Flowering Trees
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A vigorous small tree with long, narrow green leaves with slightly pendulous branches. Masses of red bottlebrush flowers with gold anthers appear in spring and autumn providing nectar for bees and birds. Tolerant of a range of harsh conditions including poor dry soils once established, clay soil, but avoid wet or poorly drained soils, coastal and windy conditions. Height x Width 3 x 2 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Shrub Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin Australia Similar to Consider Callistimon Red Clusters, Griselinia Ardmore Emerald, Prunus lusitanica, Syzygium resilience, Totara Black Bridge, Camellias, Laurus nobilis - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Red Fragrant? No - Uses
Screening Yes Hedging Yes Bird Feeding Small Garden Yes 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 vigorous large shrub, with short, narrow, stiff new leaves emerging a silvery-pink turning to mid- green. Masses of red bottlebrush flowers with gold anthers appear in spring and autumn providing nectar for bees and birds. Tolerant of a range of harsh conditions including poor dry soils once established, clay soil, but avoid wet or poorly drained soils, coastal and windy conditions. Trim after flowering to encourage bushiness. Easily trimmed for hedging. Height x Width 3 x 2 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Shrub Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin Australia Similar to Consider Kings Park Special, Salignus (Yellow) Citrinus Violetii (Violet) - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Red Fragrant? No - Uses
Screening 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. -
Pure white ruffled double flowers of medium size. Flowers in autumn into winter. Sasanqua camellias make an ideal hedging plant that trims well. Plant in full sun or dappled shade in well drained acidic soil. Prune after flowering to encourage bushy growth. Excellent for shaping into topiaries.
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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 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. -
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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. -
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
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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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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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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, screen or hedge. Will tolerate coastal, wind and dry once established. Good for a small garden position. 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, Griselinia, Viburnum Eve Price, Syzygium resilience, Callistemon Red Clusters, Totara Black Bridge - LEAF
Leaf Colour Green - FLOWER
Flower Colour Yellow Fragrant? No - USES
Hedging 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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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 more compact pyramidal form of Magnolia grandiflora with very attractive, large, dark glossy green leaves with distinctive coppery undersides. Creamy white fragrant blooms in summer. Excellent shade, avenue or specimen tree. Tolerates clay soil but avoid overly wet soils. Grows to apx 7 x 4m in 10yrs. Can attain 15 x 10m at maturity Height x Width 7 x 4m Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin United States Similar to Consider Mag Grandiflora, Michelia Bubbles - Leaf
Leaf Colour Dark Green - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Avenue 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 large, sturdy, elegant, round-headed specimen tree. Leaves are distinguished by rust-coloured felt beneath large glossy dark green foliage. Bears immense fragrant creamy white flowers. Excellent shade, avenue or specimen tree. Tolerates clay soil but avoid overly wet soils. Will also tolerate coastal and windy sites. Hardy. Grows to apx 10 x 5m 10yrs. At maturity can attain 20 x 10m Height x Width 10 x 5 10yrs Range Tall 10+m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin Southern USA Similar to Consider Magnolia DD Blanchard, Michelia Bubbles - Leaf
Leaf Colour Dark Green - Flower
Flower Colour Cream 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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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. Tolerates clay soil but avoid overly wet soils. 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 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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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 -
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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. -
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.
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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. -
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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 -
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.