Flowering Trees
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A wide, round headed tree which is stunning when in flower. Its a smaller, more compact growing horse chestnut with large dark green fan shaped leaves. Giant pink red candle type flowers have a hint of yellow in the throat and adorn the tree in spring early and early summer. Excellent shade, avenue, park or paddock tree.
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A quick growing, smaller, spreading tree. Rich green, ferny leaves. Flowers during summer on top of leaves, open as rounded fluffy brushes of pink. Tolerates hot dry areas once established. The specific epithet "julibrissin" comes from the Persian word "gul-i abrisham" which translates to "silk flower" or "soft silken treads. Spreading umbrella shape makes it a perfect shade tree, even for a smaller garden. Height x Width 5 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Spreading Country of Origin Asia, China Similar to Consider Jacaranda, Gleditsia, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Brown - Flower
Flower Colour Pink Fragrant? No - Uses
Feature Tree Yes Good Shade Tree Yes Note: Growth, height and information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
A quick growing, smaller, spreading tree. Rich green, ferny leaves. Flowers during summer on top of leaves, open as rounded fluffy brushes of dark rosey pink. Tolerates hot dry areas once established. Excellent shade tree. The specific epithet "julibrissin" comes from the Persian word "gul-i abrisham" which translates to "silk flower" or "soft silken treads. Spreading umbrella shape makes it a perfect shade tree, even for a smaller garden.
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One of the most well-known apples Granny Smith has its origins in Australia 1868. Can be eaten fresh but extensively used in cooking with it’s crisp, firm, tart flavour with a light touch of sweetness. Keeps well in Storage. Lime green skin, white flesh. Harvest April May. Self Fertile, Heritage Root Stock determines tree size. MM106 Semi dwarf tree, Apx 4.5m.
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A small, deciduous, open habit tree that matures to a broad round head. Magenta flowers bloom on bare branches in early spring and are closely followed by purple red heart shaped leaves. An excellent feature tree suited to smaller gardens. Tolerates clay soil but avoid wet or poorly drained soils. Easily pruned to keep a tidy shape. Grows to apx 3.5 x 3.0m Height x Width 3.5 x 3 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Spreading Country of Origin North America Similar to Consider Prunus Thundercloud, Fagus Riversii, Fagus Sylv Purp, Acer Tamuke Yama, Fraxinus Raywoodii, Acer Bloodgood. - Leaf
Leaf Colour Purple Red Deciduous Leaf Colour Purple Red, Oranges, Bronze - Flower
Flower Colour Magenta Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes 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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Neatly rounded tree with a pretty branch pattern. Lacy double pinnate foliage lime-yellow in spring deepening to fresh green in summer bright yellow in autumn. Successive new growth through summer provides a contrast to the older leaves. Great lawn or specimen tree. Height x Width 6 x 5 Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Umbrella Country of Origin Central North America Similar to Consider Robinia Freesia, Ginkgo, Acer Kellys Gold, Albizzia, Jacaranda - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green yellow Deciduous Leaf Colour Bright yellow - Flower
Flower Insignificant - Uses
Specimen Yes 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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A stunning, fast-growing tree with delicate, feathery foliage. In early summer, it becomes a breathtaking spectacle as soft purple blooms blanket its canopy. With an open, irregular crown and branches stretching in every direction, it adds a point of interest to any landscape. A sub-tropical tree native to south-central South America. Evergreen in warm areas. Height x Width 7 x 5 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin South America Similar to Consider Albizia, Gleditsia, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Copper Brown - Flower
Flower Colour Purple Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
A compact, rounded head tree with bark that peels off to reveal smooth trunks and branches. Green leaves through summer change to reds, oranges, and yellows over autumn. Large, cone shaped panicles of pure-white flowers in summer. Tolerates moderate winds. Spectacular specimen tree. Deciduous. Grows to approximately 4m x 4m.
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A small deciduous tree with a compact rounded head that covers itself in lilac mauve crepe paper like flowers in summer creating a spectacular show! Lime green summer leaves turn brilliant red in autumn. The bark is thin and smooth, with a mottled pinkish-gray colour and sheds each year to reveal a clean new surface. A wonderful addition to a small garden. Height x Width 4 x 3 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin India Similar to Consider Other Lagerstroemia, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Brilliant Red - Flower
Flower Colour Lilac mauve Fragrant? No - Uses
Small Garden Yes Feature 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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Makes rapid growth. Large unusual lyre-shaped leaves cut square at the apex turn butter yellow in Autumn. Clean trunk and spreading branches. Fragrant tulip like flowers appear late spring greenish yellow with an orange band at base. Tolerates clay soil but avoid overly wet soils. Grows to apx 10 x 6m in 10 yrs, can attain 30 x 15m at maturity Height x Width 10 x 6 10 yrs Range Tall 10+ Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Pyramidical Country of Origin North America Similar to Consider Liriodendron Fastigiata, Platanus acerifolia, Liquidambars, Acer rubrums - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour Green-Yellow Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes 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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A very upright form of liriodendron tulipifera with a columnar growth habit. Unusual, green lyre-shaped leaves turn butter yellow in autumn. Fragrant, tulip like flowers appear late spring which are a greenish yellow with an orange band at base. Adaptable to clay soil, though best suited to well-drained conditions to avoid excessive moisture. Height x Width 8 x 3 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Upright Country of Origin North America Similar to Consider Quercus Robur Fastigiata, Carpinus betulus Fastigiata, Acer Bowhall, Platanus acerifolia pyramidalis. Betula var. Cupressus totem, Olea El Greco, Knightia Excelsa, Poplar crow’s nest, Ginkgo fastigiata. - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour Green-Yellow Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen 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 medium sized tree with large leathery green leaves from spring to autumn. Huge star shaped flowers late winter early spring are white and pink with a purple flush. Hybrid cross between campbellii and liliiflora. New Zealand selection Mr O Blumhardt, Whangarei. Great shade tree for a smaller garden Height x Width 6 x 3 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Magnolia Denudata, Magnolia Vulcan, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Orange - Flower
Flower Colour Pink and White Fragrant? No - Uses
Small Garden Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Feature 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 erect open branched tree when young maturing to a narrow rounded form. Large deep port wine coloured flowers late winter early spring. From the Jury hybrid series of Magnolias. Great shade tree for a small garden. Height x Width 6 x 4 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Magnolia Denudata, Magnolia Starwars, Magnolia Felix Jury - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Orange - Flower
Flower Colour Purple Red Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes 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. -
A smaller growing New Zealand bred tree with large leathery green leaves. Huge, deep magenta flowers late winter early spring make a spectacular sight before the tree comes into leaf. Upright branches, spreading habit. From the Jury hybrid series of Magnolias.
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A low growing, round dense tree. Large dull green leaves appear through summer. Late winter early spring goblet shaped, pure white, lemon scented flowers on bare branches. Smaller tree ideal for smaller garden. Height x Width 5 x 3 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin China Similar to Consider Other deciduous Magnolias, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? No - Uses
Small Garden Yes Feature Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
A compact, multi branched shrub or small tree with lime green leaves turning golden in autumn. Soft fluffy buds open to flowers slightly larger than normal stellata and has more numerous long petals (sometimes to 36). They are also less floppy, resulting in a waterlily-like appearance (hence the cultivar name). Long lasting from apx late July. Ideal for the smaller garden.
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A smaller growing, ornamental tree with long gracefully arching branches. In spring the whole tree becomes covered with bright pink buds opening to small white to pale pink flowers. Yellow fruits flushed red soon follow which can be eaten but birds also enjoy. Wonderful addition for a smaller garden. Height x Width 3 x 2.5m Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Conical Country of Origin Japan Similar to Consider Other Crab apples, Cercis Forest Pansy, Prunus Flowering Cherries - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour Pinks and Reds Fragrant? No - Uses
Feature Yes Bird Feeding Yes Fruit Producing 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 spreading round shaped tree with bright green leaves. Very large, fragrant soft pink double flowers in spring. Leaves turn orange-red in autumn. Limited numbers yellow-green fruit which are not edible. Its all about the flowers! Spectacular addition to a smaller garden! Height x Width 4 x 3 Height Range Small Growth Rate Medium Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin United States Similar to Consider Other Crabapples, Prunus awanui - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Orange and Red - Flower
Flower Colour Soft Pink Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Specimen Yes 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. -
A small spreading tree with glossy green leaves turning reds oranges and yellows in autumn. Fuyu is the most popular main commercial variety grown. Medium to large deep orange fruit that is non astringent, sweet and excellent quality. Can be eaten fresh like an apple or sliced with the skin removed, dried or made into jam or chutney. Harvest May-Jun. Self fertile. Grows to Apx 5 x 4m
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A smaller growing, upright, round tree with rich purple black foliage throughout summer and into autumn. Small single pink blossom early spring on bare stems stand out as leaves appear. Excellent contrast statement tree for a smaller garden.