Flowering Trees

  • Cordyline Australis - cabbage tree
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    • Description
    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 Like
    Shape / Habit Upright
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider Nikau Palms
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour White
    Fragrant? Yes
    • Uses
    Feature Yes
    Bird Feeding Yes
    Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
  • corokia geenty's green
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    • Description
    A slender, bushy growing shrub with rich green foliage and masses of starry yellow flowers early summer followed by dark red berries which attracts birds. Trims very well into a small or larger hedge.  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.
  • Dysoxylum Spectabile - Kohekohe
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    • Description
    A reasonably fast growing, handsome coastal canopy tree. Large green tropical-looking leaves up to 40cm. Naturally found throughout the North Island in coastal forest. Kohekohe stands out for its distinctly tropical traits, with flowers and fruit emerging directly from its trunk and branches. From March to June, elegant, waxy white blossoms. Grows to apx 10 x 4m in 10 yrs but can attain 15m at maturity.
    Height x Width 10 x 4m apx 10yr
    Height Range Tall 10+
    Growth Rate Moderate - Fast
    Plant Type Tree
    Shape / Habit Round
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider Alectryon excelsa, Vitex Lucens, Planchonella costata, Myrsine salicina
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour White - small
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Specimen Yes
    Bird Feeding Yes
     Note: Growth, height grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
  • This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page / Details Quick View
    • Description
    A small tree with a spreading habit. Long glossy light green leaves. Unusual yellow / green papery flower clusters in summer. Will tolerate dry sandy or rocky soils, salt spray, windy areas and drought conditions once established. Ideal used as a wind or privacy screen and is useful in harsh conditions. Can be trimmed to maintain shape.
    Height x Width 3.5 x 2.0
    Range Small 1-5m
    Growth Rate Fast
    Plant Type Tree
    Shape / Habit Spreading
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider D. Purpurea. Myrsine salicina, Planchonella costata,
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour Yellow green
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Screening  Yes
    Hedging Small Garden Yes Yes
     
     Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
  • Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page / Details Quick View
    A small tree with long glossy purple red leaves, especially in winter months. Unusual light red / purple papery flower clusters in summer. Will tolerate a range of soil types, salt spray, windy areas and drought conditions once established. Ideal as a privacy screen or to add a colour contrast to smaller gardens. Hardy
    Height x Width: 3.5 x 2.0m
    Height Range: Small 1-5m
    Growth Rate: Moderate-Fast
    Plant Type: Tree
    Shape / Habit: Spreading
    Deciduous / Evergreen: Evergreen
    Country of Origin: New Zealand
    Similar to Consider: Dodonaea viscosa, Myrsine salicina, Planchonella costata,
    Leaf Colour: Purple-Red
    Flower Colour: Light red-purple
    Flower Fragrant? No
    Soil Conditions: Moist well drained, Tolerates dry once established.
    Climate Conditions: Tolerates Coastal, Tolerates Wind
    Uses: Screening, Small Garden,
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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. Makes an ideal small garden tree. 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, Myrsine salicina,
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour White
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Good Shade Tree? Small Garden Yes Yes
      Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
  • rewarewa
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    • Description
    A slender, erect, tapering tree with long green serrated leaves. Tubular reddish brown flowers in spring attractive to native birds. Ideal tree for smaller gardens and narrow spaces. Suitable for coastal gardens.  Tolerates clay soil but avoid overly wet soils. Avoid phosphate fertilizers.
    Height x Width 7 x 3
    Height Range Medium 5-10m
    Growth Rate Moderate
    Plant Type Tree
    Shape / Habit Pyramidical
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, Olea El Greco, Dacrydium Cuprissinum, Acer Bowall, Poplar crow’s nest, Quercus robur fastigiata, Carpinus Betulus fastigiata, Dacrycarpus Dacrydoidies, Cupressus totem
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour Red
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Specimen Yes
    Small Garden 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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    • Description
    A fast growing spreading tree of varying form. Tiny needle like leaves are softer to touch than Manuka. During summer small white flowers smother the tree giving an almost snow covering effect. Very attractive to bees. Larger growing tree than Manuka. Seeds smaller than Manuka. Will withstand windy coastal conditions, or dry soils once established. Tolerates clay soil but avoid overly wet soils.
    Height x Width 6 x 4
    Height Range Medium 5-10m
    Growth Rate Fast
    Plant Type Tree
    Shape / Habit Round
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider Leptospermum scoparium, Leptospermum Coppersheen
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour White
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Screening 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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    • Description
    A smaller growing tree with huge, handsome, tropical looking deep green shining leaves up to 50cm long and 20cm wide. White-green inconspicuous flowers are produced from August to April and shiny black fruits are carried year round. Great for coastal gardens as it is both wind and salt tolerant. Well suited as a stand alone tree or as a 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
    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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    • Description
    The giant of New Zealand Pohutukawa! A large growing spreading tree. Olive green leaves and bright crimson flowers usually from Dec. Colours ranging from scarlet to deep crimson. Metrosideros flourish in coastal environments and are remarkably resilient, enduring poor soil conditions, excess moisture, and drought. They can withstand harsh elements such as salt-laden winds and arid landscapes. Additionally, they tolerate clay and wet soils, though thrive best in moist, well-drained earth.
    Height x Width 15 x 8
    Height Range Tall 10+
    Growth Rate Moderate
    Plant Type Tree
    Shape Round
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider Other Metrosideros
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour Red
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Specimen Yes
    Good Shade Tree? 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.
  • Metrosideros excelsa pohutukawa
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    A selected cultivar which has a more upright habit. Distinctive darker green leaves. Flowers are striking red. Metrosideros flourish in coastal environments and are remarkably resilient, enduring poor soil conditions, excess moisture, and drought. They can withstand harsh elements such as salt-laden winds and arid landscapes. Additionally, they tolerate clay and wet soils, though thrive best in moist, well-drained earth. 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.
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    A natural hybrid of the classic NZ Pohutukawa but with sulphur yellow flowers in December. It forms a broad-headed tree with thick, green leaves that have silver-grey undersides. Metrosideros flourish in coastal environments and are remarkably resilient, enduring poor soil conditions, excess moisture, and drought. They can withstand harsh elements such as salt-laden winds and arid landscapes. Additionally, they tolerate clay and wet soils, though thrive best in moist, well-drained earth.
    Height x Width: 6 x 5m
    Height Range: Medium 5-10m
    Growth Rate: Moderate
    Plant Type: Tree
    Shape / Habit: Round - Spreading
    Deciduous / Evergreen: Evergreen
    Country of Origin: New Zealand
    Similar to Consider: Other Metrosideros, Pittosporum crassifolium,
    Leaf Colour: Green
    Flower Colour: Yellow
    Soil Conditions: Tolerates dry once established, Tolerates Clay Soils, Tolerates Wet Soils
    Climate Conditions: Tolerates Wind and Coastal
    Uses: Specimen, Screen, Shelter Belt, Bird Feeding,
  • pohutukawa
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    • Description
    Selected smaller growing compact bushy habit with smaller leaves compared to other Pohutukawa. Early flowering-bright orange/red flowers. Metrosideros flourish in coastal environments and are remarkably resilient, enduring poor soil conditions, excess moisture, and drought. They can withstand harsh elements such as salt-laden winds and arid landscapes. Additionally, they tolerate clay and wet soils, though thrive best in moist, well-drained earth. Excellent for smaller gardens and can easily be trimmed.
    Height x Width 4 x 2
    Height Range Small 1-5m
    Growth Rate Moderate
    Plant Type Tree
    Shape Round
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider Other Metrosideros
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour Red
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Specimen Yes
    Good Shade Tree? 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.
  • Metrosideros Mistral
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    Discovered on the Coromandel, Mistral is a natural hybrid of excelsa and robusta. It’s a tidy, smaller growing tree that’s more compact and upright with deep fresh green new foliage darkening with age. Dark scarlet flowers late spring. As they’re easily clipped to shape they’re useful as a screen, kept lower as a hedge or as a specimen in a smaller garden.  Metrosideros flourish in coastal environments and are remarkably resilient, enduring poor soil conditions, excess moisture, and drought. They can withstand harsh elements such as salt-laden winds and arid landscapes. Additionally, they tolerate clay and wet soils, though thrive best in moist, well-drained earth. Grows to Apx 5 x 3.
    Height x Width 5 x 3
    Medium 5-10m
    Growth Rate Moderate
    Plant Type Tree
    Shape Round
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider Other Metrosideros
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour Deep scarlet Red
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Specimen Yes
    Good Shade Tree? 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.
  • Metrosideros 'maungapiko'
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    Common Name: Rata and Pohutukawa: natural hybrid

    These Metrosideros 'maungapiko' NZ natives are a natural hybrid between Pohutukawa and Southern Rata, incorporating good frost tolerance with beautiful large crimson-red flowers through mid-summer. It holds the striking beauty of the southern Rata whilst maintaining the adaptability and vigour of the the Pohutukawa. Originally discovered on Great Barrier Island on the Hauraki Gulf by plantsman Graeme Platt. The mother tree on the island has unfortunately been recklessly destroyed to make way for a road. This species is rare in cultivation and worthy of protection.
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    A cross between Southern rata and Pohutukawa. Forms a narrow upright tree with an open habit. Narrow leaves are a shiny mid green colour. Bright crimson flowers appear in December and January, just a little later than other M. excelsa. More tolerant of frosts than the other Pohutukawa’s. Metrosideros flourish in coastal environments and are remarkably resilient, enduring poor soil conditions, excess moisture, and drought. They can withstand harsh elements such as salt-laden winds and arid landscapes. Additionally, they tolerate clay and wet soils, though thrive best in moist, well-drained earth.
    Height x Width: 8 x 3m
    Height Range: Medium 5-10m
    Growth Rate: Moderate
    Plant Type: Tree
    Shape / Habit: Columnar
    Deciduous / Evergreen: Evergreen
    Country of Origin: New Zealand
    Similar to Consider: Other Metrosideros, Pittosporum crassifolium,
    Leaf Colour: Green
    Flower Colour: Red
    Soil Conditions: Tolerates dry once established, Tolerates Clay Soils, Tolerates Wet Soils.
    Climate Conditions: Tolerates Wind and Coastal
    Uses: Specimen, Screen, Shelter Belt, Bird Feeding,
  • pittosporum crassifolium
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    • Description
    A compact, bushy large shrub or small tree. Leathery dark green leaves felted underneath. Sweetly scented small purple flowers in spring especially fragrant on a still early morning or evening. Easily trims to make a very good hedge or can be allowed to grow on into a hardy trimmed or untrimmed screen.  Prefers full sun in free draining soil but will also tolerate dry soil once established. Tolerates windy sites and coastal exposure.  Very Hardy
    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.
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour Purple
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Screening / Shelter Yes
    Hedging Yes
    Bird Feeding 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 green form of Karo with shiny green leaves on the surface but still the felted underneath. Flowers dark crimson to purple with yellow anthers. Prefers full sun in free draining soil but will also tolerate dry soil once established. Windy conditions and coastal exposure Ok. Trims well into a hedge.
    Height x Width: 6 x 4m
    Height Range: Medium 5-10m
    Growth Rate: Moderate - Fast
    Plant Type: Tree
    Shape / Habit: Round
    Deciduous / Evergreen: Evergreen
    Country of Origin: New Zealand
    Similar to Consider: Other Pittosporums, Griselinias, Syzygium resilience, Griselinia Broadway Mint Ilex largo, Ficus tuffi, Metrisideros Springfire
    Leaf Colour: Green
    Flower Colour: Purple - small
    Flower Fragrant? Yes
    Soil Conditions: Moist well drained
    Climate Conditions: Tolerates Wind and Coastal
    Uses: Screening, Hedging, Bird Feeding
  • Rhopalostylis sapida - NZ Nikau
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    New Zealand’s only native palm is elegant and graceful with straight slender smooth stems crowned with fan-like rich green leaves up to 3m long. After some years a trunk forms which is scarred with rings from old fallen leaves. Prefers a cool root run. Prefers a shady position when young. At maturity will tolerate full sun, wind and coastal conditions. An excellent garden specimen or potted plant. Slow growing. Over many years can reach 10m.
    Plant Type Palm
    Shape Palm
    Country of Origin New Zealand
    Similar to Consider Pittii, Cheesemanii
    • Leaf
    Leaf Colour Dark Green
    • Flower
    Flower Colour White, very small
    Fragrant? No
    • Uses
    Specimen Yes
    Bird Feeding Yes
    Small Garden Yes
     
     Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
  • Sophora chathamica - Coastal Kowhai
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    A small, open, spreading evergreen tree. The coastal kowhai is distinguished from all other Kowhai species by the absence of a divaricating juvenile stage. Primarily a species of coastal forest, often on cliff faces or banks overlooking estuarine rivers or inlets. This species was once included as Sophora microphylla. Flowers from late winter to spring and attracts Tui and other nectar loving birds. Makes a beautiful feature tree in a small garden. Grows to apx 6 x 4m
    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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