB 6.5

Clumping bamboo with green striped golden canes. The tightly clustered canes make it perfect for a privacy screen. Sun tolerant. Makes a great specimen plant too. \r\nHalf hardy

 

BANKSIA BAUERI

Ht 2 x 3 mt

BA25

POT 2.5

Shrub with tough, toothed leaves. The woolly flower spikes are very large and are cream to orange with a greyish hairs. Flowering occurs in late winter and spring. It requires well drained soils in full sun to light shade and tolerates at least moderate frost. Like all banksias, it is excellent for attracting honey eating birds.

 

BAPTISIA AUSTRALIS

Ht 70 x 60 cm

BA40

POT 2.5

Upright perennial with clover-like, bluish-green leaves. Purple-blue, lupine-like flowers on erect spikes in spring. Inflated seed pods which turn charcoal black when ripe. Once used by children as rattles, and are great for dried flower arrangements. Occurs naturally in rich woods, and along streambanks from Pennsylvania south to North Carolina and Tennessee. Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Tolerates drought and poor soils. Over time, plants develop slowly expanding clumps with deep and extensive root systems. The common name of false indigo refers to the use of by early American colonists as a substitutes, for true indigo (genus Indigofera) in making dyes.

 

BARTLETTINA SORDIDA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BA50

POT 3.5

Shrub with large velvety dark green leaves. Huge clusters of lavender-purple flowers at the end of the stems in autumn and spring. Flowers are fragrant. Tolerates light frost, and dry once established. Best planted in sun or a semi-shaded site

 

BEAUCARNEA RECURVATA

Ht 2 x 1 mt

BE05

POT 1.5

Graceful slow-growing tree which has adapted to the dry conditions of Mexico by storing water in the swollen base. This tapers to a trunk bearing branches topped with long green leaves. May produce feathery panicles of cream flowers. It needs a warm sunny site with protection from frost. Once established it will grow in dry conditions. Excellent as a tub plant in warm conditions. Very interesting sculptural plant.

 

BEAUFORTIA SPARSA.

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BE10

POT 3.5

Very attractive West Australian shrub. Light green leaves are arranged scale like on the wiry branches. Bright orange-red bottlebrush flowers in late summer and autumn. Prefers a warm site with well drained soil. Thrives if not in a very dry site. Flowers on one year old wood, so only prune straight after flowering.

 

BEAUMONTIA GRANDIFLORA

Ht 10 x 2 mt

BE12

POT 3.5

Vigorous evergreen climber with lush bold leaves which grows up trees and over rocks in its native Himalaya home. Large fragrant white flowers late spring to summer. Prefers moist hot conditions in summmer and cool, dry conditions in winter. Prune after flowering to allow light to lower stems. Sun or semi-shade. Avoid frosty sites.

 

BEILSCHMIEDIA TARAIRE

Ht 10 x 3 mt

BE15

POT 3.5

An handsome large native tree. Rounded dark green leaves emerge with a rusty brown look. White flowers are followed by purple-black fruit favoured by wood pigeons. Maori used the kernels for food. Protect from frost while young.

 

BERBERIS "LITTLE FAVOURITE"

Ht 50 x 50 cm

BER20

POT 2.5

Delightful rounded dwarf shrub with purple red leaves, and prickly stems. In autumn the leaves change to a brilliant red-orange. Very colourful. Easily grown, hardy. Deciduous.

 

BERBERIS 'HELMUT PILLAR'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

BER17

POT 3.5

Outstanding foliage plant with a tall erect habit. Its vertical branches are clothed in rich burgundy rounded leaves. Attractive purple Autumn colours. Very hardy. Will grow in almost all soil types. Sunny site best. Deciduous.

 

BERBERIS 'MARIA' PVR

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BER22

POT 2.5

Outstanding foliage plant with a rounded bushy habit. Its branches are clothed in rich golden rounded leaves. Attractive bright orange autumn colours. Very hardy. Will grow in almost all soil types. Best in semi-shade, though will grow in sunny site if not too dry. Deciduous. A Polish hybrid.

 

BERBERIS 'SILVER BEAUTY'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BER27

POT 3.5

Rounded shrub, soft green leaves with blotches of cream during spring and summer then in mid autumn they turn a burnt red. It is an easy to grow plant that is tolerant of moderate to heavy frosts, will grow in shade to part sun.

 

BERBERIS THUN. 'ROSY GLOW'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BER25

POT 3.5

Outstanding foliage plant with a graceful fountain shape. New season leaves are red, pink, and cream. Attractive purple Autumn colours. Very hardy. Will grow in almost all soil types. Sunny site best. Deciduous.

 

BERGENIA 'PINK SNOW CLOUD'

Ht 40 x 50 cm

BER40

POT 2.5

Perennial with rosettes of bold rounded green leaves with wavy edges. Leaves turn red in autumn. In late winter and spring spikes of light pink flowers appear above the foliage. Prefers part or full shade, and good soil. Wonderful plant to make an impact the front of a border or a woodland garden.

 

BERGENIA CILIATA

Ht 40 x 40 cm

BER35

POT 2.5

Perennial with rosettes of bold rounded hairy green leaves. In late winter and spring spikes of white flushed rose flowers appear above the foliage. Prefers part or full shade, and good soil. Wonderful plant to make an impact the front of a border or a woodland garden.

 

BERGENIA CORDIFOLIA 'ROTBLUM'

Ht 45 x 50 cm

BER43

POT 2.5

Perennial with rosettes of bold rounded green leaves with wavy edges. Leaves turn red in autumn. In late winter and spring spikes of dark pink flowers appear above the foliage. Prefers part or full shade, and good soil. Wonderful plant to make an impact the front of a border or a woodland garden.

 

BERGENIA CORDIFOLIA 'SNOWTIME'

Ht 40 x 50 cm

BER50

POT 2.5

Perennial with rosettes of bold rounded green leaves with wavy edges. In spring spikes of white flowers appear above the foliage. Prefers part or full shade, and good soil. Wonderful plant to make an impact the front of a border or a woodland garden.

 

BERZELIA LANUGINOSA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BER70

POT 3.5

Compact erect shrub with dense small mid-green leaves. Rounded button-like heads of creamy white flowers in late spring and summer. Great for floral art. Plant in loose soil with adequate drainage, that does not get too dry. Needs a warm sunny site with minimal frost. Trim after flowering to maintain its shape.

 

BESCHORNERIA YUCCOIDES

Ht. 1 x 1 mt

BES10

POT 3.5

Succulent with an erect rosette of grey-green lance-shaped leaves. In summer it has a tall pink stem of pendulous red flowers. Avoid cold frosty sites, grows very well in warm coastal sites.

 

BIDENS 'FIREBURST'

Ht. 30 x 40 cm

BID05

POT 2.5

Compact, bushy, perennial, with fine dark green leaves, from early summer into autumn, slender stems bearing yellow-orange flowers with broad, orange-red petal tips. Best in a warm sunny site, avoid heavy frost.

 

BLECHNUM DISCOLOUR

Ht 1 x 1 m

BL05

PB 5

A large tufted fern with a stem up to 50cm high once mature. Forms a dense crown of fronds spreading in an open cup. Upper frond surface is polished bright green, lower surface is dull whitish. They can spread by underground creeping stems, building up dense patches of solid fern. Prefers a semi-shaded site. Hardy.

 

BLECHNUM GIB. 'SILVER LADY'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

BL10

POT 2.5

Fast growing fern with a beautiful symmetrical appearance. Develops a small black trunk with age.Prefers some shade, great for containers.

 

BLECHNUM NOVAE-ZEALANDIAE

Ht 60 x 60 cm

BL15

PB 5

Clump forming low growing fern with a distinctive shuttlecock upright crown. Forms a dense crown of broad lush fronds. Frond surface can be mid green but usually dark green, sometimes a dull red. Abundant throughout New Zealand. Easy to grow. Prefers a semi-shaded site, with a little filtered sunlight. Tolerates poor soil. Hardy.

 

BLECHNUM PENNA-MARINA

Ht 30 x 50 cm

BL20

POT 1.5

A dainty creeping fern with long rhizome stems forming a ground cover mat. Slender dark green fronds. The more shaded, the longer they grow. Will form a very thick thatch of foliage once established. Prefers a semi-shaded site. Hardy.

 

BORONIA 'TUI'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

BO32

POT 2.5

A rounded bushy shrub with small light to bright green heath-like leaflets. The tips of the slender branchlets are pendulous with highly fragrant cupped flowers in spring, brown on the outside and lemon-yellow. Plant to protect from the hot sun, morning sun OK. Trim lightly after flowering. Grows best in ground with good soil and that does not get too dry. May not live long but the sweet fragrance is so worth the effort.

 

BORONIA DENTICULATA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BO05

POT 2.5

Small shrub with aromatic foliage. Masses of starry lilac mauve flowers in spring. Easily grown in most well drained soils that do not get too dry. Trim after flowering to shape. Best with roots planted in the shade in a sheltered site.

 

BORONIA HET. 'PURPLE JARED' PVR

Ht 1 x .5 mt

BO20

PB 5

Erect dense shrub with fine dark green aromatic foliage. Masses of fragrant purple-red flowers in spring. Best trimmed after flowering to shape. Prefers a semi-shaded site, with cool roots and well drained soil that does not dry out. Tolerates light frost. Great for floral work.

 

BORONIA HETEROPHYLLA

Ht 1 x .5 mt

BO15

PB 5

Erect dense shrub with fine dark green aromatic foliage. Masses of fragrant red flowers in spring. Best trimmed after flowering to shape. Prefers a semi-shaded site, with cool roots and well drained soil that does not dry out. Tolerates light frost. Great for floral work.

 

BORONIA MEGASTIGMA

Ht 50 x 50 cm

BO25

POT 2.5

A slender shrub with small light to bright green heath-like leaflets. These turn brown-green in a cold climate. The tips of the slender branchlets are pendulous with highly fragrant cupped flowers in spring, purplish brown on the outside and lemon-yellow. Plant to protect from the hot sun, morning sun OK. Trim lightly after flowering. Grows best in ground with good soil and that does not get too dry. May not live long but the sweet fragrance is so worth the effort.

 

BORONIA MEGASTIGMA 'LUTEA'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

BO30

POT 2.5

A slender shrub with small light to bright green heath-like leaflets. The tips of the slender branchlets are pendulous with highly fragrant lime-green cupped flowers in spring. Plant to protect from the hot sun, morning sun OK. Trim lightly after flowering. Grows best in ground with good soil and that does not get too dry. May not live long but the sweet fragrance is so worth the effort.

 

BOUGAINVILLEA 'MAGNIFICA TRAILLI'

Ht 5 x 5 mt

BOU10

PB 6.5

Climbing sub-tropical shrub. It climbs by means of its thorns which spring through to autumn develop into brilliant glowing magenta flowers.These flowers cover the plant for a long season. Planted on the sunny side of a fence, pergola, trellis or old tree it willl completely cover the support. Great for creating a 'fedge', a hedge supported by a fence. Avoid frosty areas.

 

BRACHYGLOTTIS 'OTARI CLOUD'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BRA25

PB 6.5

Compact rounded native shrub with distinctive silvery grey leaves. Superb plant in many landscapes. Clusters of bright yellow semi-double flowers in spring. Must have well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Always plant in a sunny situation. Will tolerate frost. Occurs naturally in coastal exposed conditions. This hybrid came from the Dunedin Botanic Gardens.

 

BRACHYGLOTTIS 'LEITH GOLD'

Ht 2 x 2 mt

BRA15

POT 3.5

Dense bushy native shrub with large bold white-grey felty leaves on erect branches. Large spectacular clusters of rich yellow daisy like flowers in late spring, almost cover the bush. Grows well in semi-shade. Great for dry sites. Hardy. Superb plant in many landscapes.

 

BRACHYGLOTTIS COMPACTUS

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BRA05

PB 5

Compact rounded native shrub with distinctive grey-green leaves, densely felted beneath with pure white hairs. Superb plant in many landscapes. Clusters of bright yellow flowers in summer. Must have well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Always plant in a sunny situation. Very hardy. Occurs naturally in coastal exposed conditions.

 

BRACHYGLOTTIS GREYI

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BRA08

POT 3.5

Compact spreading much-branched native shrub with distinctive long grey-green leaves. Superb plant in many landscapes. Clusters of bright yellow flowers in summer. Must have well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Always plant in a sunny situation. Will tolerate frost. Occurs naturally in coastal exposed conditions.

 

BRACHYGLOTTIS MONROI

Ht 60 x 60 mt

BRA20

PB 5

Neat compact low spreading shrub with grey-green leaves. The margins of the leaves are distinctly crinkled. Superb plant in any landscape. Clusters of bright yellow flowers in summer. Hardy will grow in sun or shade, and tolerant of dry conditions. Ocurs naturally in mountain to subalpine scrublands and rocky places in Marlborough and North Canterbury.

 

BRACHYSEMA CELSIANUM

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BRA40

POT 2.5

Beautiful small shrub with a lax spreading habit. It has glossy silver foliage. In winter and spring bright red pea-like flowers with nectar for the birds. Prefers a sunny site protected from heavy frost, and very free draining soil.

 

BRUGMANSIA 'NOEL'S BLUSH'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

BRU47

POT 3.5

Small tree with large soft leaves. In a warm frost free site it will flower almost all year around. Large fragrant pendulous apricot bell shaped flowers. The scent is particulary strong at night. Protect from frost. Best in well drained soil.

 

BRUGMANSIA X CANDIDA

Ht 3 x 2 mt

BRU43

POT 3.5

Small tree with large soft leaves. In a warm frost free site it will flower almost all year around. The flowers are large fragrant pendulous 20 cm long double cream, with frilled ends. The scent is particulary strong at night. Protect from frost. Best in well drained soil.

 

BRUGMANSIA X CANDIDA 'GOLD'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

BRU45

POT 3.5

Small tree with large soft leaves. In a warm frost free site it will flower almost all year around. The flowers are large fragrant pendulous 20 cm long gold, with frilled ends. The scent is particulary strong at night. Protect from frost. Best in well drained soil.

 

BRUNFELSIA 'FRAGRANT SUMMER'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BRU50

POT 2.5

Lush colourful bushy shrub with purple-green leaves. Masses of sweetly fragrant saucer-shaped purple-blue flowers which fade to white, throughout spring into the summer. Prefers a warm semi-shaded site with good moisture in the growing season. Avoid cold or frosty sites.

 

BRUNFELSIA 'FULL MOON'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BRU80

POT 3.5

Lush erect bushy shrub with long glossy green leaves. Masses of sweetly fragrant saucer shaped blue flowers, which fade to white with age, throughout spring into the summer. Prefers a warm semi-shaded site with good moisture in the growing season. Avoid cold or frosty sites.

 

BRUNFELSIA 'SCENT SATIONAL'

Ht 80 x 80 cm

BRU60

POT 2.5

Lush colourful bushy shrub with green leaves. Masses of sweetly fragrant saucer-shaped purple-blue flowers which fade to white, throughout spring into the summer. Prefers a warm semi-shaded site with good moisture in the growing season. Avoid cold or frosty sites.

 

BRUNFELSIA 'TINY DANCER'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

BRU65

POT 2.5

Compact colourful bushy shrub with a rounded cushion of purple-green leaves. Masses of sweetly fragrant saucer-shaped purple-blue flowers which fade to white, throughout spring into the summer. Prefers a warm semi-shaded site with good moisture in the growing season. Avoid cold or frosty sites.

 

BRUNFELSIA UNDULATA 'WHITE CAPS'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

BRU70

POT 3.5

Lush erect bushy shrub with long glossy mid-green leaves. Masses of sweetly fragrant tubular-shaped creamy-white flowers, throughout spring into the summer. Prefers a warm semi-shaded site with good moisture in the growing season. Avoid cold or frosty sites.

 

BULBINE FRUTESCENS

Ht 20 x 50 cm

BU07

POT 2.5

Rhizomatous succulent perennial forming wide-spreading dense clumps of long, fleshy green leaves. Flowers are orange or yellow, borne in long racemes above the leaves, flowering throughout the year in suitable conditions. Tolerates dry sites, sun preferred.

 

BUXUS 'GRAHAM BLANDY'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

BU12

POT 1.5

Profusely branched shrub with shining dark-green rounded leaves and a tall narrow growing habit. Can be trimmed for topiary. Grows in a wide range of conditions. Very hardy. Best protected from very hot sun or strong winds. Excellent as a dot plant.

 

BUXUS SEMP. 'SUFFRUTICOSA'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BU25

POT 1.5

Low compact profusely branched shrub with shining mid-green rounded leaves. The true English hedging box. Makes the perfect box hedge. Can be trimmed for topiary. Grows in a wide range of conditions. Very hardy. Best protected from very hot sun or strong winds.

 

BUXUS SEMPERVIRENS

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BU10

POT 2.5

Profusely branched shrub with shining dark-green rounded leaves. The common hedging box. Can be trimmed for topiary. Grows in a wide range of conditions. Very hardy. Best protected from very hot sun or strong winds.

 

BUXUS SEMPERVIRENS 'VARIEGATA'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

BU20

POT 1.5

Compact shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, edged with yellow. Excellent to create the English box hedge. Can be trimmed for topiary. Very hardy.

 

CAESALPINIA GILLIESII

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAE05

POT 3.5

Small deciduous tree for a warm sunny place. Spectacular yellow parrot beak flowers with red stamens. Very unusual and showy. Avoid cold frosty sites. Some sun preferred.

 

CALAMAGROSTIS 'KARL FOERSTER'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

CAL03

PB 6.5

Clump-forming ornamental grass with rich green leaves. In summer narrow plumes of feathery, purplish-green flowers on tall spikes. These turn golden as the seeds mature in summer. Provides good winter interest. Gives a vertical accent to the landscape. Easily grown in average, medium to wet soil in full sun. Does well in heavy clay soils. Appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Cut clumps to the ground in late winter just before the new shoots appear. This grass will not self-seed in the garden because seeds are sterile. Clumps can be invasive in damp conditions.

 

CALAMAGROSTIS 'OVERDAM'

Ht. 1 x 1 mt

CAL04

PB 6.5

Clump-forming ornamental grass with rich green leaves striped with white. In summer narrow plumes of feathery, purplish-green flowers on tall spikes. These turn golden as the seeds mature in summer. Provides good winter interest. Gives a vertical accent to the landscape. Easily grown in average, medium to wet soil in full sun. Does well in heavy clay soils. Appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Cut clumps to the ground in late winter just before the new shoots appear. This grass will not self-seed in the garden because seeds are sterile. Clumps can be invasive in damp conditions.

 

CALLICARPA BODINIERI

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAL07

POT 3.5

Interesting shrub with dull green oval leaves on erect branches. Clusters of small dark pink flowers in summer followed by clusters of beautiful rich purple berries in the autumn. These make a wonderful contrast against the stem. Hardy to cold and frost. Best in in full or part sun, in well drained soil.

 

CALLISTEMON 'CAPTAIN COOK'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAL10

PB 6.5

A graceful shrub with a flattish spreading top and mid-green leaves on weeping branchlets. A brilliant cascade of bright red bottlebrush flowers in spring and summer, with a smaller flush in autumn. Tolerant of poor dry soils once established, though prefers some summer moisture. Provides nectar for bees and birds.

 

CALLISTEMON 'JOHN MASHLAN'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAL23

POT 3.5

Vigorous large shrub, new leaves emerge a silvery-pink turning to mid-green. Masses of candy pink bottlebrush flowers with gold anthers appear in terminal clusters in spring and autumn. Tolerant of poor dry soils, though prefers some moisture. Provides nectar for bees and birds. Good for hedging.

 

CALLISTEMON 'LITTLE JOHN'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAL30

POT 3.5

An evergreen small shrub with a rounded shape, short branchlets with narrow bluish gray-green leaves and dark crimson red bottlebrush flowers that appear throughout the year, but peak bloom time is early summer through autumn. Plant in full sun to light shade. Is drought tolerant in coastal gardens but tolerates and performs best with some moisture. Provides nectar for bees and birds.

 

CALLISTEMON 'MATTHEW FLINDERS'

Ht 1 x 0.5 mt

CAL32

POT 3.5

An evergreen small shrub with a rounded shape, short branchlets with narrow green leaves and dark crimson red bottlebrush flowers that appear throughout the year, but peak bloom time is early summer through autumn. Plant in full sun to light shade. Is drought tolerant in coastal gardens but tolerates and performs best with some moisture. Provides nectar for bees and birds.

 

CALLISTEMON 'RED CLUSTER'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAL35

PB 6.5

Vigorous large shrub, new leaves emerge a silvery-pink, then turn green. Masses of red bottlebrush flowers with gold anthers appear in terminal clusters in spring and autumn. Tolerant of poor dry soils, though prefers some moisture. Provides nectar for bees and birds. Good for hedging.

 

CALLISTEMON 'ROCKY RAMBLER'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAL40

POT 3.5

Dwarf semi-prostrate compact bottlebrush with small dark green leaves. Masses of bright red bottlebrush flowers with prominent gold stamens on the branch tips in the summer. Ideal for ground cover and over banks, tolerates dry sunny conditions, though does prefer summer moisture. Avoid very cold and frosty sites. Great flowers for around Christmas time. Nectar for bees and birds.

 

CALYCANTHUS 'HARTLAGE WINE'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAL65

POT 3.5

Interesting deciduous shrub with rich green, slightly glossy leaves and magnolia-like fragrant flowers from early to mid summer on the tips of short spurs with the new growth. The flowers are a rich maroon-red-brown colour. It needs some sun and does best with cool roots and good drainage. May be trimmed after flowering.

 

CALYCANTHUS FLORIDUS

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAL63

POT 3.5

Interesting deciduous shrub with rich green, slightly glossy leaves and magnolia-like very fragrant, brown to reddish-brown flowers from early to mid summer on the tips of short spurs with the new growth. It needs some sun and does best with cool roots and good drainage. May be trimmed after flowering.

 

CAMELLIA 'APPLE BLOSSOM'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAM08

PB 6.5

Sasanqua, Erect growing bushy shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Through the winter and spring the bush is covered with white large flowers blushed with pink. Lovely as a standard or hedge as clips well. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMELLIA 'AVALANCHE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAM10

POT 2.5

Spreading bushy shrub with a pendulous growing habit. Large lustrous leathery dark green leaves. In late winter beautiful creamy white medium semi double flowers appear along the branches. Very hardy, though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site. Les Jury hybrid.

 

CAMELLIA 'BABY BEAR'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

CAM11

POT 2.5

Miniature shrub with a low graceful habit and small slightly twisted green leaves. Masses of cup-shaped pretty pink flowers in spring. Hardy. Best in a sheltered semi-shaded site or in a tub.

 

CAMELLIA 'BEATRICE EMILY'

Ht 2.5 x 2 mt

CAM12

POT 2.5

Erect growing shrub with dark green glossy foliage. The white flowers shade to pink at the edges, large and informal doubles. Abundant flowers early winter to spring. Hardy plant, grows in sun or semi-shade, prefers good soil that does not get too dry.

 

CAMELLIA 'BUTTON & BOWS'

Ht 2.5 x 2 mt

CAM16

PB 6.5

Dense compact growing bushy shrub with mid-green leaves. Through the spring the bush is covered with light pink, small formal double flowers with raised and fluted petals. Lovely as a standard or hedge as clips well. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMELLIA 'CINNAMON CINDY'

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CAM17L

PB 12

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CAMELLIA 'CINNAMON CINDY'

Ht 2 x 1.5 mt

CAM17

POT 3.5

Erect growing bushy shrub with mid-green leaves. Through the winter and spring the bush is covered with fragrant white flowers with a pink tinge on petal edges and back. Semi double to rose form. Lovely as a standard or hedge as clips well. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMELLIA 'CURLY LADY'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

CAM20

POT 2.5

This new variety of unique Camellia from Quality Growers, is a large evergreen shrub and has dark glossy, slightly twisted green leaves and produce large buds in winter which open up into large rosette pink flowers in early Spring giving a spectacular show. The main feature of this beautiful Camellia is the twisted curly branches. They grow well in semi shade or shade and prefer acid soil or ericaceous compost if planting them in containers. Great low maintenance evergreen shrub. Plant away from cold winter winds and morning sun.

 

CAMELLIA 'EARLY PEARLY'

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CAM24L

PB 18

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CAMELLIA 'EARLY PEARLY'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAM24

POT 2.5

Erect growing bushy shrub with mid-green leaves. Through the early spring the bush is covered with white flowers with a pink tinge. Small formal double flower. Lovely as a hedge or specimen. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMELLIA 'FAIRY BLUSH'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAM28

POT 2.5

Delightful graceful shrub with small dark green leaves. Masses of dark pink buds open to small white flowers with pink tonings these appear in the winter along the stems. Fantastic hedge or graceful specimen shrub. Hardy. Prefer a sheltered site in semi-shade. Best reults with good soil that does not dry out.

 

CAMELLIA 'HIGH FRAGRANCE'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAM32

POT 2.5

Erect growing shrub with dark green glossy foliage. The ivory pink flowers with deeper pink to edges with white filaments and yellow anthers have fragrance. Abundant flowers early winter to spring. Hardy plant, grows in sun or semi-shade, prefers good soil that does not get too dry.

 

CAMELLIA 'KATE SHEPPARD'

Ht 2.5 x 2 mt

CAM39

PB 6.5

Large attractive shrub with an erect dense growing habit. Lustrous leathery dark green leaves. In spring it has beautiful large white informal double anemone flowers with sometimes a touch of pale pink. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site. Excellent for a formal garden. Hardy. During the campaign for women’s suffrage, those who supported the 1893 Electoral Bill were presented with a white camellia to wear in their buttonhole. The white camellia has since become an endearing symbol of women’s suffrage in New Zealand, and a new variety, named after Kate Sheppard, was created for the 100th anniversary in 1993. Bred by Viv Joyce of Taranaki.

 

CAMELLIA 'LES JURY'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAM40

PB 6.5

Large attractive shrub with an erect growing habit. Lustrous leathery dark green leaves. In winter and spring beautiful double crimson flowers appear along the branches. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site. RHS Award of Garden Merit.

 

CAMELLIA 'MARGARET DAVIS'

Ht 2.5 x 2 mt

CAM42

PB 6.5

Large attractive shrub with an erect growing habit. Lustrous leathery dark green leaves. In spring beautiful white lightly edged rose, large, peony form flowers appear along the branches. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.

 

CAMELLIA 'MARGE MILLER'

Ht 50 x 100cm

CAM43

POT 2.5

Prostrate Camellia. Full, soft pink flowers appear in autumn against the deep-green, glossy foliage. Makes a superb groundcover, spilling over walls or even from a hanging basket. When trained on a stake or wall, it will cascade down for a lovely, weeping shape. Evergreen. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.

 

CAMELLIA 'NICKY CRISP'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAM48

POT 2.5

Large attractive shrub with an erect growing habit. Lustrous leathery dark green leaves. In winter and spring beautiful pale lavender pink semi-double flowers appear along the branches. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.

 

CAMELLIA 'NIGHT RIDER'

Ht 2 x 2 mt

CAM51L

POT 3.5

Attractive erect shrub with a slow growing habit. Lustrous leathery dark green leaves which emerge dark bronze. Stems and roots of this plant are burgundy red. Very dark red semi-double flowers in late spring appear along the branches. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.

 

CAMELLIA 'NUCCIO'S PEARL'

Ht 2.5 x 2 mt

CAM55

PB 6.5

Large attractive shrub with an erect compact growing habit. Lustrous leathery dark green leaves. In spring beautiful white, washed and shaded orchid pink formal double flowers appear along the branches. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site. Excellent for a formal garden. Hardy.

 

CAMELLIA 'QUINTESSENCE'

Ht 50 x 100 cm

CAM60

POT 2.5

Hybrid. Flowers pure white with yellow centre, minature, single, with a sweet musky fragrance. Slow spreading growth. Hardy.

 

CAMELLIA 'SETSUGEKKA'

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CAM66L

PB 18

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CAMELLIA 'SETSUGEKKA'

Ht 2 x 2 mt

CAM66

POT 2.5

Erect growing bushy shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Through the winter and spring the bush is covered with pure white semi double fragrant flowers. Medium semi-double form with a prominent yellow stamens. Lovely as a standard or hedge as clips well. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMELLIA 'SIR VICTOR DAVIS'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAM68

PB 6.5

A beautiful shrub with double blooms that are tones of smokey reddish purple through winter and spring. Large glossy dark green leaves and an upright habit. Bred in NZ by Les Jury and named to honor one of our most prominent and respected nurserymen. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.

 

CAMELLIA 'SPARKLING BURGUNDY'

Ht 2 x 1.5 mt

CAM69

POT 2.5

Vigourous willowy shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Through the winter and spring the bush is covered with ruby rose flowers overlaid with sheen of lavender, medium, peony form . Lovely as a standard or hedge as clips well. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMELLIA 'TAKANINI'

Ht 2.5 x 2 mt

CAM76

POT 2.5

Large attractive shrub with an erect growing habit. Large lustrous leathery dark green leaves. In autumn to spring beautiful glowing dark red, very showy flowers appear along the branches. Flowers are a medium anemone form. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.

 

CAMELLIA 'TINSIE'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAM77

POT 2.5

Erect narrow shrub with small mid-green leaves. Through the spring the bush is covered with red flowers with central white petaloids. Lovely as a standard or hedge as clips well. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMELLIA 'TWILIGHT'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAM84

POT 3.5

Large attractive shrub with an erect growing habit. Large lustrous leathery dark green leaves. In winter to spring beautiful light blush pink to white, formal double, very showy flowers appear along the branches. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.

 

CAMELLIA 'VOLUNTEER'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CAM94

PB 6.5

Large shrub, with shiny dark green leaves. Deep pink-red flowers in spring, each petal with a distinctive frosted edge. Selected by New Zealand plant breeder Mark Jury. Hardy, semi-shade, and well drained soil.

 

CAMELLIA 'YULETIDE'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAM95

POT 1.5

Attractive erect shrub with a slow growing habit. Lustrous leathery dark green leaves. Bright red single flowers with yellow stamens in winter appear along the branches. Very hardy though thrives in good loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers a semi-shaded sheltered site.

 

CAMELLIA LUTCHUENSIS

Ht 2 x 2 mt

CAM41

POT 2.5

Erect growing bushy shrub with mid-green very small leaves on layered graceful branchlets. Through spring the bush is profusely covered with small, fragrant single white flowers. Lovely as a dainty specimen or hedge. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMELLIA SINENSIS

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CAM67L

PB 8

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CAMELLIA SINENSIS

Ht 2.5 x 2 mt

CAM67

POT 2.5

Strong bushy shrub with crinkled, dark green leaves.Single white flowers from late summer. Prefers good soil and partial shade. Avoid heavy frost. Leaves are used for making tea.

 

CAMELLIA TRANSNOKOENSIS

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

CAM79

POT 2.5

Erect growing bushy shrub with mid-green very small leaves on layered graceful branchlets. Through spring the bush is profusely covered with small, fragrant single white flowers opening from reddish buds. Lovely as a dainty specimen or hedge. Hardy. Prefers a sheltered site with good soil, though will tolerate dry conditions.

 

CAMPANULA LATIFOLIA

Ht 70 x 50 cm

CAM97

POT 2.5

Deciduous, clump-forming rhizomatous perennial with oval green leaves and stems of nodding bell-shaped violet-blue flowers in summer. Hardy, best in a sunny site. Good for heavy soils.

 

CANNA 'AMBASSADOR'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAN03

PB 6.5

Tall clumping perennial with large tropical looking green foliage that is topped in the summer with gorgeous creamy-white flowers. Semi shade best, with shelter from wind. Hardy for dry sunny sites. Deciduous.

 

CANNA 'LILLIAN COLE'

Ht 100 x 50 cm

CAN12

PB 6.5

Tall clumping perennial with large tropical looking green foliage that is topped in the summer with gorgeous soft apricot flowers. Semi shade best, with shelter from wind. Hardy for dry sunny sites. Deciduous.

 

CANNA 'RANGITOTO'

Ht 50 x 70 cm

CAN15

PB 5

Hardy deciduous rhizomatous perennial. Will slowly spread to form a large clump. Large green oval leaves spiral up the stem and appear in spring. Flaming red flowers bloom on stem tips through the summer. Grows in most soils and in dry conditions. Flowers best in a sunny site.

 

CANNA 'Tropical Bronze Leaf Scarlet'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAN25

PB 5

Dwarf growing deciduous perennial with bronze leaves. Spikes of bright red flowers in summer. Hardy for dry sunny sites.

 

CANNA 'TROPICAL ROSE'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

CAN17

PB 5

Compact perennial with large lush green foliage. Tall stems of gorgeous rose-pink flowers in summer. Hardy for dry sunny sites.

 

CANNA 'TROPICAL SALMON'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

CAN20

PB 5

Compact perennial with large lush green foliage. Tall stems of gorgeous salmon flowers in summer. Hardy for dry sunny sites.

 

CANNA 'YELLOW KING HUMBERT'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAN28

PB 6.5

Bold foliage perennial. It has large tropical looking green foliage that is topped in the summer with gorgeous buttery-yellow flowers with splashes of orange. Hardy for dry sunny sites. It has been a favorite for almost 125 years.

 

CANNA CANNOVA 'LEMON'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAN10

PB 5

Deciduous perennial with lush, green tropical foliage. a profusion of pale yellow blooms in summer. Beautiful as a backdrop in a landscape or as a showpiece on a patio or pool deck. Thrives in hot, humid or dry climates. Ideal for mass plantings, bedded areas or containers. Hardy, needs well drained soil.

 

CANNA CANNOVA 'RED'

Ht 80 x 40 cm

CAN09

PB 5

Deciduous perennial with lush, green tropical foliage. a profusion of red blooms in summer. Beautiful as a backdrop in a landscape or as a showpiece on a patio or pool deck. Thrives in hot, humid or dry climates. Ideal for mass plantings, bedded areas or containers. Hardy, needs well drained soil.

 

CANTUA BUXIFOLIA

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAN35

POT 3.5

Shrub with long weeping branches of small mid-green leaves. In spring the branch tips are laden with spectacular clusters of flowers. Flowers are a long pink tube edged with an intense purplish-red and striped with yellow. Trim after flowering.

 

CANTUA PYRIFOLIA

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAN40

POT 3.5

This shrub develops long weeping branches clothed in mid-green leaves. In spring the branch tips are laden with spectacular clusters of flowers. Each flower has a long rich yellow tube edged with red, the white petals of the flowers spread underneath. Hardy though prefers a sunny warm site.

 

CAREX MORROWII 'EVERGOLD'

Ht 30 x 30 cm

CAR25

POT 2.5

Ornamental sedge. Gracefully arching green leaves with a bright creamy yellow band. The leaves arch and spread out from ground level forming a neat compact and colourful clump. Attractive as an edging plant. Best in semi-shaded conditions. Tolerates dry but flourishes given a moist site.

 

CAREX SECTA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAR50

PB 5

Tussock forming sedge, mature specimens with trunk-like bases comprised of matted rhizomes, roots and old culm-bases. Leaves are light green to yellow-green. Flower spikes pale brown, mostly clustered towards the ends of the slender branchlets. Seed heads a chestnut to dark brown. Thrives in wet boggy places. Full sun or shade. Widespread in NZ wetlands from coastal to montane wetlands.

 

CAREX TESTACEA

Ht 50 x 50 cm

CAR54

PB 5

Graceful colourful tussock. Densely tufted plant with fine rich orange-green leaves which turn golden-brown or orange in winter. Good for containers or garden contrast. Flowering stems are longer than the leaves, and eventually lie on the ground. Hardy to cold, prefers even moisture, and an open site. Lovely plant to combine with other small native plants.

 

CARMICHAELIA AUSTRALIS

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAR60

PB 6.5

NZ native broom. Small tree or shrub with small green twigs that grow from multiple branches stemming from the base of the plant. Hardy and fast growing plant that is found in the North Island and top of the South Island. Grows naturally in lowland and mid-montane areas often on scrublands or forest margins where it prefers full sunlight. In the spring through to summer it has small white flowers with purple centres. Prefers full sun and well drained soil but tolerates dry, windy and cold conditions. Best used in places that show off its unique structure and open foliage.

 

CARMICHAELIA ODORATA

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CAR67

PB 6.5

Attractive medium shrub. The branches are slender with pendulous tips. Clusters of fragrant white, veined purple flowers in summer. One of our most beautiful native shrubs. Hardy, though must have well drained soil. Occurs in lowland to mountain regions of the North Island, along streamsides and around forest margins south of Gisbourne.

 

CARMICHAELIA STEVENSONII

Ht. 4 x 2 mt

CAR70

POT 1.5

A small tree endemic to the river gorges in Marlborough where it grows best in loamy or alluvial soils, never far from streams. The branches are ascending then pendulous at the tips. Long racemes of pale rosy purple flowers in December or January. One of our most beautiful native trees. Hardy, though must have well drained soil. Allow space for it to grow into its natural shape.

 

CARMICHAELIA WILLIAMSII

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CAR71

PB 5

Unusual broom with mid-green broad flattened leaves and branchlets. Clusters of large yellow-purple flowers in summer. Good landscape plant for the interesting native garden. Grow in sun or sem-shade, in well drained soil.

 

CARYOPTERIS 'DARK KNIGHT'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

CAR81

POT 2.5

Compact small deciduous shrub with grey-green leaves. Scented deep vibrant blue flowers through summer and autumn, which provide food for butterflies and bees. Best in a sunny site, trim well in winter or early spring. Hardy

 

CEANOTHUS 'EMILY BROWN'

Ht 50 x 150 cm

CE10

PB 5

Hardy mounding shrub with thick, rounded dark green leaves on reddish procumbant branches. In spring it is covered with colourful violet blue flowers. Grows easily in dry sunny conditions, thrives in exposed and coastal sites. Frost hardy. A very useful plant for banks, garden borders and over walls.

 

CEANOTHUS 'GLOIRE de VERSAILLES'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CE11

POT 3.5

Bushy rounded shrub with soft dark green leaves that get lighter with age. Clusters of powder-blue flowers cover the bush through the summer and Autumn. Removing the dead flower stems will encourage more flowers. Best results from planting in a sunny site in good soil, with some summer moisture. However will tolerate dry sites. Trim well in late winter/spring to maintain shape.

 

CEANOTHUS 'HENRI DESFOSSE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CE12

POT 3.5

Bushy erect shrub with fresh green foliage on erect branches. Clusters of dark blue flowers on burgundy-red stems through the summer and autumn. Removing the dead flower stems will encourage more flowers. Best results from planting in a sunny site in good soil, with some summer moisture. However will tolerate dry sites. Trim well in late winter/spring to maintain shape.

 

CEANOTHUS 'JOYCE COULTER'.

Ht 1 x 3 mt

CE20

PB 6.5

Low spreading evergreen shrub with dense, trailing stems holding polished glossy green leaves. Clusters of abundant gentian-blue flowers in late winter and spring contrast with the dark foliage. Hardy for most conditions, prefers sun and free draining soil. Good for coastal sites. Very effective ground cover.

 

CEANOTHUS 'YANKEE POINT'

Ht 1 x 3 mt

CE35

PB 6.5

Low spreading evergreen shrub with dense, trailing stems holding polished glossy green leaves. Clusters of abundant dusty white buds develop into china-blue flowers in late winter and spring, that contrast with the dark foliage. Hardy for most conditions, prefers sun and free draining soil. Grows natually in exposed coastal sites. Very effective ground cover.

 

CEANOTHUS BLUE CARPET

Ht 1 x 2 mt

CE05

POT 2.5

Wide spreading low growing vigorous shrub with small glossy dark green leaves. Abundant bright blue flowers on stem tips cover the bush in spring. Easily grown in sunny dry sites. Hardy.

 

CEANOTHUS IMPRESSUS

Ht 1.5 x 1.5 mt

CE15

PB 6.5

Upright spreading evergreen shrub with dense, arching stems holding wrinkled dark green leaves. Clusters of abundant cobalt-blue flowers in spring contrast with the dark foliage. The flowers are followed by russet-red seedpods. Hardy for most conditions, prefers sun and free draining soil. Good for coastal sites.

 

CEANOTHUS PAPILLOSUS ROWEANUS

Ht 2 x 2 mt

CE30

PB 6.5

Erect rounded evergreen shrub with dense, arching stems holding narrow dark green leaves. Abundant dense heads of red-purple buds open to clusters of dark blue flowers in spring, that contrast with the dark foliage. Hardy for most conditions, prefers sun and free draining soil, though will tolerate some shade. Good for coastal sites. Annual pruning best to maintain shape.

 

CEPHALOTAXUS HARRINGTONIA 'FASTIGIATA'

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CEP10

POT 2.5

An evergreen that typically grows as a shrub but may be trained as a tree. Growth is slow. It is native to shaded woodland areas in Japan, northeastern China and Korea. Yew-like, evergreen leaves on erect stems, many of which rise up from the base of the plant. Female flowers produce fleshy, edible, plum-like fruits. Excellent tolerance for both shade and hot weather make this species an interesting substitute for true yews. Plants are commonly called plum yews because the fruits on female plants resemble tiny plums and the foliage resembles that of yews (Taxus). Hardy.

 

CERATONIA SILIQUA

Ht. 5 x 4 mt

CE36L

PB 28

Carob. Evergreen shrubby tree from the Mediterranean, with thick brown bark and dark green, leathery, pinnate leaves. Tiny green-tinted red flowers in spring, followed by edible black-brown leathery pods containing a sweet pulp. Hardy in hot dry conditions, avoid cold wet places.

 

CERATOPETALUM 'RAINEYS RED'

Ht 4 x 2 mt

CE38L

PB 18

Small tree with narrow leaves which emerge pinkish-bronze turning dark green. Clusters of white flowers in creamy white bracts which change to salmon-red. Best in well drained good soil, that does not get too dry. Prefers warm sheltered site. Avoid heavy frost.

 

CERATOSTIGMA GRIFFITHII

Ht. 1 x 1 mt

CE42

POT 2.5

Bushy shrub with rigid twiggy branches and purple-edged green leaves. Leaves are strongly tinted red in autumn. Terminal heads of gentian blue flowers cover bush throughout late summer and autumn. Best in semi-shade, will tolerate dry conditions. Best to trim well in the winter to maintain its shape. Avoid very cold sites.

 

CERATOSTIGMA PLUMBAGINOIDES

Ht 40 x 60 cm

CE45

POT 2.5

Delightful deciduous shrublet which spreads by slender rhizomes into a low mounding shape. Rounded mid-green leaves which are very colourful in autumn. Tips of the branches are covered with intense blue flowers through the spring and summer. Grows in sun or shade, very hardy. Great for a garden edge. Will grow in dry conditions.

 

CERATOSTIGMA WILLMOTTIANUM

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CE50

POT 2.5

Low growing bushy shrub with rigid twiggy branches and mid-green leaves with a twist. Leaves are strongly tinted red in autumn. Terminal heads of gentian blue flowers cover bush throughout summer. Very hardy, best in semi-shade, will tolerate dry conditions. Best to trim well in the winter to maintain its shape.

 

CERCIS CANADENSIS

Ht 6 x 6 mt

CE55

PB 6.5

Deciduous often multi-trunked understory tree with a rounded crown. Stunning pea-like rose-purple flowers on bare branches in early spring before the foliage emerges. This tree is native to eastern and central North America. It is found naturally in open woodlands. Flattened leguminous bean-like dry seedpods that mature to brown in summer. Dull green to blue-green leaves turn pale yellow to greenish-yellow in Autumn. Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Part shade is best in hot summer climates. Avoid wet or poorly drained soils.

 

CHAENOMALES 'Mrs Murphy's Red'

Ht 2 x 2 mt

CH04

POT 3.5

Medium sized spreading shrub with saucer shaped dark red flowers in late winter. One of the first spring shrubs to bloom, the bare branches are clothed with flowers. Best with some sun, very hardy. Great to espalier, tolerates heavy pruning.

 

CHAMAECYPARIS 'CONFUCIUS'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CH10

POT 2.5

Small shrub with golden-yellow foliage which darkens to emerald-green as it matures, giving it a bronzed-orange color in the winter. It has an open, tiered habit with tight fans of growth, slightly curled at the edge and dotted with small, spherical cones late in the year. First introduced by a Duncan and Davies in 1984. It prefers moist, well-drained soil with afternoon shade in the summer.

 

CHAMAECYPARIS OBTUSA 'NANA'

Ht. 50 x 50 cm

CH35

POT 1.5

Wide bushy dense shrub. The foliage is dark green and haphazardly arranged in curved upward facing fans. Choice. Very hardy, although avoid full sun.

 

CHAMAECYPARIS P. 'FILIFERA AUREA'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CH40

PB 6.5

Small shrub with a unique and elegant appearance, a mass of golden threadlike branchlets that weep gracefully downwards towards the tips. Develops into a wide mound. Very hardy, best with protection from the hottest sun. Grows in most soils but avoid very dry sites. Fantastic shrub to provide colour in winter.

 

CHIMONANTHUS PRAECOX

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CH72

POT 3.5

Large bushy shrub with large glossy green ovate leaves. Grown for the fragrance and waxy delicacy of the flowers in winter. The flowers are sulphur-yellow and appear on the bare branches in winter. It is best grown in a sunny site, sheltered from wind, in good loamy soil, though tolerates clay if well drained.

 

CHOISYA TERNATA

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CH80L

PB 12

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CHOISYA TERNATA

Ht 1 x 2 mt

CH80

PB 5

Popular easily grown shrub with a rounded wide spreading shape. It is densely covered with bright green aromatic leaves.Through spring and summer terminal clusters of showy white flowers look great against the green foliage. On a good site it will slowly sucker to form a dense wide shrub. It can be trimmed to shape if necessary. Very hardy. Prefers a sunny site, but will grow in semi-shade.

 

CHOISYA TERNATA 'AZTEC PEARL'

Ht 1 x 2 mt

CH83

PB 5

Medium shrub with a rounded wide spreading shape. It is densely covered with bright green aromatic slender divided leaves.Terminal clusters of showy scented white flowers open from pink buds, in spring and summer. On a good site it will slowly sucker to form a dense wide shrub. It can be trimmed to shape if necessary. Very hardy. Prefers a sunny site, but will grow in semi-shade.

 

CHOISYA TERNATA 'SUNDANCE'

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CH86L

PB 12

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CHOISYA TERNATA 'SUNDANCE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CH86

POT 3.5

Popular easily grown shrub with a rounded wide spreading shape. It is densely covered with bright gold to lime green aromatic leaves.Through spring and summer terminal clusters of showy white flowers look great against the gold-green foliage. On a good site it will slowly sucker to form a dense wide shrub. It can be trimmed to shape if necessary. Very hardy. Prefers a semi-shaded site.

 

CISTUS x LUSITANICUS

Ht 60 x 100 cm

CI30

POT 2.5

Compact, spreading evergreen bush with long mid-green leaves. In spring and early summer single white flowers appear, with a central crimson blotch and yellow central spots at the base of each petal, and a central bunch of yellow stamens. Grows best in full sun, with well drained soil, hardy. Trim after flowering to maintain shape.

 

CISTUS 'BENNETT'S WHITE'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

CI05

PB 5

Vigorous bushy shrub with cinnamon-colored stems and two-toned leathery leaves that are a glistening bright green on top and silver beneath. In spring showy white frilly, unusually large, gold-centered blooms deliver an awe-inspiring presentation. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Trim lightly after flowering. Excellent coastal plant.

 

CISTUS 'BRILLIANCY'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CI10

PB 5

Rounded evergreen bush with long dark green leaves, grey-hairy underneath. In spring and early summer large crepe like flowers appear, deep rosy pink with brown central spots at the base of each petal, and a central bunch of yellow stamens. Grows best in full sun, with well drained soil, hardy. Trim after flowering to maintain shape.

 

CISTUS 'SILVER PINK'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CI45

PB 5

Low spreading evergreen bush with dull sage green fragrant leaves, pale grey underneath. In spring and early summer clear silvery-pink flowers appear, with a central bunch of yellow stamens. Grows best in full sun, with well drained soil, hardy. Trim after flowering to maintain shape.

 

CISTUS FORMOSA (HALIMIUM LAS.)

Ht 1 x 1 m

CI18

PB 5

Speading evergreen bush with erect grey stems, and small narrow grey leaves. In spring and early summer bright yellow crepe like flowers appear, with reddish-brown central spots at the base of each petal. Grows best in full sun, with well drained soil, hardy. Trim after flowering to maintain shape.

 

CISTUS SALVIIFOLIUS 'SNOWMOUND'

Ht 50 x 100 cm

CI40

POT 2.5

Low speading evergreen bush with small light crinkled grey-green leaves, felted underneath. In spring and early summer creamy-white flowers appear. Grows best in full sun, with well drained soil, hardy. Trim after flowering to maintain shape. Great for over walls and banks.

 

CLEMATIS 'ALICE FISK'

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CLE22

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Strong, compact variety. Huge star-shaped blooms open a mid violet-blue maturing to light mauve-blue. Their surface has a 'tissue-paper' like texture and the prettily crimped margins lead to pointed tips. Flowers in spring. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. Best with the roots planted in the shade, flowers hold colour better in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'ANDROMEDA'

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CLE21

POT 3.5

Semi-double, white flowers (to 7" diameter) with rose-pink center stripes along the length of each tepal bloom early to mid season on old growth followed by additional late summer bloom of single flowers on new growth. Dark green leaves.

 

CLEMATIS 'ARABELLA'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

CLE24

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous herbaceous clematis. Large rosy purple flowers with creamy-yellow anthers, flowering abundantly in summer and autumn. Great for growing through roses and spring flowering shrubs. Very pretty. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, tops in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'BARBARA JACKMAN'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE26

POT 3.5

Spectacular climber. Large vibrant bluish purple flowers, magenta bar, flowering abundantly in late summer to mid Autumn. Very pretty.

 

CLEMATIS 'DR RUPPEL'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE30

POT 3.5

Deciduous climber with large showy flowers. Flowers are rose with a carmine midstrip, and golden stamens. Flowers in spring on old wood. Best planted with it's roots in the shade. Great twining through trees.

 

CLEMATIS 'GIPSY QUEEN'

Ht 3 x 3 mt

CLE37

POT 3.5

Deciduous climber. Beautiful large showy velvety violet purple flowers with reddish purple anthers. Flowers late summer. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Best planted with the roots in shade. Great twining through trees.

 

CLEMATIS 'GUERNSEY CREAM'

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CLE36

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Large creamy-yellow flowers, flowering abundantly in spring and autumn. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'H. F. YOUNG'

Ht 4 x 2 mt

CLE39

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Huge wedgewood blue flowers with pale yellow anthers flowering abundantly in spring and summer. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Trim to shape after flowering. Best with the roots planted in the shade, and head in the sun.

 

CLEMATIS 'HENRYII'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CLE38

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Huge white flowers, pale green on the outside, with purple-violet to chocolate-brown anthers, long flowering season, summer to autumn. Flowers on short side shoots on current years growth. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. Best with the roots planted in the shade, flowers hold colour better in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'HONORA'

Ht. 3 x 2 mt

CLE42

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Large rich purple flowers with deep purple central bar and crimpled edges, anthers red-purple. It flowers abundantly in summer and autumn. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'JOHN WARREN'

Ht. 3 x 2 mt

CLE50

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Huge light pale rosy flowers with deep carmine veins and edges, purple anthers. Flowers in spring and summer. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Trim to shape after flowering. Best with the roots planted in the shade, and head in the sun.

 

CLEMATIS 'LADY BETTY BALFOUR'

Ht. 4 x 2 mt

CLE54

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Large rich purple flowers fading to bluer shades, yellow anthers flowering abundantly in summer. Very pretty. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade. Good for growing over low plants.

 

CLEMATIS 'LOUISE ROWE'

Ht 2.5 x 1 mt

CLE58

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Large semi-double flowers, pale mauve-white with creamy anthers flowering abundantly in summer. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. Prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter, cut the remaining stems to a strong pair of buds. Can leave unpruned. Best with the roots planted in the shade, head in the sun.

 

CLEMATIS 'MARJORIE'

Ht 4 x 2 mt

CLE62

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. New foliage emerges dark bronze as flowers open. Cherry-pink double flowers abundant in spring. Great for climbing through trees or covering ugly structures. Very pretty. They flower on old season's growth, but are so vigorous you can prune in winter or after flowering. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'MRS GEORGE JACKMAN'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE65

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Huge semi-double creamy white flowers with brown anthers in spring and summer. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Trim to shape after flowering. Best with the roots planted in the shade, and head in the sun.

 

CLEMATIS 'MULTIBLUE'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE66

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Rich blue double flowers in spring. The flowers that come in Autumn are single. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. Best with the roots planted in the shade in a sheltered site.

 

CLEMATIS 'NELLY MOSER'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE68

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Huge lilac flowers with a carmine midstripe and rusty red anthers, flowers summer to autumn. Flowers on short side shoots on current years growth. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. Best with the roots planted in the shade, flowers hold colour better in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'ROMANTIKA'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE84

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Large dark crimson, almost black flowers darker in bud, flowering spring to autumn. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade. May prune mid-summer to remove mildew.

 

CLEMATIS 'RUUTEL'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE86

POT 3.5

Deciduous climber. Beautiful large showy beetroot red flowers with rosy purple anthers. Flowers summer and autumn. Prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Trim to shape after flowering. Best planted with the roots in shade. Great twining through trees.

 

CLEMATIS 'SUNSET'

Ht. 3 x 2 mt

CLE87

POT 3.5

Deciduous climber. Beautiful large showy flowers 15 cm wide are deep plummy red with purple highlights. Yellow anthers. Flowers spring and summer. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Trim to shape after flowering. Best planted with the roots in shade. Great twining through trees.

 

CLEMATIS 'THE PRESIDENT'

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CLE89

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Huge rich purple flowers with red anthers in spring and summer. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Trim to shape after flowering. Best with the roots planted in the shade, and head in the sun.

 

CLEMATIS 'THE VAGABOND'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE90

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Tiny and compact. Deep burgundy purple flowers with a maroon bar and contrasting cream stamens, flowering spring and autumn. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'VILLE DE LYON'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE93

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Large carmine-red flowers shading to deep crimson round edges, darker in bud, yellow anthers. Flowering late spring to Autumn. Great for climbing through trees or shrubs. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'W.E. GLADSTONE'

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CLE92

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Huge lavender blue flowers with purple anthers in spring and summer. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. Trim to shape after flowering. Best with the roots planted in the shade, and head in the sun.

 

CLEMATIS 'WARSZAWSKA NIKE'

Ht. 3 x 2 mt

CLE95

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Velvety royal purple flowers, pale yellow anthers. Flowering late spring to Autumn. Great for climbing through trees or shrubs. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'WESTERPLATTE'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE96

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Darkest purple-red flowers with deep red stamens, marvellous velvety texture. flowering spring and autumn. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS 'WILLIAM KEAY'

Ht. 3 x 2 mt

CLE97

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Purple-red flowers, red anthers. Flowering late spring to Autumn. Great for climbing through trees or shrubs. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLEMATIS AFOLIATA

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CLE03

POT 2.5

Native plant forming mounds of sprawling rush-like stems. Very beautiful nodding cream flowers smoother the foliage in spring, followed by fluffy silver seed heads. It is a plant of open ecologies, such as grassland, scrubland and rocky areas. Its natural range follows the dry eastern flanks of the lower North Island and South Island (where it is most prevalent within Marlborough and Canterbury). Hardy to dry, open conditions.

 

CLEMATIS ARMANDII

Ht 5 x 2 mt

CLE10

POT 3.5

Vigorous evergreen climber with bold, leathery, strap-like leaves. Spectacular mass of sweetly scented cream-white flowers in early spring completely covers the plant. They flower on last season's growth, so prune only the dead and weak stems out in late winter. To control the size prune well after flowering. Wonderful for covering a large area.

 

CLEMATIS FORSTERI

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE15

POT 3.5

A native NZ climber with bright green leaves and starry cream flowers throughout spring. This petite climber is magical climbing through trees, or other climbers. Plant with roots in shade.

 

CLEMATIS PANICULATA

Ht 4 x 2 mt

CLE70

POT 3.5

Native evergreen climber. Male clone. Glossy mid-green rounded leaves. Masses of starry white flowers in spring, with nectar for the birds. Plant with roots in shade, great for climbing through trees.

 

CLEMATIS VIT. 'AOTEAROA'

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CLE23

POT 3.5

Vigorous scrambler with deep violet 12cm across flowers, anthers contrasting lemon yellow. Flower in early summer to early autumn. It needs hard pruning late winter. Goodt for enhancing roses, perennials and any other shrub. Viticellas are extremely cold hardy and more wind tolerant than the large flowering types, are resistant to stem-wilt. Viticellas tend to be single stemmed and spindly growing in the first year or two. Thereafter they will grow very strong. Selected by Alister Keay from Christchurch.

 

CLEMATIS VIT. 'KERMESINA'

Ht.3 x 3 mt

CLE52

POT 3.5

Vigorous scrambler with wine red flowers, anthers contrasting brown. Flower in early summer to early autumn. It needs hard pruning late winter. They are great for enhancing roses and any other shrub. They look good scrambling through the taller perennials. Viticellas are extremely cold hardy and more wind tolerant than the large flowering types, they are resistant to stem-wilt. Viticellas tend to be single stemmed and spindly growing in the first year or two. Thereafter they will grow very strong.

 

CLEMATIS x JACKMANII 'SUPERBA'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLE49

POT 3.5

Spectacular deciduous climber. Large deep violet blue flowers with reddish tinge, flowering abundantly in summer and autumn. Great for climbing through trees. Very pretty. They flower on new season's growth, so prune back to two strong buds late winter. Best results from good pruning, top in full sun, and with the roots planted in the shade.

 

CLERODENDRUM UGANDENSE

Ht 1 x 1 mt

CL90

POT 2.5

An erect growing shrub with fresh long green leaves. Masses of voilet-blue flowers with blue anthers in the summer months. Prune to shape in spring. Protect from frost. Thrives in a warm sunny site with good soil. Flowers have nectar for the butterflies and bees.

 

CLIANTHUS MAXIMUS

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CLI75

PB 6.5

Distinctive NZ native shrub with long spreading branches, covered with small soft light green leaves. Clusters of silky deep red flowers along the branches in winter and spring. These are full of nectar for the native birds. Best to prune lightly after flowering. Will grow in most well drained soils, it will tolerates dry conditions once established.

 

CLIANTHUS PUNICEUS 'ALBUS'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

CLI65

POT 3.5

Distinctive NZ native shrub with long spreading branches, covered with small soft light green leaves. Clusters of silky cream flowers with a greenish hue, along the branches in winter and spring. They are full of nectar for the native birds. Best to prune lightly after flowering. Will grow in most well drained soils, and tolerates dry conditions once established.

 

CLIVIA 'YELLOW HYBRIDS'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

CLI95

POT 1.5

Evergreen clump-forming perennial with glossy dark green strap-shaped leaves. In summer stems of large fragrant yellow flowers appear above the leaves. Grown best in shady, frost-free sites. Tolerate very dry conditions, though summer watering will encourage more flowers. Avoid root disturbance for best results. Fabulous as an understory below trees.

 

CLIVIA MINIATA

Ht 50 x 50 cm

CLI85

POT 1.5

Evergreen clump-forming perennial with glossy dark green strap-shaped leaves. In summer stems of large fragrant orange flowers appear above the leaves. Grown best in shady, frost-free sites. Tolerate very dry conditions, though summer watering will encourage more flowers. Avoid root disturbance for best results. Fabulous as an understory below trees.

 

CLYTOSTOMA CALLISTEGIOIDES

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CLY05

POT 3.5

Evergreen vine with a dense foliage. Leathery bright glossy green leaves, new flushes of foliage are an attractive bronze color. The trumpet-shaped lavender flowers have intricate darker purple veins and appear in pairs. It flowers heavily mid to late spring and then off and on in late spring through autumn . Plant in full sun to part shade, drought tolerant once established. Tolerant of heavy soils. It is both beautiful and attractive to pollinators such as bees, and butterflies. This vine is native to Argentina and southern Brazil. Avoid heavy frost.

 

COLEONEMA 'SUNSET GOLD'

Ht 60 x 100 cm

COL20

POT 2.5

Wide spreading evergreen shrub with highly aromatic fine bright golden leaves. A mass of small pink flowers cover the bush late winter through the spring. Trim after flowering to maintain its shape. Best planted in part-shade in free draining soil. Hardy and reliable.

 

COLEONEMA ALBUM

Ht 1 x 1 mt

COL05

POT 2.5

Compact evergreen shrub with highly aromatic fine bright green leaves and a rounded habit. A mass of small white flowers cover the bush late winter through the spring. Trim after flowering to maintain shape. Best planted in full sun in free draining soil. Hardy and reliable.

 

COLOCASIA ESCULENTA 'BLACK CORAL'

Ht. 80 x 80 cm

COLO10

POT 2.5

Tuberous, stemless, frost-tender perennial. Foliage plant with huge, heart-shaped dark purple, glossy conspicuously-veined, downward-pointing, leaves on long, stout, succulent stems. Flowers with yellowish-white spathes and spadixes are infrequently produced and usually hidden by the foliage when they do occur. This is also commercially grown as a food crop in Hawaii called Taro. The dark purple leaves retain their color in full sun, avoid cold frosty sites.

 

CONVOLVULUS CNEORUM

Ht 60 x 100 cm

CON05

POT 2.5

Attractive low perennial, forms a compact rounded bush with glossy silvery-grey foliage. Great masses of showy white, open trumpet flowers cover bush through the summer months. Prefers warm sunny sites, with well drained light soil. Avoid heavy frost, and too much water. Good for warm sunny banks and garden edges.

 

CONVOLVULUS MAURITANICUS

Ht 20 x 100 cm

CON10

POT 2.5

Evergreen perennial with long trailing branches. Beautiful ground cover with no bad habits. In a sunny site it will have masses of soft blue flowers throughout summer. Enjoys full sun. Needs well drained soil, great over walls. Hardy.

 

COPROSMA 'MIDDLEMORE'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

COP62

PB 5

Attractive shrub with a tight bushy growing habit. Highly glossy dark green leaves on erect branches. Lovely as a low hedge. Will grow in most situations and soils, though avoid very heavy frost. Grows well in coastal or exposed sites. Discovered at Middlemore Hospital.

 

COPROSMA 'RED ROCKS'

Ht 50 x 100 cm

COP70

PB 5

Picturesque ground cover which forms a cushiony mound of intertwining rusty-red branchlets. Long narrow leaves are mustard-green. Tiny flowers will form iridescent blue berries if fertilised. Grows well in poor, dry, sandy soils. Great for coastal and exposed sites. Very hardy.

 

COPROSMA 'SILVER QUEEN'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COP82

PB 5

NZ coastal plant with glossy marbled white and green leaves. Small flowers are followed by orange berries enjoyed by birds. Grows in sun or shade, tolerates coastal conditions. Useful as hedge in windy sites. Best if trimmed to shape.

 

COPROSMA 'TAIKO'

Ht 30 x 100 cm

COP83

PB 5

Prostrate ground cover with a spreading mounding form. The yellow-green interlaced branches are covered with dark green leaves and weep to the ground. Grows in most soils including sand and clay. Very hardy. Will tolerate light foot traffic.

 

COPROSMA 'WHARARIKI BEACH'

Ht 40 x 60 cm

COP97

POT 2.5

Low growing dense green ground cover plant. Rich green rounded leaves. Superb for weed control. Quite outstanding.

 

COPROSMA ACEROSA.

Ht 30 x 100 cm

COP05

PB 5

Picturesque ground cover which forms a cushiony mound of intertwining mustard-brown branches. Long narrow leaves are deep green. Tiny flowers will form iridescent blue berries if fertilised. Grows well in poor, dry, sandy soils. Great for coastal and exposed sites. Very hardy.

 

COPROSMA LUCIDA

Ht 4 x 2 mt

COP50

PB 5

Shrub or small tree found in scrub and forest throughout New Zealand,. The glossy leathery leaves are oval, dark green and contrast nicely with the clusters of orangey red berries that are attractive to native birds. It is very wind hardy. Good for hedging.

 

COPROSMA REPENS 'PROSTRATA'

Ht. 50 x 100 cm

COP76

PB 6.5

Well known native coastal plant with rounded glossy mid-green leaves. Dense low growing spreading habit, will cascade over rocks or walls. Small flowers are followed by orange berries enjoyed by birds. Grows in sun or shade, tolerates coastal and exposed conditions

 

COPROSMA TE PUNA (HAWERA)

Ht 30 x 100 cm

COP44

PB 5

Picturesque very flat ground cover which forms a spreading prostrate mound of intertwining creamy brown branchlets. The long narrow leaves are olive green. Tiny flowers will form iridescent blue berries if fertilised. Grows well in poor, dry, sandy soils. Great for coastal and exposed sites. Very hardy.

 

COPROSMA VIRESCENS.

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COP94

PB 5

Bushy erect shrub with slender interlacing pale beige branchlets. Bark peeling to a pale mottled pattern. Small rounded pale green leaves. Hardy, good as a hedge or contrast plant. Interesting small feature plant. Occurs naturally in lowland and montane zones.

 

COPROSMA X KIRKII 'KIRKII'

Ht 30 x 150 cm

COP47

PB 6.5

Vigorous ground cover shrub with long spreading low branches rapidly forming a dense mat of shining deep olive green leaves. Overall all impression is a greenish-mustard colour. Thrives in sandy soils, but will grow in most sites. Will tolerate shade but prefers sun. Very effective to cover steep banks. Very hardy.

 

CORDYLINE STRICTA

Ht 2 x 2 mt

COR20

POT 3.5

Broad palm like green, purple backed leaves crown the bare trunk, developing multi-trunks with age. Impressive flowering spikes of blue flowers in summer. Avoid very frosty sites.

 

COREOPSIS 'MANGO'

Ht 30 x 50 cm

COR30

POT 2.5

Compact perennial with magnificent orange apricot flowers from early summer to autumn. Full sun or partial shade. A favorite of bees and butterflies.

 

COREOPSIS VERTICILLATA

Ht 40 x 40 cm

COR33

POT 2.5

Rhizomatous perennial which grows in dense, bushy clumps. Lemon daisy-like flowers in a profuse and lengthy late spring to late summer bloom. Shearing plants in mid-summer will promote a flowers in Autumn. Palmately leaves with thread-like segments lend a fine-textured and airy appearance to the plant. Hardy, best in a sunny site.

 

CORNUS ALBA 'ELEGANTISSIMA'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR41

PB 6.5

Large shrub with prostrate to erect stems, glabrous, becoming red in the autumn and winter. Large ovate green leaves broadly margined and mottled white. Good autumn colour. Prune out older stems to encourage the new brightly coloured ones. Very hardy to cold and wet or dry soils. Lovely planted near ponds.

 

COROKIA 'BLACKBERRY & LIME'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

COR45

PB 5

Attractive native shrub with fine twiggy branches covered with brown and lime foliage. In summer it has starry yellow flowers followed by red fruits. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA 'CLOVER' PVR

Ht 1 x 1 mt

COR52

POT 2.5

Compact bushy native shrub with erect branches covered with small grey green foliage. In summer it has starry yellow flowers followed by orange-yellow fruit. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA 'FROSTED CHOCOLATE'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR57

PB 5

Attractive native shrub with erect branches covered with brown-green foliage turning chocolate brown in winter. In summer it has starry yellow flowers. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant. Bred by Mike Geenty of Hamilton.

 

COROKIA 'GEENTY'S GIANT'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR60

PB 6.5

A slender growing shrub with green foliage which turns bronze in the cooler months. Covers itself with starry yellow flowers in early summer followed by dark red berries. Makes an ideal hedge. Coastal and wind tolerant.

 

COROKIA 'GEENTY'S GREEN'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR63

PB 5

Attractive native shrub with erect branches covered with grey green foliage giving it a silvery appearance. In summer it has starry yellow flowers followed by orange-yellow fruit. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant. Bred by Mike Geenty of Hamilton.

 

COROKIA 'GEENTYS GREEN DWARF'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

COR64

POT 2.5

Attractive compact native shrub with erect branches covered with small grey green foliage. In summer it has starry yellow flowers. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA 'GREENSTONE'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR66

PB 5

Attractive native shrub with erect branches covered with small grey green foliage. In summer it has starry yellow flowers followed by orange-yellow fruit. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA 'RED WONDER'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR72

PB 5

Attractive erect bushy shrub with fine twiggy branches covered with dark green foliage turning red-bronze in winter. In summer it has starry yellow flowers followed by red fruits. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites with wet ground. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA 'SUNSPLASH'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR74

PB 5

Attractive native shrub with erect branches covered with grey green foliage edged with yellow. In summer it has starry yellow flowers. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA 'YELLOW WONDER'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR78

PB 5

Attractive erect bushy shrub with erect branches covered with grey green foliage. In summer it has starry yellow flowers followed by yellow fruits. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites with wet ground. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA BUDDLEOIDES

Ht 1 x 1 mt

COR48

PB 5

Attractive native shrub, the erect branches are covered with narrow long dark green foliage, turning bronze in winter. In summer it has starry bright yellow flowers followed by dark red berries. Naturally a plant that grows under the shade of large trees. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA CHEESEMANII (ERECTA)

Ht 2 x 1 mt

COR51

PB 5

Attractive native shrub with fine twiggy branches covered with grey-green foliage. In summer it has starry yellow flowers followed by red fruits. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant.

 

COROKIA COT. 'NORTH CAPE'

Ht 50 x 80 cm

COR69

POT 1.5

Attractive low growing native shrub with fine twiggy branches covered with grey-green leaves. In summer it has starry yellow flowers followed by red fruits. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter.

 

CORREA 'DUSKY BELLS'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

COR82

PB 5

Compact flowering shrub with rounded green leaves. Spreading branches have dull red to dusky pink bell flowers hanging from them late winter and spring. Plant in full sun, avoiding heavy frosts. Great for sandy or rocky soils, and coastal sites. Provides nectar for the bees and birds.

 

CORREA 'WYN'S WONDER'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

COR86

POT 2.5

Compact flowering shrub with rounded green and cream variegated leaves. Spreading branches have red bell flowers hanging from them late winter and spring. Plant in full sun, avoiding heavy frosts. Great for sandy or rocky soils, and coastal sites. Provides nectar for the bees and birds.

 

CORYDALIS 'BLUE HERON'

Ht 20 x 25 cm

COR87

POT 2.5

Clumping perennial. It forms a mound of ferny blue-grey foliage, topped for several weeks in the spring with clusters of intense sapphire-blue fragrant blooms. Give this a cool, shady position with regular moisture. May go dormant in summer if kept too hot or dry. Habit appears to be distinctly clumping rather than spreading, with little or no self seeding. An absolute gem for the moist woodland garden. Collected in Sichuan, China by Dan Hinkley of the famous Heronswood Nursery in Washington State. Cold hardy, needs a sheltered site.

 

CORYLOPSIS SPICATA

Ht 2.5m X 2m

COR88

PB 6.5

Dense, spreading, multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub. Small drooping clusters of fragrant tiny lemon yellow flowers with red to purple anthers bloom in late winter to early spring before the leaves unfold. Ovate to obovate leaves emerge bronze-purple, changing to blue-green later in spring. Autumn color is yellow to yellowish-green. Hardy. Prefers good soil, not too dry and a sheltered site.

 

COSMOS ATROSANGUINEUS

Ht 60 x 60 cm

COS05

POT 2.5

Tuberous-rooted perennial that has compound, dark green leaves. Tall stalks of brownish-red flowers with a chocolate scent from early summer to Autumn. Best in a sheltered warm sunny site. Hardy once established. Avoid damp or wet ground.

 

COTINUS 'FOLIIS PURPUREIS'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

COT05

POT 3.5

Large deciduous shrub with long erect branches. Fabulous rich purple foliage in spring and summer. Beautiful yellow-orange autumn colours. Showy clusters of pink flowers in summer. Hardy. Deciduous, great for dry sites. Sun or semi-shade.

 

COTINUS 'VELVET CLOAK'

Ht 2 x 2 mt

COT15

PB 6.5

Large deciduous shrub with long erect branches. Fabulous rounded rich purple foliage in spring and summer. Beautiful yellow-orange autumn colours. Showy clusters of pink flowers in summer, giving the illusion of smoke. Hardy. Deciduous, great for dry sites. Sun or semi-shade. Wonderful for colour and contrast in the garden.

 

COTINUS COGGYGRIA

Ht 3 x 2 mt

COT02

POT 3.5

Large deciduous shrub with long erect branches. Fabulous smooth rounded green leaves appear in spring and summer. Beautiful yellow-orange autumn colours. Showy clusters of fawn-pink flowers in summer. Hardy. Deciduous, great for dry sites. Sun or semi-shade.

 

COTINUS COGGYGRIA 'PURPUREA'

Ht 4 x 3 mt

COT04

POT 3.5

Large deciduous shrub with long erect branches. Fabulous rich purple foliage in spring and summer. Beautiful yellow-orange autumn colours. Showy clusters of pink flowers in summer. Hardy. Deciduous, great for dry sites. Sun or semi-shade.

 

COTINUS COGGYGRIA 'ROYAL PURPLE'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

COT12

PB 6.5

Large deciduous shrub with long erect branches. Fabulous rich purple foliage in spring and summer. Beautiful yellow-orange autumn colours. Showy clusters of pink flowers in summer. Hardy. Deciduous, great for dry sites. Sun or semi-shade.

 

COTINUS OBOVATUS

Ht 3 x 2 mt

COT20

POT 3.5

Large deciduous shrub with long erect branches. Fabulous large smooth rounded green leaves appear in spring and summer. Beautiful red-orange autumn colours. Occasionally it has fawn-pink flowers in summer. Hardy. Deciduous, great for dry sites. Sun or semi-shade.

 

CROCROSMIA 'LUCIFER'

Ht 50 x 40 cm

CRO05

PB 5

Deciduous cormous perennial with flowers and foliage that are similar to gladiolus. A clump-forming plant that features tubular, nodding, scarlet red, one-sided flowers borne along the upper portions of stiffly arching, sometimes branched, flower stems slightly above the narrow, sword-shaped, basal leaves. Grow in medium moisture, moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers full sun, but appreciates part shade in hot summer climates.

 

CUNONIA CAPENSIS

Ht 4 x 2 mt

CU05

POT 3.5

Fast growing African plant that can develop into a rounded tree in ideal conditions. Attractive shiny leaves, shaped like butter knives, have bronzy-red new growth, which matures to a dark green with a reddish tinge. Clusters of small cream flowers densely crowded on long spikes in summer. Shade or sun. Avoid heavy frost or very dry sites.

 

CUPRESSUS SEMP. 'GRACILIS'

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CU43L

PB 12

A superb form of Italian cypress. It has fine threadlike foliage, fresh green colour and compact. Distinctive narrow conical conifer. Best planted in a sunny site where they are not shaded by other plants or buildings. Very hardy to cold. Grows in a range of soil types, but avoid very rich fertile soils which cause the plant to lose its shape. Wonderful structural plant.

 

CUSSONIA PANICULATA

Ht 3 x 2 mt

CU52

POT 3.5

Handsome evergreen small tree. Compact rounded branched crown on a stocky thick trunk. The large bluish-green lobed leaves of this small tree are spirally arranged in terminal rosettes. Clusters of cream flowers are almost cob-like on short branched stems. Protect from frost when young. A very distinctive feature in the garden. Needs well drained soil, not too dry, plant in sun or semi-shade.

 

CYATHEA DEALBATA

Ht 5 x 3 mt

CY02

POT 6

Distinctive tree fern with a stout trunk, topped with numerous horizontal fronds up to 3 metres long. The upper surface is is shining and green, the lower surface is covered with a distinctive silvery-white bloom. The trunk is usually clothed with dead fronds. Tends to grow slowly. Prefers a site shetered from drying winds and with overhead shade, though can be grown in the open. Once established it does tolerate dry conditions. Occurs naturally in lowland to montane forests throughout New Zealand.

 

CYATHEA MEDALARIS

Ht 10 x 4 mt

CY04

POT 6

Largest of our tree ferns. Distinctive tree fern with a stout trunk, topped with numerous long horizontal fronds. The upper surface is dark green. Tends to grow slowly. Prefers a site shetered from drying winds and with overhead shade, though can be grown in the open. Once established it does tolerate dry conditions. Occurs naturally throughout New Zealand, though rare east of the main divide in the South Island.

 

CYPERUS PAPYRUS

Ht 3 x 1 mt

CY20

PB 6.5

Perennial, rhizomatous plant with a graceful habit and bright green long leaves. The exotic unusual heads of umbrella-like flowers look great through the summer. Excellent for around wet areas, will cope with up to 30 cm of water above the root zone. Prefers good soil and a sunny site. beside pools or streams. Strips of the pith-like tissue from the flowering stems will unite under pressure to give papyrus paper.

 

CYPERUS PAPYRUS 'NANA'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

CY25

POT 2.5

Perennial, rhizomatous plant with a graceful habit and bright green long leaves. The exotic unusual heads of umbrella-like flowers look great through the summer. Excellent for around wet areas. Prefers good soil and a sunny site. Attractive beside pools or streams.

 

CYTISUS PROLIFERUS

Ht 4 x 4 mt

CY30

PB 5

Small growing evergreen tree with many benefits. Fast growing, fodder for animals, a nitrogen fixing plant, flowers in early spring so nectar for bees, tuis etc. Makes a great hedge, and suitable for firewood. Plant in full sun in free draining soil.

 

DACRYCARPUS DACRYDIOIDES

Ht 10 x 3 mt

DA10

PB 5

White pine. The tallest of our native forest trees. Erect habit with slender drooping branchlets. The young feathery growth is brownish green, adult foliage is dark green. Prefers damp soils, and shelter when young. Grows naturally in lowland to hilly forests, dominant in swampy forests. The fruit provides food for native birds, and was eaten raw by Maori.

 

DACRYDIUM CUPRESSINUM

Ht 7 x 2 mt

DA20

PB 5

NZ's native Rimu tree. A large tree with dark greyish brown bark. When mature it forms a pyramidal shape with distinctive brown-green foliage overlapping around the weeping branches. Prefers soils with good moisture, and shelter from wind when young. Tree may live for 900 years. Occurs naturally in lowland and mountain forests throughout New Zealand. The fruit provides food for native birds.

 

DAMPIERA DIVERSIFOLIA

Ht 20 x 100 cm

DA35

POT 2.5

Beautiful prostrate ground cover with bright green glossy leaves on a densely branched plant. Delightful dark purple-blue flowers with yellow centres in spring and summer smoother the plant. Best in a warm sheltered site in semi-shade, in soil that is moisture retentive.

 

DAPHNE 'SWEET AMETHYST' PVR

Ht 1 x 1 mt

DA70

POT 2.5

An bushy open shrub with long glossy green leaves. Clusters of beautiful light purple flowers with a deliciously sweet perfume appear in spring. The flowers are intensely fragrant. It is a hardy shrub but must have reasonable compost enriched soil, and should not be allowed to get too dry. Prefers a sunny open site. Every garden must have one. Plant by a doorway or under a window to really appreciate the fragrance.

 

DAPHNE BHOLUA

Ht 2 x 1 mt

DA43

PB 6.5

'Paper daphne'. Tall narrow shrub with leathery dull deep green leaves. Terminal clusters of very sweetly fragrant white-pink flowers through the winter. Hardy to cold. Prefers semi-shade and well drained soil. Great to plant near doorways and windows.

 

DESCHAMPSIA C. 'DAYBREAK'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

DE05

PB 5

Distinctive tussock forming perennial grass, the long narrow green leaves have yellow pinkish margins. Light elegant and glistening silvery-green spikes of flowers in summer. Grows best in semi-shade, with good soil, avoid very dry sites. Moist woodland would be its natural habitat.

 

DEUTZIA 'NIKKO'

Ht 1.5 x 1.5 mt

DE30

POT 2.5

Bushy shrub with arching branches. Medium oval mid green leaves, turning burgundy in autumn. Very pretty fully double, pure white flowers appear in early summer. Prefers good soil that does not get too dry. It grows best in a sunny site with protection from the hottest sun, to get the best flowering. After flowering it is good to cut out old stems from the base. Very cold hardy.

 

DIANELLA INT. 'MARGARET PRINGLE'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

DI06

POT 2.5

Native perennial with clumps of long green leaves margined with white. Very pretty. Spikes of small flowers turn to showy blue berries. Good for dry shade.

 

DIANELLA NIGRA

Ht 40 x 50 cm

DI05

POT 2.5

An evergreen perennial herb, forming very tight, compact, dense clumps of dull olive-green slightly drooping leaves. Spikes of nodding small white flowers turn to shiny blue berries. Prefers a site that does not dry out, sun or semi-shade. Tolerates some frost.

 

DICENTRA EXIMA

Ht 30 x 40 cm

DIC16

POT 2.5

Perennial with deeply-cut, fern-like, green foliage and pink to purplish red, nodding, heart-shaped flowers carried above the foliage on long stems in spring. Flower stems and basal leaves grow directly out of the scaly rootstock. In cooler climates, flowering may continue throughout the summer. Wildflower of the eastern United States that typically occurs on forest floors, rocky woods and ledges in the Appalachian Mountains. Best planted in dappled light, hardy.

 

DICENTRA EXIMA 'ALBA'

Ht 30 x 40 cm

DIC17

POT 2.5

Perennial with deeply-cut, fern-like, green foliage and white nodding, heart-shaped flowers carried above the foliage on long stems in spring. Flower stems and basal leaves grow directly out of the scaly rootstock. In cooler climates, flowering may continue throughout the summer. Wildflower of the eastern United States that typically occurs on forest floors, rocky woods and ledges in the Appalachian Mountains. Best planted in dappled light, hardy.

 

DICHONDRA 'SILVER FALLS'

Ht 5 x 50 cm

DI03

POT 1.5

Trailing evergreen ground cover perennial. Branching silver stems are clad with soft, rounded, fan-shaped, silver leaves. Tiny greenish-yellow to white spring flowers are not showy. It is native to desert regions in western Texas, New Mexico, southeastern Arizona and northern Mexico. It is easily grown in dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerates some light shade. Also tolerates heat and drought. Grows well in sandy loams with good drainage.

 

DICKSONIA SQARROSA

Ht. 4 x 3 mt

DIC18

POT 6

Tree fern with a slender trunk covered with hard black bases of old frond stalks, topped with numerous horizontal fronds up to 2 metres long. The upper surface is dark green and shining. Stout rhizomes sometimes grow underground to form a new plant. The trunk is usually clothed with dead fronds. Prefers a site shetered from drying winds and with overhead shade, though can be grown in the open. Tolerant of dry sites. Occurs naturally in lowland and hilly forests throughout New Zealand.

 

DIERAMA DISSIMILE

Ht 60 x 40 cm

DI19

POT 1.5

An elegant cormous perennial forming a clump of long, narrow leaves, with arching stems bearing nodding, bell-shaped, dark pink flowers in summer. Best in a sunny site in well drained soil. Deciduous

 

DIERAMA PULCHERRIMUM

Ht 100 x 50 cm

DI20

POT 2.5

An elegant cormous perennial forming a clump of long, narrow, evergreen leaves, with tall, arching stems bearing nodding, bell-shaped, rosy-purple flowers in summer. Great for waterside plantings, or at the back of a perennial border.

 

DIERAMA PULCHERRIMUM Light pink

Ht 100 x 50 cm

DI21

POT 2.5

An elegant cormous perennial forming a clump of long, narrow, evergreen leaves, with tall, arching stems bearing nodding, bell-shaped, light pink flowers in summer. Great for waterside plantings, or at the back of a perennial border.

 

DIETES BICOLOUR

Ht 60 x 60 cm

DI23

PB 5

This clump forming perennial is found naturally in open grassland. It has tall sword-shaped green foliage. Tall stems of large showy pale yellow iris-like flowers with three large chocolate coloured spots, through the spring and summer. Tolerates sunny dry sites and poor soil. Avoid cold frosty sites and sites that get wet in winter. Provides a strong vertical element in the garden. Hardy.

 

DIETES GRANDIFLORA

Ht 70 x 50 cm

DI24

POT 2.5

This clump forming perennial is found naturally in open grassland. It has tall sword-shaped green foliage. Tall stems of large showy white iris-like flowers with marked mauve and orange-yellow markings through the spring and summer. Tolerates sunny dry sites and poor soil. Avoid cold frosty sites and sites that get wet in winter. Provides a strong vertical element in the garden.

 

DIETES IRIDIOIDES

Ht 60 x 50 cm

DI25

POT 2.5

This clump forming perennial is found naturally in dry bushland. It has tall sword-shaped green foliage. Tall stems of large showy white iris-like flowers with marked blue and orange-yellow markings through the spring and summer. Tolerates sunny dry sites and poor soil. Avoid cold frosty sites and sites that get wet in winter. Provides a strong vertical element in the garden.

 

DISPHYMA AUSTRALE

Ht 10 x 60 cm

DIS10

POT 2.5

New Zealand's only native perennial succulent. A mat of fleshy bright green narrow leaves on long trailing stems. Star shaped multi-petaled pink flowers in summer. Great for over a wall or rocks. Hardy to coastal and exposed sites. Avoid frosty sites.

 

DISPOROPSIS PERNYI

Ht 40 x 50 cm

DIS25

POT 2.5

Rhizomatous, clump-forming perennial that is native to shaded mountain areas in forests, valleys or along streams in southern China. Strong, upright-arching, purple-spotted stems clad with shiny, leathery, dark evergreen leaves. Pendulous, tubular, creamy-white, bell-shaped flowers in late spring, they hang from undersides at each leaf axil. Flowers give way to purple-blue berries that ripen in early autumn. Best grown in moist, humusy, well-drained soils in part shade to full shade. Will slowly naturalize by creeping rhizomes to form colonies in optimum growing conditions. Tolerates dry and full shade. Hardy.

 

DODONAEA VISCOSA

Ht 4x 2 mt

DO05

PB 5

Ornamental small bushy erect tree. Attractive brown flaky bark. The long shining leaves are bright green and dense on erect branches. The seed capsule is most attractive in the autumn. Wind resistant, and grows in coastal sites. Good for shelter in light sandy soils. Very hardy for establishing in difficult soil.

 

DOMBEYA BURGESSIAE

Ht 3 x 3 mt

DOM10

PB 8

Small fast growing tree with large, velvety, soft leaves. The pretty white or pink flowers persist on the plant fading to light russet brown, which maybe used in dry flower arrangements. The fruits are small, round, furry capsules. Occurs naturally KwaZulu-Natal northwards to Tanzania, on forest margins, hillsides and slopes and along stream banks. Baskets are made from the exceptionally strong bark. It grows very well in light shade, which makes it ideal for planting under the canopy of other trees. Tolerant to both light frost and periods of drought.

 

DORYANTHES PALMERII

Ht. 2 x 3 mt

DOR10

POT 3.5

Hardy, low maintenance plant with grey-green long ribbed sword-like leaves which form in rosettes. The flowering stalk can grow to five metres tall. Flowers are red or reddish-orange in spring. Roasted Doryanthes flower spikes were used as a food source for Indigenous Australians and the roots were mashed into a pulp and made into cakes. Occurs naturally in the McPherson Ranges of southeastern Queensland. They are xerophytes, meaning that they have adapted to dry conditions. It is suited to most soil types.

 

DYMONDIA MARGARETAE

Ht 10 x 50 cm

DY02

POT 2.5

Very flat mat forming ground cover with silvery leaves. Nestled in the foliage are yellow daisy flowers through the summer. Very hardy once established, good for low traffic areas, between stepping stones. Plant in a weed free site for best results.

 

ECHEVERIA 'PERLE VON NUMBERG'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

EC11

POT 2.5

Interesting pink-grey succulent, that forms a large rosette. Yellow-orange flowers through late summer. Prefers hot, dry sites.

 

ECHEVERIA 'VIOLET QUEEN'

Ht 20 x 40 cm

EC20

POT 2.5

Hardy rosette-forming, gray-leafed succulent which freely offsets to form a dense small mound or groundcover with each rosette spreading up to 20 cm wide. The leaves are long and narrow and curve up slightly towards the tips to form an open lotus blossom shape. The leaves, especially the tips, take on a rose pink coloration in late fall and winter that is enhanced by cold evenings and even light frosts. Grow in free draining soil, in a sunny site.

 

ECHEVERIA 'WHITE ROSE'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

EC30

POT 2.5

Low growing succulent forming a spreading group of lotus-like rosettes of fleshy, slightly cupped, diamond-shaped leaves in silver-blue-green, tinged and outlined in dark pink. Slender flower stalks carry nodding bell-shaped flowers in orange-pink. Hardy to light frosts, it prefers a sunny, well drained site

 

ECHEVERIA ELEGANS

Ht 10 x 50 cm

EC07

POT 2.5

Succulent perennial forming a clump of evergreen rosettes of spoon-shaped, whitish-green leaves and one-sided racemes of lantern-shaped pink flowers, tipped with yellow, in late winter and spring. Grows in sun or semi-shade. Great for dry sites. Hardy to some frost.

 

ECHEVERIA PULVINATA

Ht 20 x 40 cm

EC10

POT 2.5

Small spreading succulent, with rosettes of green hair-covered leaves. Grows well in sunny warm dry sites. Many stems of orange flowers in summer.

 

ECHINEACEA 'POW WOW WHITE'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

ECH45

POT 2.5

Erect perennial forming a tall mound of coarse dark-green leaves, by midsummer bearing large white daisy flowers with an orange-brown central cone. Removing faded flowers regularly will greatly increase the blooming period. Seedheads have good winter interest. Outstanding for cutting. Attractive to butterflies. Plants may be easily divided in early spring.

 

ECHINEACEA PURPUREA

Ht 40 x 20 cm

ECH50

PB 5

Erect perennial forming a tall mound of coarse dark-green leaves, by midsummer bearing large daisy flowers with vivid deep rose-purple flowers surrounding an orange-brown central cone. Removing faded flowers regularly will greatly increase the blooming period. Seedheads have good winter interest. Outstanding for cutting. Attractive to butterflies. Plants may be easily divided in early spring.

 

EDGEWORTHIA PAPYRIFERA

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

ED05

POT 3.5

Medium shrub with distinct erect thick branches, topped by long green leaves. Clusters of fragrant white/yellow flowers winter into spring appear before the leaves. In Japan the bark traditionally provides high quality paper. Frost hardy, prefers a sheltered site, avoid dry soil.

 

ELAEAGNUS X EBBINGEI

Ht 4 x 4 mt

EL02

PB 6.5

Large, bushy, rounded shrub with green leathery leaves with silver scales. The leaves age to a lustrous dark green above but remain silver gray beneath. Creamy white fragrant flowers in Autmn. Small, one-seeded, reddish-brown fruits typically ripen in spring. Fruits are edible. Very hardy, great hedge.

 

ELAEOCARPUS DENTATUS

Ht 6 x 2 mt

EL05

PB 6.5

Attractive native slow growing tree with long dark green leaves. Beautiful racemes of white drooping flowers. Prefers deep rich soils. Sheltered site. Sun or shade.

 

ELEGIA CAPENSIS

Ht 2 x 1 mt

EL20

POT 3.5

This restio is a tall, dark green elegant plant with large, decorative, papery sheaths along the stems. Long, needle-like branches, gives its horsetail-like appearance. It is an excellent feature plant. Looks fabulous in a windy open site. Best with good well drained soil that does not get too dry. Hardy.

 

ELEGIA TECTORUM

Ht 1.5 x 1m

EL24

POT 3.5

This restio is a tall, dark green elegant plant with tufted reed-like leaves. It is an excellent feature plant. Looks fabulous in a windy open site. Best with good well drained soil that does not get too dry. Hardy. In nature, restios are mostly found in the Western Cape fynbos region where they occur together with proteas, pincushions, ericas and other fynbos species. Elegia tectorum occurs naturally in marshes and seeps on deep sand in the Western and Eastern Cape extending from Clanwilliam to Port Elizabeth. Plants may reach up to 1.5m in height with a spread of up to 2-3m.

 

ELINGAMITA JOHNSONII

Ht 4 x 2 mt

EL25

PB 5

Native tree from the Three Kings Island. Named after the wrecked ship Elingamite. Forms a small tree with glossy deep green leaves, tough and leathery. It has light cream flowers with a tinge of pink through the summer, followed by red berries. Requires protection from frost. Plant in good soil that does not dry out.

 

EMBOTHRIUM COCC. LANCEOLATUM

Ht 4 x 2 mt

EM05

POT 3.5

Spectacular slender tree with deep green long leaves. In late spring and summer the tree is covered with honeysuckle-like bright orange-red flowers. Provides nectar for birds. It is hardy to cold but prefers a warm site, sheltered from wind. Needs well drained soil that is moisture retentive, and does not get too dry. Will sucker into a thicket in the right conditions.

 

ENKIANTHUS CAMPANULATUS

Ht. 1.5 x 1 mt

ENK05

POT 2.5

Elegant deciduous shrub with smooth, reddish young shoots. The long dull green leaves turn gold and scarlet in autumn. In spring it produces clusters of bell-like pale creamish pink flowers. Prefers a cooler climate and good soil. Sun or semi-shade, if the summers are hot then plant in the shade. Hardy.

 

EPIDENDRUM IBAGUENSE

Ht 40 x 50 cm

EPI10

POT 1.5

Perennial lithophytic that grows naturally on rocks. Leathery strap-like leaves and dense clusters of orange flowers. In a tropical setting, the plant will bloom all year. Native to South America. Needs heat, humidity and indirect sunlight to perform at its best. Although mature plants are drought tolerant, watering during the warmer months and reduced watering in the cooler months is best. If growing this orchid in a pot, use a fast-draining mix to prevent root rot. Too much direct sunlight can cause the leaves to turn brown. Too little light may cause the plant to become leggy and reduced flowering.

 

EPIMEDIUM 'NIVEUM'

Ht 20 x 50 cm

EP05

POT 1.5

Compact ground cover perennial, with heart shaped deciduous leaves which emerge bronze, turning green in late spring. Spikes of cup-shaped snow white flowers appear in spring. Best in a shaded site, not too dry. Woodland plant.

 

EPIMEDIUM 'SOFT APRICOT'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

EP10

POT 2.5

Compact ground cover perennial that slowly spreads by rhizomatous branches. The heart shaped leaves on thin stiff stems, emerge bronze, turning green in late spring. Tiny dainty spurred blooms of soft apricot on wiry stems in spring. Prefers semi-shade or shade, thriving in a moist woodland situation. It will tolerate dry and some sun.

 

EPIMEDIUM 'WISLEY'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

EP25

POT 1.5

Beautiful spreading evergreen ground cover, good for shady, dry conditions. The leaves open an attractive pale green; contrasting well with the last years foliage and having lovely red netting. The sunshine yellow flowers on upright spikes. Easily grown in any good soil. Hardy. Semi-deciduous.

 

EPIMEDIUM DAVIDII

Ht. 30 x 50 cm

EP02

POT 2.5

Compact ground cover perennial that slowly spreads by rhizomatous branches. The heart shaped leaves on thin stiff stems, emerge light green, turning dark green in late spring. Tiny dainty spurred blooms of yellow on wiry stems in spring. Prefers semi-shade or shade, thriving in a shady leafy places. It will tolerate dry. Hardy

 

EPIMEDIUM GRANDIFLORA

Ht 50 x 50 cm

EP03

POT 1.5

Dense ground cover perennial that slowly spreads by rhizomatous branches. The heart shaped leaves on thin stiff stems, emerge pinkish bronze, turning green in late spring. Dainty spurred pink flowers on wiry stems in spring. Prefers semi-shade or shade, thriving in a moist woodland situation. It will tolerate dry and some sun.

 

EPIMEDIUM X VERSICOLOUR 'RUBRUM'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

EP15

POT 2.5

Compact ground cover perennial that slowly spreads by rhizomatous branches. The heart shaped leaves on thin stiff stems, are green tinted reddish when young. Tiny dainty spurred blooms of spikes of pendant red flowers in spring. Prefers semi-shade or shade, thriving in a moist woodland situation. It will also grow in dry, sunny sites.

 

ERICA 'AURORA'

Ht 80 x 50 cm

ER08

POT 2.5

Attractive erect shrub with tall stems clothed in fine green leaves. In late winter and spring the bright orange red tubular flowers cover the stems. Great for floral work. A sunny sheltered site best. Trim stems after flowering to maintain the best shape.

 

ERICA 'GOLDEN LADY'

Ht 40 x 50 cm

ER41

POT 2.5

Compact shrub with a rounded conical shape. Pretty golden yellow leaves all year around. In winter and spring it has white bell-like flowers with red anthers. This plant is hardy to cold and frost but prefers semi shade and free draining, lime free soil. Avoid very dry sites. Great winter colour in the garden.

 

ERICA 'KRAMERS RED'

Ht 30 x 70 cm

ER53

POT 2.5

Shrub with a dense wide spreading habit. Emerging leaves are bronze turning dark green with age. A mass of rosy red bell-like flowers cover the bush in winter and spring. Best planted in a sunny position, in well drained soil. Frost hardy.

 

ERICA 'SPRINGWOOD WHITE'

Ht 30 x 70 cm

ER84

POT 2.5

Excellent winter flowering ground cover shrub. The white flowers with red anthers smother the bush winter and spring. Best planted in a sunny sites, with good drainage, but not too dry. Frost hardy.

 

ERICA 'THINK PINK'

Ht 70 x 70cm

ER85

POT 2.5

An attractive Erica with an erect growth habit and fine light green leaves. Pretty clusters of clear pink tubular flowers in winter and spring. Prefers an open sunny situation in a light well drained soil. Prune long stems back by half after flowering.

 

ERICA COLORANS 'WHITE DELIGHT'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

ER26

POT 2.5

Small attractive erect shrub with stems clothed in tiny, crowded, deep green leaves. Through late winter pink buds open to tubular white flowers cover the stems, aging to a rosy-pink. Great for floral work. Full sun and a sheltered site best. Trim after flowering to maintain shape.

 

ERICA MEL. 'RUBY SHEPHERD'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

ER60

POT 2.5

Delightful autumn flowering shrub. Erect branches of fine green foliage. Whole bush is covered in small rose pink flowers for many months. Prefers good lime free soil, well drained but not too dry. Needs a sunny site for good flowering, hardy.

 

ERICA OATSEII 'WINTER FIRE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

ER68

POT 2.5

Colourful shrub with an erect shape. Tall stems are clothed with bright green small leaves. Throughout the autumn and winter these stems are covered with bright orange-red flowers. Prefers a sunny site, well drained soil that does not get too dry. Trim well after flowering to maintain shape.

 

ERICA SESSILIFLORA 'ICE GREEN'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

ER80

POT 2.5

Distinctive shrub with tall stems of small green leaves. Lime green tubular flowers appear in clusters on the stem tips through winter. Best planted in a sunny site with well drained soil that does not dry out. Avoid heavy frost. Trim well after flowering.

 

ERICA x DARLEYENSIS

Ht 30 x 70 cm

ER35

POT 2.5

Shrub with a dense wide spreading habit. Emerging leaves are dark green. A mass of rosy pink bell-like flowers cover the bush in winter and spring. Best planted in a sunny position, in well drained soil. Frost hardy.

 

ERIOSTEMON 'BOURNDA BEAUTY'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

ER87

POT 2.5

Very hardy small bushy shrub with green aromatic leaves. Star-like waxy white flowers cover the branches in winter and spring. Grows in shade or sun and tolerates dry conditions. A very hardy plant. Avoid very cold, wet sites. May be clipped to shape.

 

ERIOSTEMON 'WINTER ROUGE'

Ht 80 x 80 cm

ER96

POT 2.5

Very hardy small bushy shrub with green aromatic leaves. Star-like waxy pink fading to white flowers emerge from deep pink buds. These cover the branches in winter and spring. Grows in shade or sun and tolerates dry conditions. A very hardy plant. Avoid very cold, wet sites. May be clipped to shape.

 

ERYSIMUM 'BOWLES MAUVE'

Ht 30 x 30 cm

ERY15

POT 2.5

Bushy evergreen perennial with narrow dark grey-green leaves and dense racemes of often fragrant, rich mauve flowers through winter and spring. Best in a sunny site. Hardy.

 

ERYSIMUM 'JOY GOLD'

Ht 40 x 30 cm

ERY25

POT 2.5

Bushy evergreen perennial with narrow dark grey-green leaves and dense racemes of often fragrant, pale yellow to gold flowers through winter and spring. Best in a sunny site. Hardy.

 

ERYSIMUM 'MAUVE MIST'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

ERY30

POT 2.5

Bushy evergreen perennial with very narrow grey-green leaves and dense racemes of often fragrant, rich mauve flowers through winter and spring. Best in a sunny site. Hardy.

 

ERYTHINA CRISTA-GALLI

Ht 4 x 2 mt

ERY10

PB 6.5

A sub-tropical tree with large glossy green leaves on spiky branches. All summer there are spectacular spikes of scarlet-red pea shaped flowers on the branch tips. Plant in a sunny position in free draining soil. In frost conditions the tree will die back, then re-emerge agin the spring.

 

ESCALLONIA 'GOLD BRIAN'

Ht 2 x 2 mt

ES11

POT 3.5

One of the best plants available to light up a shady area. New foliage is a soft lime green and gradually turns to more golden tones. The flowers are a rosy pink and appear in summer. Happiest with protection from the afternoon sun. Trims well, making it ideal as a hedge

 

ESCALLONIA 'NEWPORT DWARF'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

ES14

PB 6.5

Easily grown hardy shrub with a bushy habit and glossy green leaves. The shrub is covered in clusters of red flowers in spring and summer. Great for a fast growing hedge. Hardy to frost, wind, coastal sites. Tolerates dry.

 

ESCALLONIA BIFIDA

Ht. 4 x 2 mt

ES08

PB 6.5

Easily grown hardy small tree with a bushy habit and glossy green leaves. The tree is covered in clusters of white flowers in spring and summer. Great for a fast growing hedge. Hardy to frost, wind, coastal sites. Tolerates dry.

 

EUONYMUS 'EMERALD GEM'

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EUONYMUS 'EMERALD GEM'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

EU72

PB 5

Rounded compact shrub with dense rich green glossy leaves. Small cream flowers in summer. Excellent plant for low hedging or topiary. Prefers a sunny site, tolerates some dry. Frost hardy. Trim to maintain shape.

 

EUONYMUS 'GREEN SPIRES'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

EU78

PB 5

Compact shrub with an upright growing habit. Dense rich green glossy leaves. Excellent for low hedging or topiary. Prefers open site not too dry.

 

EUPATORIUM MACULATUM

Ht 100 x 50 cm

EUP10

PB 6.5

Tall perennial with strong erect purple stained stems that are branched with attractive flat topped fragrant mauve pink flowers. They flower profusely from around mid summer into autumn, throughout the winter months they have ornamental seed heads. A great choice for the border, in wild meadow flower plantings, cottage gardens or as a cut flower. It will perform well in a full sun position but will tolerate some shade. It will grow in clay soils and will tolerate medium to wet soils. Cut the plant to the ground in late winter and it will come away vigorously in the spring. The flowers are fragrant and most attractive to pollinators in search of nectar so loved by bees and butterflies.

 

EUPHORBIA 'FIREGLOW'

Ht. 60 x 60 cm

EU82

POT 2.5

Bushy perennial with creeping rhizomatous stems. Tall stems clothed in long mid-green leaves with red midribs emerge in spring. Early summer these are topped by small yellow flowers surrounded by brilliant hot orange-scarlet bracts. Very colourful and interesting. Hardy to cold, prefers a sunny site. Will grow in most soils, though does thrive in moist conditions. Will spread if conditions ideal.

 

EUPHORBIA 'KEA'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

EU87

POT 2.5

A clumping perennial with a woody base and very appealing deep blue-green foliage on green tinged purple stems. Very showy big clusters of lime gold flowers in spring. The range of colours of flowers and foliage is considered to be similar to those of the Kea, that cheeky high country parrot, hence the inspiration for the name. They prefer growing in well drained soil in an open position, not crowded by other plants. Wonderful for providing texture and interest to the garden. Hardy.

 

EUPHORBIA 'MARTINII'

Ht 70 x 70 cm

EU88

POT 2.5

A clumping perennial with a woody base and very appealing deep reddish blue-green foliage on green tinged purple stems. Very showy big clusters of lime green flowers in spring. Prefers growing in well drained soil in an open position, not crowded by other plants. Wonderful for providing texture and interest to the garden. Hardy.

 

EUPHORBIA 'SNOWTOPS'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

EU97

POT 2.5

A clumping perennial with a woody base and white and green foliage on green tinged stems. Very showy big clusters of white-green flowers in spring. Prefers growing in well drained soil in an open position, not crowded by other plants. Wonderful for providing texture and interest to the garden. Hardy.

 

EUPHORBIA GLAUCA

Ht 50 x 50 cm

EU84

PB 5

NZ native perennial with attractive vivid blue-grey foliage on tall red stems. It forms a clump with a wide creeping habit in good conditions. Clusters of small purple flowers on tall stems in the spring. Grows really well in sandy and coastal sites, if allowed adequate moisture. Prefers an open site. It is a coastal plant of great ecological importance. Many of its natural habitats have been lost due to coastal development and weed competition. Frost hardy. Occurs naturally all over New Zealand.

 

EUPHORBIA POLYCHROMA

Ht. 50 x 50 cm

EU95

POT 2.5

A clumping perennial forming a neat symmetrical dome, with very appealing yellow-green tinged red foliage on green tinged purple stems. Very showy big clusters of brilliant yellow green flowers in spring. Prefers growing in well drained soil in an open position, not crowded by other plants. Wonderful for providing texture and interest to the garden. Hardy.

 

EUPHORBIA var ROBBIAE

Ht 50 x 40 cm

EU96

POT 2.5

Spreading evergreen perennial forming clumps of rosettes of oblong, dark green leaves from which arise large rounded sprays of yellow-green flowers in spring. Prefers growing in well drained soil in an open position, not crowded by other plants. Wonderful for providing texture and interest to the garden. Hardy.

 

EURYOPS PECTINATUS

Ht 80 x 80 cm

EUR89

POT 3.5

Hardy small shrub with dense grey-green foliage. Masses of golden-yellow daisy flowers throughout winter and spring. Very hardy, grows well in hot dry sunny sites. Trim after flowering to maintain size and shape. Very useful plant for winter colour.

 

EUTAXIA MYRTIFOLIA 'NANA'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

EUT90

POT 2.5

Delightful dwarf shrub with overlapping green leaves. In spring the stems are smothered with orange pea-like flowers, very colourful. Quick growing, best trimmed well after flowering. Grows in most well drained soils, in a sunny site.

 

EXOCHORDA 'THE BRIDE'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

EX05

POT 2.5

Beautiful compact dense shrub with graceful nodding branches. In spring it has fresh green foliage. Masses of showy lightly fragrant pearl white flowers in spring. Very pretty, often used as a standard. Hardy. Grows in most soils, sun or semi-shade.

 

FATSIA JAPONICA

Ht 2 x 2 mt

FA05L

PB 18

Lush bushy shrub with large bold palmate mid-green leaves on long stalks. Large clusters of cream flowers are followed by black berries. Will grow well in dry shady sites. Tolerates a sunny site if not too dry. Very hardy.

 

FATSIA JAPONICA

Ht 2 x 2 mt

FA05

POT 3.5

Lush bushy shrub with large bold palmate mid-green leaves on long stalks. Large clusters of cream flowers are followed by black berries. Will grow well in dry shady sites. Tolerates a sunny site if not too dry. Very hardy.

 

FELICIA AMELLOIDES

Ht 30 x 30 cm

FEL10

POT 2.5

Small perennial with rich green foliage. Throughout the warm months it is smoothered with striking sky-blue flowerheads with a bight yellow centre, held well above the leaves. Best in a warm, free draining site.

 

FICUS 'TUFFY'

Ht 4 x 2 mt

FI15

POT 3.5

Compact, evergreen tree with glossy bright green new foliage, darkening with age. Its vigourous and neat upright habit makes it an ideal hedging and topiary plant. \r\nPlant in a well drained site with no frost.

 

FICUS PUMILA

Ht 30 x 100 cm

FI05

POT 2.5

Small creeping vine that has self-rooting stems that will cling to walls and trunks of trees in its juvenile stage. As a juvenile it has soft heart shaped dark green leaves. As it matures the plant develops thick stocky branches in its adult stage, with longer leathery mid-green leaves. Very useful for densely covering walls, fences or buildings. Hardy, though prefers semi-shaded sites.

 

FICUS PUMILA 'MINIMA'

Ht 30 x 100 cm

FI10

POT 1.5

Small creeping vine that has self-rooting stems that will cling to walls and trunks of trees in its juvenile stage. As a juvenile it has soft heart shaped dark green slender leaves. Grows slowly. As it matures the plant develops thick stocky branches in its adult stage, with longer leathery mid-green leaves. Very useful for densely covering walls, fences or buildings. Hardy, though prefers semi-shaded sites.

 

FRAGARIA VESCA

Ht 20 x 50 cm

FR02

POT 2.5

Clump forming strawberries that forms runners. Great as edging plants. Delicious and very easy to grow. They fruit continually except when there are heavy frosts. They have small sweet bright red berries. Awesome addition to the garden especially with young children around.

 

FRAGARIA VESCA 'WHITE ALPINE'

Ht 10 x 40 cm

FR05

POT 2.5

Clump forming strawberries that do not form runners. Great as edging plants. Delicious and very easy to grow. They fruit continually except when there are heavy frosts. They are large white berries, larger and sweeter than the traditional white Alpine. Awesome addition to the garden especially with young children around.

 

FUCHSIA 'GARTENMEISTER BONSTEDT'

Ht 70 x 50 cm

FU15

POT 3.5

Small bushy shrub with large dark bronze leaves tinged red above. Tubular blood red flowers hang on the bush in clusters over a long season. An old garden favourite. Prefers a sheltered site, semi-shade best. Soil with even moisture will give the best results. Tolerates only very light frost.

 

FUCHSIA PROCUMBENS

Ht 10 x 60 cm

FU20

POT 2.5

Dainty spreading ground cover shrub with heart-shaped green leaves on slender stems. Through the summer a mass of green and yellow flowers face upwards, showing off the distinctive blue pollen. These are followed by deep red berries with a plum-like bloom. Prefers a moist semi-shaded site, tolerates frost though may become semi-deciduous. Will tolerate drought once established.

 

FUCHSIA PROCUMBENS 'VARIEGATA'

Ht 20 x 100 cm

FU25

POT 2.5

Dainty spreading ground cover shrub with heart-shaped green and cream variegated leaves on slender stems. Through the summer a mass of green and yellow flowers face upwards, showing off the distinctive blue pollen. These are followed by deep red berries with a plum-like bloom. Prefers a moist semi-shaded site, tolerates frost though may become semi-deciduous. Will tolerate drought once established.

 

FURCRAEA PARMENTIERI

Ht 4 x 3 mt

FU05

POT 3.5

Evergreen tender, perennial succulent, slowly developing stout stems over time, with rosettes of stiff, toothed, lance-shaped, grey-green leaves and large, conical panicles of yellow to greenish-white flowers in summer. Prefers a warm frost free site with good drainage. Tolerates dry conditions.

 

GARDENIA "TRUE LOVE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GA22

POT 2.5

Bushy shrub with bright green glossy leaves on strong upright branches. In the warms months it is covered with richly fragrant ivory cream flowers. It grows best in rich well composted acidic soil. Keep well fed and watered, protect from frost. Trim to maintain shape.

 

GARDENIA 'FRAGRANT STAR'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GA18

POT 2.5

Bushy shrub with bright green glossy leaves on strong upright branches. In the warms months it is covered with richly fragrant ivory cream flowers. It grows best in rich well composted acidic soil. Keep well fed and watered, protect from frost. Trim to maintain shape.

 

GARDENIA 'PROFESSOR PUCCI'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GA20

POT 3.5

Bushy shrub with bright green glossy leaves on strong upright branches. In the warm months it is covered with richly fragrant ivory cream flowers. It grows best in rich well composted acidic soil. Keep well fed and watered, protect from frost. Trim to maintain shape.

 

GARDENIA RADICANS

Ht 50 x 50 cm

GA10

POT 1.5

Small shrub with bright green glossy leaves and a low mounding habit. In the warms months it is covered with small richly fragrant ivory cream flowers. It grows best in rich well composted acidic soil. Keep well fed and watered, protect from frost. Trim to maintain shape.

 

GAURA 'SISKIYOU PINK'

Ht 80 x 60 cm

GAU10

POT 2.5

Oenothera lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink' Erect, clump-forming perennial. Has butterfly-like flowers which emerge rose pink from deep maroon buds spring to autumn. Narrow leaves are mottled with maroon. Best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Good drainage is essential. A taprooted plant which tolerates heat, humidity and some drought. Remove spent flowers to prolong bloom period. Plants can benefit from close planting or support from adjacent perennial. May be cut back in late spring by half to control size.

 

GAURA 'SPARKLE WHITE'

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GAU15

POT 2.5

Oenothera lindheimeri 'Sparkle White' Erect, clump-forming perennial. Has butterfly-like white flowers spring to autumn. Narrow green leaves. Best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Good drainage is essential. A taprooted plant which tolerates heat, humidity and some drought. Remove spent flowers to prolong bloom period. Plants can benefit from close planting or support from adjacent perennial. May be cut back in late spring by half to control size.

 

GAZANIA 'NEW DAY RED SHADES'

Ht 20 x 40 cm

GAZ03

POT 2.5

Hardy decumbent perennial with long green leaves. It forms a wide flat clump. Large daisy-like red flowers with a black centre throughout the summer. Very hardy for dry sunny sites, extremely drought tolerant.

 

GAZANIA 'SAHARA'

Ht 10 x 50 cm

GAZ08

POT 2.5

Hardy tightly decumbent perennial with long silver white leaves. It forms a wide flat clump. Large daisy-like double yellow flowers throughout the summer. Very hardy for dry sunny sites, extremely drought tolerant.

 

GAZANIA 'WELLINGTON YELLOW'

Ht 15 x 50 cm

GAZ10

POT 2.5

Hardy tightly decumbent perennial with long green leaves. It forms a wide flat clump. Large daisy-like yellow flowers throughout the summer. Very hardy for dry sunny sites, extremely drought tolerant. Selected by Rachel Newton of Nelson for its tight decumbant growing habit.

 

GELSEMIUM SEMPERVIRENS

Ht 4 x 2 mt

GEL05

POT 3.5

A vigorous climber with fine bright green leaves. Foliage covers a trellis well but not does not get thick and rampant. Clusters of fragrant yellow flowers in spring and summer. Best to prune after flowering. Hardy to light frost, prefers well drained soil, plant in sun or semi-shade.

 

GENISTA 'YELLOW IMP'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GEN20

PB 6.5

Dense shrub with bright green foliage. Large clusters of golden-yellow flowers appear on the branch tips throughtour spring and some again in autumn. Trim well after flowering. Very hardy. Prefers a sunny site.

 

GERANIUM 'KASHMIR WHITE'

Ht 40x 50 cm

GER27

POT 2.5

Rhizomatous clumping perennial, spreading by creeping stems. Deeply cut dark green leaves form an attractive foliage mat. Large white, upward-facing flowers with contrasting violet-pink veins. Blooms profusely from late spring to early summer. It is native to alpine meadows in the mountains of Kashmir. Deciduous and hardy, best in a sunny site.

 

GERANIUM 'TINY MONSTER'

Ht. 20 x 50 cm

GER35

POT 2.5

Small clump-forming perennial with spreading rhizomes. The rich green leaves, magenta flowers, with darker veins, can be produced from late spring to early autumn. Prefers sun or semi-shade, very hardy. Deciduous.

 

GERANIUM HARVEYI

Ht. 15 x 60 cm

GER10

POT 2.5

Low-growing mounding perennial with silver leaves, forming an attractive ground cover. Light pink flowers bloom in summer. Best in a sunny site, great as garden edge or between rocks. Deciduous in cold climates. May naturalize in some conditions. From mountainous areas of Transkei and The Cape, South Africa.

 

GERANIUM HIMALAYENSE

Ht. 20 x 60 cm

GER15

POT 2.5

Vigorous spreading perennial forming a dense carpet. Neat, dense, lobed foliage and bowl-shaped dark blue flowers, opening from early summer to early autumn. Prefers sun or semi shade, very hardy to cold and dry. Deciduous.

 

GERANIUM INCANUM

Ht 40 x 50 cm

GER21

POT 2.5

Bushy, clump-forming perennial with semi-evergreen, finely-divided, aromatic leaves. Its flowers, borne in summer, are generally pinkish blue. Hardy, best in a sunny site, great for a garden edge.

 

GEUM 'BORISII'

Ht 30 x 40 cm

GEU20

POT 2.5

Clump-forming, low-growing perennial with mounds of medium green leaves. Single, cup-shaped, bright orange flowers on branching stems above the foliage. Long, late spring to early summer flowering. Attractive, fluffy seed heads. Grow in medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Remove spent flowers to encourage flowering.

 

GEUM 'MRS J. BRADSHAW'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

GEU30

POT 2.5

Clump-forming herbaceous perennial, with hairy, dark green, pinnate basal leaves and tall purple stems bearing semi-double, rich scarlet flowers in spring. Very pretty, easy to grow. Prefers sun or semi shade.

 

GORDONIA AXILLARIS

Ht 3 x 1 mt

GO05

PB 6.5

Large shrub with glossy mid-green leaves. Large creamy white flowers with yellow anthers autumn to spring. Hardy though prefers a warm sheltered site. Plant in sun or semi shade.

 

GREVILLEA 'BONNIE PRINCE CHARLIE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GR04

POT 2.5

Bushy rounded shrub with mid-green fine foliage. A mass of bright red and gold flowers in winter and spring, providing great nectar for the birds. Will grow in dry conditions once established, prefers a sunny site. Hardy, avoid very heavy frost.

 

GREVILLEA 'BRONZE RAMBLER'

Ht 50 x 100 cm

GR08

POT 2.5

Prostrate shrub with deeply lobed green leaves, which emerge bronze. Masses of glossy dark red bottle-brush flowers all year, but particulary in spring. Great for cascading over walls and banks. Prefers a sunny site, grows in dry conditions. Hardy.

 

GREVILLEA 'DEUA FLAME'

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

GR18

POT 2.5

Upright bushy shrub with broad green-grey leaves. Clusters of bright red flowers all year around, particulary in summer. Brings nectar for the birds. Best to plant in a sunny site with good drainage. Avoid heavy frost.

 

GREVILLEA 'DEUA GOLD'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GR19

POT 2.5

Upright bushy shrub with broad green-grey leaves. Clusters of yellow-gold flowers all year around, particulary in summer. Brings nectar for the birds. Best to plant in a sunny site with good drainage. Avoid heavy frost.

 

GREVILLEA 'DRUMMER BOY'

Ht 30 x 40 cm

GR20

POT 2.5

Mounding prostrate shrub with small woolly green leaves. Plant is smoothered with a mass of pink and cream flowers over a long period. Plenty of nectar for the birds. Great for cascading over walls and banks. Prefers a sunny site, grows in dry conditions. Hardy.

 

GREVILLEA 'GINGIN GEM'

Ht 20 x 50 cm

GR25

POT 2.5

Prostrate shrub with small glossy mid-green leaves. Dainty spider-like dark red flowers over a long period winter and spring. Great for cascading over walls and banks. Prefers a sunny site, grows in dry conditions. Avoid heavy frosts. Hardy.

 

GREVILLEA 'LADY O' PVR

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GR33

POT 2.5

Bushy shrub with bright green glossy foliage. Branches covered with clusters of bright red flowers much of the year. Plenty of nectar to attract birds. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Trim lightly to maintain its shape.

 

GREVILLEA 'MT. TAMBORITHA'

Ht 30 x 80 cm

GR34

POT 2.5

Mounding prostrate shrub with woolly green leaves. Plant is smoothered with a mass of pink and cream flowers over a long period. Plenty of nectar for the birds. Great for cascading over walls and banks. Prefers a sunny site, grows in dry conditions. Hardy.

 

GREVILLEA 'NED KELLY'

Ht 1.5 x 2 mt

GR35

POT 3.5

Low bushy shrub with large grey-green lobed leaves. Most of the year it has large orange-red flowers on the tips of the branches. Insects and birds love the nectar. Prune back after flowering for the best shape. Prefers a sunny site with well drained soil, avoid very frosty sites.

 

GREVILLEA 'POORINDA ROYAL MANTLE'

Ht 20 x 100 cm

GR52

POT 2.5

Very flat prostrate shrub with long green leaves. Masses of glossy dark red bottle-brush flowers over a long period. Plenty of nectar for the birds. Great for cascading over walls and banks. Prefers a sunny site, grows in dry conditions. Hardy.

 

GREVILLEA 'RED CLOUD'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GR42

POT 2.5

Bushy shrub with grey foliage and a rounded growing habit. Bright pinkish-red flowers in winter and spring. Great nectar for the birds. Grows in dry conditions, prefers a sunny site. Hardy, avoid very heavy frost.

 

GREVILLEA 'RED CLUSTERS'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

GR40

POT 2.5

Bushy shrub with bronze new leaves which then turn green, and a rounded habit. Soft red flowers in winter and spring. Great nectar for the birds. Grows in dry conditions, prefers a sunny site. Hardy, avoid very heavy frost.

 

GREVILLEA 'ROBIN HOOD'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

GR46

POT 3.5

Large upright shrub with glossy green lobed leaves. Most of the year it has large red flowers on the tips of the branches. Insects and birds love the nectar. Prune back after flowering for the best shape. Good for hedging. Prefers a sunny site with well drained soil, avoid very frosty sites.

 

GREVILLEA PROSTRATA 'AUREA'

Ht 30 x 100 cm

GR38

POT 2.5

Prostrate shrub with small spiky green leaves. Masses of glossy yellow flowers over a long period winter and spring. Great for cascading over walls and banks. Prefers a sunny site, grows in dry conditions. Avoid heavy frosts. Hardy.

 

GREVILLEA THELMANNIANA

Ht 20 x 100 cm

GR59

POT 2.5

Spreading prostrate shrub with soft grey leaves. Plant is smoothered with a mass of red flowers tipped with yellow over a long period. Plenty of nectar for the birds. Great for cascading over walls and banks. Prefers a sunny site, grows in dry conditions. Hardy.

 

GREVILLEA VICTORIAE

Ht 2 x 1 mt

GR62

POT 3.5

Tall bushy shrub with long silvery-grey leaves. Hanging clusters of velvety rust-red flowers much of the year. This shrub is very hardy to cold and to heavy soils, good as a low hedge or screening plant. Trim to maintain shape.

 

GREVILLEA VICTORIAE 'AUREA'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

GR63

POT 3.5

Tall bushy shrub with long silvery-grey leaves. Hanging clusters of orange flowers much of the year. This shrub is very hardy to cold and to heavy soils, good as a low hedge or screening plant. Trim to maintain shape.

 

GREVILLEA x GAUDICHAUDII

Ht 30 x 100 cm

GR24

POT 2.5

Very flat prostrate shrub with lobed glossy green leaves. Masses of glossy dark red bottle-brush flowers over a long period. Plenty of nectar for the birds. Great for cascading over walls and banks. Prefers a sunny site, grows in dry conditions. Hardy.

 

GRISELINIA 'ARDMORE EMERALD'

Ht. 5 x 2 mt

GRI72

PB 6.5

Round-headed branching tree with a short, gnarled trunk. Leathery glossy ovate dark green leaves. Small green flowers in spring are followed by green to black fruits loved by birds. Very hardy for dry, difficult or exposed sites. Tolerates very windy situations. Attractive leaves add interest to any garden. Makes an excellent hedge.

 

GRISELINIA LITT. 'BROADWAY MINT'

Ht 4 x 2 mt

GRI73

PB 6.5

Round-headed branching tree with a short, gnarled trunk. Leathery glossy ovate deep green leaves with an irregular wave on leaf edge. Small green flowers in spring are followed by green to black fruits loved by birds. Very hardy for dry, difficult or exposed sites. Tolerates very windy situations. Attractive leaves add interest to any garden. Makes an excellent hedge.

 

GRISELINIA LITTORALIS

Ht 4 x 2 mt

GRI71

PB 5

Round-headed branching tree with a short, gnarled trunk. Leathery glossy ovate deep green leaves. Small green flowers in spring are followed by green to black fruits loved by birds. Very hardy for dry, difficult or exposed sites. Tolerates very windy situations. Attractive leaves add interest to any garden. Makes an excellent hedge. Occurs naturally in lowland to mountain forests throughout New Zealand.

 

GRISELINIA LITTORALIS 'ALPINE'

Ht 3 x 2 mt

GRI70

PB 6.5

Round-headed branching tree with a short, gnarled trunk. Leathery glossy ovate deep green leaves. Small green flowers in spring are followed by green to black fruits loved by birds. Very hardy for dry, difficult or exposed sites. Tolerates very windy situations. Attractive leaves add interest to any garden. Makes an excellent hedge. Occurs naturally in lowland to mountain forests throughout New Zealand.

 

GRISELINIA LITTORALIS 'MAITAI'

Ht 4 x 2 mt

GRI75

PB 6.5

Round-headed branching tree with a short, gnarled trunk. Leathery glossy ovate deep green leaves grow on attractive red stems. Small green flowers in spring are followed by green to black fruits loved by birds. Very hardy for dry, difficult or exposed sites. Tolerates very windy situations. Attractive leaves add interest to any garden. Makes an excellent hedge. Selection from Maitai Nurseries in Waimate.

 

GRISELINIA LUCIDA

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GRI82L

PB 18

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GRISELINIA LUCIDA

Ht 4 x 2 mt

GRI82

POT 3.5

Distinctive native plant often seen clinging to our rocky coastline. The glossy green leathery leaves grow huge as the plant matures. Small green flowers in spring are followed by green to black fruits loved by birds. Prefers to be sheltered from frost, but hardy to dry exposed conditions. Will grow into a large bush in a garden situation. Occurs naturally as an epiphyte in lowland forests from North Cape to Dusky Sounds, east of the main divide it is replaced by G. littoralis.

 

HAKONECHLOA 'AUREOLA'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

HA25

POT 2.5

Perennial grass with graceful weeping green and gold striped foliage on purple stems. Reddish-brown flower spikes in Autumn. Slowly forms a thick clump. Beautiful in shady conditions, as an edging or underplanting. Very pretty and colourful.

 

HAKONECHLOA 'ALBO-STRIATA'

Ht 40 x 40 cm

HA20

POT 2.5

Perennial grass with graceful weeping green and white striped foliage. Reddish-brown flower spikes in Autumn. Slowly forms a thick clump. Beautiful in shady conditions, as an edging or underplanting. Very pretty and colourful.

 

HAKONECHLOA MACRA

Ht 40 x 40 cm

HA18

POT 2.5

Perennial grass with graceful weeping green foliage on purple stems. Reddish-brown flower spikes in Autumn. Slowly forms a thick clump. Beautiful in shady conditions, as an edging or underplanting. Very pretty.

 

HARDENBERGIA 'REGENT' PVR

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HA45

POT 2.5

A bold, upright shrub with large leathery leaves that stand out from the stems. Covered in blue-purple pea-like flowers winter to spring. Best to trim after flowering. Grow in well drained good soil, avoid dry sites. Tolerates some frost.

 

HEBE 'AUTUMN SNOW'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE015

POT 2.5

Rounded bushy shrub with fine erect branches. Long narrow bright green leaves. The white flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years.

 

HEBE 'BLACK PANTHER'

Ht 1.5 x 1.5 mt

HE020

PB 6.5

This distinctive shrub was bred in Europe. It has an erect bushy shape. The large glossy dark green leaves emerge dark purple. Showy clusters of cerise flowers emerge in spring and contrast well with the foliage. Performs well in a full sun or semi-shade. Tolerates an exposed position in the garden. Great to provide interest and colour amongst other shrubs.

 

HEBE 'BLUE GEM'

Ht 1.5 x 1.5 mt

HE030

PB 6.5

An erect bushy shrub with stout branches. Long oblong light green leaves. The violet blue flowers are dense and smother the bush and appear in summer and autumn. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to exposed and coastal sites, will always look best in these conditions. Prone to becoming untidy in good garden conditions.

 

HEBE 'CHAMPION' PVR

Ht 60 x 60 cm

HE034

POT 2.5

syn Hebe ‘Champseiont’. A shrub with an open upright habit and long erect stems. The small, glossy, dark green leaves are cup-shaped, turning purple in winter. In the spring the tips of the branches are covered with small racemes of violet flowers, fading white. It grows best in a sunny site, in well drained soil. Performs well if clipped after flowering to maintain dense shape. Hardy.

 

HEBE 'EMERALD GEM'

Ht 50 x 50 cm

HE060

POT 2.5

This compact shrub forms oval domes of bright green tightly packed foliage. The dainty clusters of white flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites, though avoid heavy clay. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years.

 

HEBE 'EVELINE'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE066

PB 6.5

A bushy shrub with broad dark green glossy leaves. Large spikes of rich pink flowers in summer and autumn. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Grows in exposed and coastal sites, and will always look best in these conditions.

 

HEBE 'FLAME'

Ht. 1 x 1 mt

HE069

PB 6.5

Dense erect shrub with handsome glossy dark green purple-tinged leaves. Leaves turn a purple-red in winter. Large bright magenta purple flowers in autumn cover the bush. Prefers a sunny or semi-shaded site, with well drained soil. Good for coastal conditions.

 

HEBE 'INSPIRATION'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE095

PB 5

Rounded bushy shrub with purple branchlets. Dark green glossy oblong leaves are inclined on one plane, with a purplish midrib, it gives this dense shrub a very distinctive appearance. The purple flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to coastal and exposed conditions, avoid humid sites. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years.

 

HEBE 'INVEREY'

Ht 20 x 50 cm

HE097

POT 2.5

Small decumbent spreading shrub with purple branchlets. Small grey leaves flushed with purplish red when young. Bluish mauve flowers in short clusters in late spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to coastal and exposed conditions, avoid humid sites.

 

HEBE 'LA SEDUISANTE'

Ht 1.5 x 2 mt

HE110

PB 6.5

A spreading bushy shrub with long purplish branches. New leaves emerge purple, then become long oblong dark green glossy leaves, purple underneath. The large violet purple flowers are dense and smother the bush, appearing in summer and autumn. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Grows in exposed and coastal sites, and will always look best in these conditions. A hybrid selected in France.

 

HEBE 'LAVENDER LACE'

Ht. 1 x 1 mt

HE112

POT 3.5

Rounded bushy shrub with fine erect branches. Long narrow bright green leaves. The lavender flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years.

 

HEBE 'LOLLIPOP'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE120

POT 2.5

Colourful bushy shrub with rich deep burgundy foliage all year round. Delicate pink flowers through summer and autumn. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Best in a sunny site and good soil to maintain its colour.

 

HEBE 'OTARI DELIGHT'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE180

PB 5

Rounded bushy shrub with erect branches. Dense narrow bright green leaves. The white to lilac flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. This Hebe cultivar originated as a self-sown seedling in Otari-Wilton’s Bush, Wellington.

 

HEBE 'POLLARD PARK'

Ht 60 x 60 cm

HE197

POT 2.5

Small rounded bushy shrub with fine erect branches. Small rounded bright green leaves. The light purple flowers smother the bush and appear in November. It grows in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Originated in Pollard Park in Blenheim.

 

HEBE 'WAIRUA BEAUTY'

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE270

POT 3.5

Rounded bushy shrub with fine erect branches. Short narrow bright green leaves are inclined on one plane and give this dense shrub a very distinctive appearance. The white or lilac flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Larger flowered selection of H. diosmifolia.

 

HEBE 'WIRI MIST'

Ht 50 x 100 cm

HE285

PB 5

Compact, spreading shrub with stout often decumbant branches. Fresh grey-green leaves are almost overlapping. The white flowers with prominent purple stamens, appear in spring and summer. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil that does not get too dry. Hardy to cold. Jack Hobbs raised this Hebe cultivar at the Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens.

 

HEBE 'WIRI PORT'

Ht 80 x 60 cm

HE287

PB 6.5

An erect bushy shrub with long branches. Broad spear-shaped dark green glossy leaves. Large dense spikes of rich red-purple flowers appearing in summer and autumn. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Grows in exposed and coastal sites, and will always look best in these conditions. Jack Hobbs raised this Hebe cultivar at the Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens.

 

HEBE 'WIRI PRINCE'

Ht 2 x 1 mt

HE290

PB 6.5

An erect bushy shrub with long branches. Broad spear-shaped dark green glossy leaves. The large dense spikes of rich violet-purple flowers in summer and autumn. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Grows in exposed and coastal sites, and will always look best in these conditions. Jack Hobbs raised this Hebe cultivar at the Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens.

 

HEBE BRACHYSIPHON

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE101

PB 5

Low growing rounded shrub with a very neat appearance. Rich green leaves. White flowers appear on branch tips in spring over a long period. It grows best in sun, in a dry site. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Grows naturally in northern South Island, in subalpine shrubland.

 

HEBE DIOSMIFOLIA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE050

POT 2.5

Rounded bushy shrub with fine erect branches. Short narrow bright green leaves are inclined on one plane and give this dense shrub a very distinctive appearance. The white or lilac flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Occurs naturally in Northland.

 

HEBE ELLIPTICA

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

HE065

PB 6.5

An erect bushy shrub with long branches. Long oblong light green leaves smoother the branches and give this dense shrub a very attractive appearance. The large white with a little blue flowers are dense and smother the bush and appear in summer and autumn. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Grows in exposed and coastal sites, will always look best in these conditions. Prone to becoming untidy in good garden conditions.

 

HEBE EVENOSA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE067

POT 2.5

Compact light green ball-like shrub. The white flowers make a great show in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Endemic to the Tararua Ranges.

 

HEBE MACRANTHA.

Ht 60 x 60 cm

HE125

POT 2.5

Stiff erect shrub with stout branches. Thick pale green toothed leaves are densely clustered on the stems. The flowers are the largest flowers on any Hebe. They are pure white and resemble many beautiful white cups. Flowers in summer. It occurs naturally in Northern South Island, in penalpine grassland or low shrubland. It is best grown in a sunny site, with good moisture. Hardy to cold.

 

HEBE MARIE ANTOINETTE

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE135

PB 5

Low growing spreading bushy shrub with lax branchlets. The dark green leaves are spear-shaped, and dusky pink underneath, they emerge from purple-red leaf buds. The long flowers are red-purple fading to white in late spring to summer. This Hebe cultivar was discovered by Ann Burton at the Annton Nursery of Cambridge. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, tolerates dry sites and a range of soils.

 

HEBE PARVIFLORA

Ht 1.5 x 1 mt

HE185

PB 6.5

Rounded bushy shrub with fine erect red-brown branches. Long narrow bright green leaves. The white flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years.

 

HEBE SPECIOSA

Ht 1 x 1.5 mt

HE225

POT 3.5

An rounded bushy shrub with long branches. Broad, dark green glossy leaves. The large dense flowers are beetroot red appearing in summer and autumn. It grows in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Grows in exposed and coastal sites, and will always look best in these conditions. Occurs naturally at Titirangi Bay in Pelorus Sound, confined to the cliffs overlooking the sea.

 

HEBE TOPIARIA.

Ht 80 x 80 cm

HE250

PB 5

Low growing rounded shrub with a very neat appearance. Thick scale-like grey-green leaves. The white flowers emerge from pink buds, they appear on branch tips in spring over a long period. It grows best in sun, in a dry site. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Grows naturally in northern South Island, in shrubland and tussock grassland.

 

HEBE TOWNSONII

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE255

PB 5

Erect bushy shrub with yellowish-green branchlets. Long narrow glossy bright green leaves, dull green underneath. The white to lilac flowers are long and loose making a great show in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Occurs naturally in north west Nelson and north Westland in shrub and around calcium-rich rocks.

 

HEBE TRAVERSII

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE260

POT 3.5

Erect bushy shrub with green branchlets. Oblong narrow dull mid green leaves, dull green underneath. The white flowers with red stamans, are long and loose making a great show in spring over a long period. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, will grow in dry sites. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Occurs naturally in eastern South Island in shrub, forest margins and river valleys, from near coastal to subalpine.

 

HEBE VENUSTULA

Ht 1 x 1 mt

HE100

PB 5

Compact rounded shrub with a very neat appearance. Rich green leaves. White flowers appear on branch tips in spring over a long period. It grows best in sun, in a dry site. Hardy to cold. A very tidy plant that clips well, and stays looking great for many years. Grows naturally in northern South Islan