Flowering Trees
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An open arching evergreen native trees which is slightly larger growing than Sophora microphylla. Dark green pinnate leaves are also larger at 8-16cm and does not have the tangled juvenile growth. Golden yellow flowers in spring in 4-10 flowered racemes commence earlier than microphylla. A more open airy habit. A spectacular sight when in full bloom during spring. Attracts Tui and other nectar loving birds. Grows to apx 7 x 4m 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 Feature 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. -
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.
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Evergreen shrub with bushy compact habit and dark green foliage. Masses of carmine buds opening to pink-tinged white flowers in winter. Following flowering, small blue-black berries are produced. These are a good source of food for birds and add ornamental interest to the shrub. Prefers a moist well drained soil in full sun to light shade Wind hardy. Excellent for mass planting or hedging. Trim to keep in shape. Grows to apx 2.0 x 1.5m
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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. Dry tolerant. Very Hardy 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 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. 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. -
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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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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, 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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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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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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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 -
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Small to medium sized tree with large leathery fresh green leaves ageing to deep green. Strongly scented creamy white flowers are produced in mass over a long succession during spring and summer. Grows in full sun or part shade in rich moisture retentive free-draining soil. An excellent specimen tree or shelter screen. Grows apx. 4 x 2m 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 Michelia Gracipies, Magnolia DD Blanchard, Magnolia Little Gem. Magnolia Kay Pariss - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Specimen Yes Feature Yes Screening 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 fast growing, open spreading small evergreen tree. Emerald green bipinnate leaves to apx 50cm and long white trumpet shaped flowers in summer. Easily pruned to shape to maintain height or used as a privacy screen. Likes a frost-free situation in full sun or part shade. Keep moist during dry periods. Grows to apx 8 x 5m Height x Width 8 x 5 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape Spreading Country of Origin Southern China Similar to Consider Alectryon Excelsa, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour White Fragrant? Yes - 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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A medium sized rounded compact tree with dark glossy green leaves and small fragrant flowers in clusters during summer. Can be pruned to maintain shape. Tolerates clay soil but avoid overly wet or dry soils. Prefers moist well drained soils in full sun. Ideal for street planting, lawn specimens and as a shade tree in a smaller garden. Grows to apx 7 x 4m Height x Width 7 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Round Country of Origin Australia Similar to Consider Myrsine Salicina, Callistemons, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Colour Yellow Fragrant? Yes - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? 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 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. -
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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. -
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 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. -
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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. -
Rich red, formal, double blooms and glossy green foliage with red tips on new growth. Japonica camellias make an excellent hedge but are also useful as a stand alone small tree in the garden. Plant in full sun or dappled shade in well drained acidic soil. Prune after flowering to encourage bushy growth. Can also be allowed to grow on to form a larger screen.