Flowering Trees
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A small rounded shrub with fresh lime green foliage and small, heavily scented cream flowers streaked with purple. Sun to shade. The shrub assumes a looser more open form when grown in shade. Individuals grown in sunny situations tend to be more compact with denser foliage that is lighter and more yellow green. Prefers humus rich, well drained, slightly acidic soil. An excellent small hedge or stand alone specimen. Native to Western China. Height x Width 3 x 2.5 Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Slow Plant Type Shrub Shape Round Country of Origin Western China Similar to Consider Syzygium resilience, Camellias, Pittosporums, Corokia, Griselinia, Ficus, Ilex largo, Olea El Greco, Eugenia Ventinatii - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Cream and Purple Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Hedging 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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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. See also "Eugenia ventinatii" to see how Syzygium resilience could be used as a hedge 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 Michelia Figo, Camellias, Pittosporums, Corokia, Griselinia, Ficus, Ilex largo, Olea El Greco, Eugenia Ventinatii - 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. -
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Cordyline australis - Cabbage Tree Cabbage tree: An iconic New Zealand palm like tree. Long drooping slender leaves up to 1m long are clustered at the tips of the branches. Large heads of scented creamy white flowers in Nov produce nectar for bees, then fruit attracts birds from January-April. Commonly found throughout farmland, open places, wetlands and scrubland of the North and South Islands in anything from wet swampy ground to dry windy hill slopes. Hardy. Height x Width 6 x 2 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Slow Plant Type Palm Shape / Habit Upright Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Nikau Palms - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Accent Yes Bird Feeding 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 evergreen Mediterranean tree but can easily be trimmed to shape. Dark green leathery leaves are highly aromatic and good for culinary use. Small yellow flowers followed by dark berries. Excellent as a standard, ornamental tree or hedge. Height x Width 5 x 3 Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Slow Plant Type Shrub Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin Mediterranean region Similar to Consider Prunus Lusitanica, Camellias, Ficus, Griselinia - LEAF
Leaf Colour Green - FLOWER
Flower Colour Yellow Fragrant? No - USES
Hedging 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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Forms a small, compact, rounded tree. Dense foliage, glossy deep green leaves with brown russet below. Creamy white flowers produced freely from an early age, fragrant. Excellent for smaller gardens. Height x Width 5 x 3 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Slow Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin United States Similar to Consider M. Grandiflora, DD Blanchard, Michelia Bubbles - Leaf
Leaf Colour Dark Green - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Specimen 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 hardy shrub or small tree with glossy, elliptic leaves to 10cm in length, bright red when young, later dark green that is valued for its bright red new growth. Clusters of small white flowers during summer will generally not appear on regularly trimmed plants. The regularly trimming will keep them to size and prevent the branches from getting too large. A yearly application of slow release fertilizer will help maintain their vigour and colour. Height x Width 5 x 3 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Shrub Shape Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Eugenia Ventinatii, Syzygium Resilience - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Red - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? No - Uses
Accent Yes Screening / Shelter Yes Hedging 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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Hardy coastal large shrub or small tree. Leathery dark green leaves felted underneath. Flowers dark crimson to purple. Prefers full sun in free draining soil but will also tolerate dry soil once established. Easily trims to make a very good hedge or can be allowed to grow to a hardy screen. Windy conditions and coastal exposure OK. Height x Width 6 x 4 Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Syzygium resilience, Michelia Figo, Camellias, Corokia, Griselinia, Ficus, Ilex largo, Olea El Greco, Eugenia Ventinatii - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Purple Fragrant? No - Uses
Screening / Shelter Yes Hedging Yes Bird Feeding Yes Fruit Producing No Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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Large evergreen shrub or small tree dark glossy green oval leaves. Dull white hawthorn scented flowers in slender racemes late spring/summer followed by fruits. Moist to dry conditions but will not tolerate wet feet. Excellent for hedges or Topiary or can be allowed to grow as a screen Height x Width 5 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Conical Country of Origin Western Europe, France, Spain Portugal, Morocco Similar to Consider Camellias, Laurus Nobilis, Michelia Figo, Syzygium resilience, Pittosporums, Corokia, Griselinia, Ficus, Ilex largo, Olea El Greco, Eugenia Ventinatii - Leaf
Leaf Colour Dark Green - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Specimen Yes Accent Yes Hedging 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 slender growing shrub with rich green foliage and masses of starry yellow flowers early summer followed by dark red berries. Attracts birds. Ideal as a hedge trims well. Will tolerate dry coastal exposed or windy sites once established. Height x Width 2 x 1.2 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Shrub Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Syzygium resilience, Michelia Figo, Camellias, Pittosporums, Griselinia, Ficus, Ilex largo, Olea El Greco, Eugenia Ventinatii - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Yellow Fragrant? No - Uses
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. -
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Grows as a small, rounded tree with olive green leaves with a brown under felt. In late winter early spring they produce small, round perfumed, cream flowers with prominent stamens which burst from furry brown buds. Protect from strong winds. Slow growing. Excellent trimmed as a hedge or makes a beautiful small growing specimen. Height x Width 4 x 3 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin Similar to Consider Michelia Bubbles, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Dark Green, brown under felt - Flower
Flower Colour Cream Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Specimen Yes Accent 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. -
We also stock Larger growing lemon varieties with a more citric taste. These can include Eureka, Lisbon, Yen Ben, and Genoa. Make enquiries as to which varieties we have available now or see our online catalogue.- DESCRIPTION
One of the most popular. Low spreading growth habit with few thorns. Large yellow-orange fruit when ripe with smooth skin and lower acid level than other lemon varieties. Very high juice content. Plant in warm sheltered position and rich well- drained moist soil in full sun Feed regularly during growing season and water well in summer. Mulch with well-rotted compost. Good in containers. HARVEST – JUN-AUG Height x Width 2.5 x 2.5 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin China Similar to Consider Genoa, Oranges, Mandarins, Grapefruits - LEAF
Leaf Colour Dark Green - FLOWER
Flower Colour White with pink buds Fragrant? Yes - USES
Fruit Producing 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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The coastal kowhai is distinguished from all other Kowhai species by the absence of a divaricating juvenile stage. Leaves are slightly larger than microphylla. Primarily a species of the coastal forest, often on cliff faces or banks overlooking estuarine rivers or inlets. This species was once included as Sophora microphylla. Yellow flowers from late winter to spring. Height x Width 6 x 4m Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Spreading Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider S. Microphylla, S.Tetraptera - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Yellow Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Bird Feeding 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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Widespread NZ native species. Small green pinnate leaflets. Golden-yellow, tubular 45mm flowers in pendulous racemes, en-masse during spring. Attracts native birds. Excellent small garden specimen. Height x Width 5.0 x 2.5 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Sophora Dragons Gold, Chathamica, Tetraptera - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Yellow Fragrant? No - Uses
Accent Yes Bird Feeding 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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Slightly larger growing tree than S. microphylla with weeping branches. Larger leaves than microphylla at 8-16cm. Does not have the tangled juvenile growth. Golden yellow flowers in spring in racemes commence earlier than Microphylla. A more open airy habit. A spectacular sight in full bloom. Attracts native birds. Height x Width 7 x 4 Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Spreading Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Sophora Microphylla, Chathamica - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Yellow Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Bird Feeding 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 quick growing small ornamental tree with dark green smooth leaflets. Masses of flowers in large loose, fragrant panicles in spring almost covering the entire tree. Requires shelter in exposed areas. Easily clipped to shape. Evergreen, but can be semi-deciduous in colder areas. Height x Width 7 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin Asia Similar to Consider Radermacheria, Alectryon Excelsa, Myrsine Salicina, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Screening / Shelter 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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Graceful evergreen with slender branches and fresh light green leaves, semi-glossy, veined and sharply toothed. From late summer through to autumn it conceals its foliage with masses of beautiful, starry, snow-white flowers. Excellent rapid screening. NZ Native Height x Width 5 x 3 Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Planchonella costata, Alectryon Excelsa, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? No - Uses
Good Shade Tree? 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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An outstanding flowering tree. Graceful, erect, open form tree with handsome foliage and rich, creamy yellow fragrant flowers in spring early summer. Trim to keep in shape and bushy. 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
Specimen 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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An outstanding tree with narrow oval deep bronze-purple glossy leaves. Greenish-yellow flowers. An excellent hedge or shelter tree but left to grow will form a spreading shade tree. Will withstand windy coastal conditions wet or dry soils. Height x Width 5 x 4 Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Spreading Country of Origin Australia Similar to Consider Leptospermum scoparium, Kunzea ericioides - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green, Bronze Red - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? No - Uses
Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Screening Yes Hedging 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 smaller growing tree with huge handsome deep green shining leaves up to 50cm long and 20cm wide. Grows in average soil. Great for coastal gardens as it is both wind and salt tolerant. Good tropical filler in the back of a garden. Height x Width 5 x 3 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Griselinia Lucida, Pseudopanax laetus - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Insignificant - Uses
Accent 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 selected cultivar which has a more upright habit. Distinctive darker green leaves. Flowers are striking red. Will tolerate very tough conditions including salt-laden wind poor soil dry and full sun. Prefers well drained soil. Grows apx. 7 x 5m but easily trimmed. Height x Width 7 x 5 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Pyramidical Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Other Metrosideros, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Red Fragrant? No Tolerates Dry Yes - Uses
Specimen Yes Screening / Shelter Yes Bird Feeding Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
