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From our nursery to your backyard — it’s never been easier to create the garden you’ve been dreaming of. Whether you’re after statement trees, hedging, or lush planting to fill your outdoor spaces, you can now browse and order directly online.
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- Liquidambar styraciflua – American Sweetgum is a striking deciduous tree known for its straight trunk and corky bark. It starts narrow and upright, gradually forming a broad, conical crown as it matures. Its green summer foliage transforms into vivid yellows, reds, purples, and oranges in autumn, creating an exceptional seasonal display. Native to North America, American Sweetgum thrives in moist areas and even tolerates poor drainage or clay soils. However, it performs best in moist, well‑drained soil with full sun. Reaching approximately 7 x 5 m, it makes an excellent avenue, specimen, or shade tree.
- Liriodendron tulipifera ‘Fastigiata’ – Upright Tulip Tree is a deciduous tree with a strong, columnar growth habit. Its upright branches hold distinctive green, lyre shaped leaves that turn a rich butter yellow in autumn, adding seasonal interest to any landscape. In late spring, slightly fragrant tulip shaped flowers appear. They are greenish yellow with an attractive orange band at the base, creating a subtle yet elegant display. The upright tulip tree prefers full sun and well drained soil. However, it adapts to clay provided you avoid excessive moisture. Because it grows to around 8 × 3 metres and maintains a tidy, slender form, it suits formal landscapes, avenues, and compact urban spaces.
- Yulan Magnolia - Magnolia denudata - is a moderately fast-growing tree with a rounded, dense canopy. Throughout summer, its large, dull green leaves provide lush coverage, gradually transforming into golden-yellow hues as autumn arrives. Then, in late winter to early spring, the tree bursts into bloom with pure white, goblet-shaped flowers that emit a delicate lemon scent. These blossoms appear on bare branches, creating a truly spectacular display. Originally from China, the name "Yulan" translates to "jade orchid" or "jade lily," symbolizing purity and elegance. Moreover, this tree prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position, making it both resilient and easy to care for. Due to its smaller size, it is especially suitable as a feature tree in compact gardens or urban landscapes. Typically, it grows to approximately 5 metres tall and 3 metres wide.
- Magnolia grandiflora 'DD Blanchard' is a compact, pyramidal form of the classic Southern Magnolia. This evergreen tree showcases large, dark green glossy leaves with striking coppery undersides, adding year-round interest and texture to your garden. In summer, it produces creamy white, fragrant blooms that enhance its ornamental appeal. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and will tolerate clay, although overly wet conditions should be avoided. Full sun exposure encourages optimal growth and flowering. Originating from the United States, this variety makes an excellent shade tree, avenue planting, or specimen feature. It grows to approximately 7 × 4 metres in 10 years and can reach 15 × 10 metres at full maturity.
- Magnolia grandiflora ‘Ferruginea’ commonly known as the Southern Magnolia, takes its common name from its origins in the Southern United States. It forms a large, sturdy, and elegant evergreen tree with a rounded crown and year‑round foliage make it a striking specimen in any landscape. The glossy dark green leaves are distinguished by rust‑coloured felt beneath, creating a unique contrast. In spring, immense creamy white flowers appear, filling the garden with fragrance and beauty. This magnolia thrives in clay soils, although overly wet conditions should be avoided. Moreover, it tolerates coastal, windy, and colder climates, making it versatile for many sites. It grows to approximately 10m tall by 5m wide in 10 years. With time, it can attain a majestic 20m by 10m, offering shade, structure, and elegance as an avenue or specimen tree.
- Magnolia ‘Star Wars’ is a medium-sized deciduous tree that brings elegance to any garden. During summer, it displays large, leathery green leaves that create a lush backdrop. As seasons change, huge star-shaped flowers appear from late winter into early spring. Their white and pink petals, flushed with purple, make a striking display that draws attention. Bred as a hybrid between Magnolia campbellii and Magnolia liliiflora, this New Zealand selection was introduced by Mr. O. Blumhardt of Whangarei. For best growth, plant in moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Moreover, a sheltered position helps keep the blooms tidy and long-lasting. Finally, Magnolia ‘Star Wars’ makes an excellent feature or shade tree for smaller gardens. It grows to approximately 6m tall and 3m wide, offering beauty and structure year-round..
- Magnolia 'Vulcan' is a deciduous tree bred in New Zealand as part of the renowned Jury hybrid series. When young, it forms an erect, open-branched structure that matures into a narrow, rounded form, adding elegance to any garden. During summer, leathery green leaves create a lush canopy. Then, from late winter into early spring, the tree bursts into large, deep port wine-coloured flowers, delivering a spectacular seasonal display. It thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered position. It typically grows to around 6 × 4 metres but can be pruned to suit shape and height. With its compact size and striking blooms, it makes a beautiful shade tree for smaller gardens.
- Metrosideros excelsa 'Scarlet Pimpernel', commonly known as Pohutukawa, is a striking member of New Zealand’s iconic native tree family. This compact evergreen variety features a bushy growth habit and smaller leaves than traditional Pohutukawa, making it ideal for smaller gardens or urban landscapes. Also known as the New Zealand Christmas tree due to its prolific flowering in December when vibrant orange-red flowers bloom which attract bees, birds, and beneficial insects. Renowned for its resilience, 'Scarlet Pimpernel' thrives in coastal environments and tolerates poor soils, excess moisture, drought, and salt-laden winds. It also adapts well to clay and wet conditions, though it prefers moist, well-drained soil for optimal growth. Perfect as a shade tree or trimmed into a screen, this hardy native grows to approximately 4 metres tall and 2 metres wide. A beautiful, low-maintenance choice for coastal and urban planting.
- Olea europaea, commonly known as the European olive, is a versatile and iconic tree traditionally found throughout the Mediterranean Basin. Although native to this region, it is now widely cultivated across the globe, including Australia, New Zealand, North and South America, and South Africa. Just a few of the many varieties include, Kalamata, Koroneiki, Ascolano, El Greco J5 Typically grown as a small tree, the olive is prized for its fruit, which is harvested for oil, eating, or both. Its adaptability and resilience make it a popular choice for a variety of climates and landscapes. Because it originates from the Mediterranean, Olea europaea thrives in full sun, tolerates coastal winds and extended dry periods once established. It performs well in warmer, sunny environments and is remarkably drought tolerant. In addition, it makes a beautiful lightly dappled shade tree. With a mature size of approximately 7 x 3 metres, it’s ideal for gardens, courtyards, or orchard-style plantings, bringing both ornamental charm and practical value.
- Phyllocladus trichomanoides, also known as Tanekaha or Celery Pine, is a striking evergreen tree native to New Zealand. Its upright, pyramidal form and distinctive celery-like foliage make it a standout in any landscape. The tree features a straight, tapering trunk with smooth, light grey bark. Its rising branches add structure and elegance to gardens and natural settings. Tanekaha grows moderately fast and prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun. It thrives in temperate to subtropical climates, making it a versatile choice for many regions. Typically, it reaches around 8 x 4 meters within 10 years. However, under ideal conditions, it can grow up to 20 meters tall, offering both shade and visual impact.
- Platanus x acerifolia – London Plane is a fast-growing, deciduous tree with a broad, rounded crown. Its large, maple-like palmate leaves measure 20–25cm across. Deep green and glossy with a white felt underside, they turn a rich golden yellow in autumn, creating a striking seasonal display. One of its standout features is the bark, which flakes off in patches on the trunk and older branches, revealing a beautifully dappled surface. This adds texture and character throughout the year. The London Plane tolerates a wide range of soils, including clay, and thrives even in polluted urban environments. However, it’s best to avoid overly wet conditions for optimal growth and longevity. Perfect for parks, farms, and large open spaces, it provides excellent shade and structure. It can reach approximately 8 x 7 metres in 10 years and may grow to 20 x 7 metres at full maturity. The botanical name acerifolia means “with leaves like a maple,” reflecting its foliage. Its origins trace back to England, where it was first cultivated.
- Platanus orientalis – Oriental Plane is a fast-growing, deciduous tree known for its broad, rounded crown. Its large, maple-like green leaves are deeply lobed and turn a rich golden hue in autumn, adding seasonal interest to any landscape. One of its standout features is the bark, which flakes off in patches on the trunk and older branches, revealing a beautifully dappled surface. This adds texture and character throughout the year. Adaptable to most soil types, it tolerates clay and thrives even in polluted urban environments. However, it’s best to avoid overly wet soils for long-term health and growth. Ideal for parks, farms, and large open spaces, it makes an excellent shade, avenue or specimen tree. In 10 years, it can reach around 8 metres tall and 5 metres wide, eventually maturing to 15 x 7 metres or more. The name orientalis means “relating to the Orient,” reflecting its origins in Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean.
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