Evergreen Exotic Trees
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Very tight, upright growing conifer with bluish-green foliage. Cutting-grown for uniform narrow columnar shape and even growth rate. Foliage stays together and doesn’t “fall out” More resistant to canker. Often planted as a series of pillars and perfect for entrance ways. Prefers dryer soil. Creates a bold impression. Height x Width 10 x 2 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Narrow Country of Origin Europe Similar to Consider Thuja Smaragd, Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, Olea El Greco, Knightia Excelsa, Acer Bowall, Poplar crow’s nest, Quercus robur fastigiata, Carpinus Betulus fastigiata - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green glaucus - Flower
Flower Nil - Uses
Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A vigorous, upright flowering tree with an open form, adorned with striking green foliage. In spring and early summer, it displays rich, creamy yellow blooms with a delightful fragrance, inviting bees, butterflies, and nectar-loving birds into the garden. Easily maintained with trimming to preserve a compact shape for the smaller garden. Height x Width 10 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Upright Country of Origin Australia Similar to Consider Hoheria Populena, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Yellow Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Feature Yes Small Garden Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A compact Olive with smaller leaves giving a dense appearance. A consistent small fruiting variety with heavy crops. Has a good oil content and also used for pickling. Being from the Mediterranean olive trees require full sun and will tolerate wind coastal and can also survive extended dry periods. This variety especially good for hedging as it trims well into a dense hedge. Height x Width 4 x 2 Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Conical Country of Origin Greece Similar to Consider Syzygium resilience, Michelia Figo, Camellias, Pittosporums, Corokia, Griselinia, Ficus, Ilex largo, Eugenia Ventinatii - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Cream very small Fragrant? No - Uses
Screening Yes Hedging Yes Bird Feeding Yes Fruit Producing Yes but small Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
Radermachera Everlasting Beauty is a stunning shrub that has glossy, deep green emerald foliage and produces clusters of trumpet shaped, pale pink flowers with yellow throats that are sweetly scented. Flowering occurs during warmer months and flowering can occur multiple times in a season. It has a strong upright growth habit ideal for hedging and border plantings. A hardy shrub that is drought tolerant once established.
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At last a Lilly Pilly that is highly psyllid resistant! A superior cultivar of Syzygium Australe, more commonly known as a Lilly Pilly. This unique variety is new to the NZ market and is solely available through Black Bridge Nurseries and Boulevard and Boutique. Selected propagation has improved this variety of Lilly Pilly making it resistant to the very problematic psyllid insect and the damage it causes. Its also faster growing, has a stronger, straighter central leader and an improved root system. We’ve also found it to be good in shady areas as well. Excellent for screening, hedging and shaping. Height x Width 7 x 3 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Shrub Shape Narrow Country of Origin Australia Similar to Consider Laurus nobilis, Viburnum Eve Price, Camellias, Pittosporums, Corokia, Griselinia, Prunus lusitanica, Olea El Greco, Totara Black Bridge, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green and red - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? No - Uses
Screening / Shelter Yes Hedging Yes Bird Feeding Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
From the Three Kings Islands, Tecomanthe speciosa is a vigorous climber with large handsome glossy leaves. The large tubular cream flowers are borne in bunches during the winter months. Tui visit flowers for nectar. Frost sensitive but can be grown successfully in colder districts under the shelter of trees. Ideal grown up a terrace pole, strong trellis, up into trees. Takes some years to flower.
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An elegant, slow growing specimen that has a compact, conical, habit. Dense, glossy, bright green foliage held on vertical branches. Withstands humid weather better than its predecessors. Prefers full sun or part shade in well drained soil. Suitable for containers. Almost no trimming required. "Smaragd" is the German word for emerald Height x Width 4 x 1.5 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Slow Plant Type Tree Shape Narrow Country of Origin United States Of America Similar to Consider Cupressus Totem - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Insignificant - Uses
Feature Yes Small Garden Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.