Natives recommended for Central Otago conditions
Hardy and drought-tolerant, our Central Otago native plant range is built for the extremes of this iconic inland region. With hot, dry summers, cold winters, and rocky soils, Central Otago presents a tough environment—but these native species are perfectly adapted to thrive. Ideal for dryland gardens, shelterbelts, revegetation, and farm planting, they offer resilience, low maintenance, and natural beauty. From silver tussocks and hebes to native shrubs and groundcovers, these plants reflect the rugged charm and ecological uniqueness of the Central Otago landscape.
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Acaena inermis purple
Acaena inermis ‘Purple’ Common names: Purple Acaena, Purple Sheep’s Burr (spineless form) Family: Rosaceae Origin: New Zealand Plant Type: Ever...
View full detailsBrachyglottis Sunshine
Brachyglottis ‘Sunshine’ Overview Brachyglottis ‘Sunshine’ is a standout evergreen shrub known for its bold silver-grey foliage and bright, daisy...
View full detailsCoprosma Kirkii
Coprosma kirkii Common Names: Kirks Coprosma, Groundcover Coprosma Family: Rubiaceae Origin: New Zealand Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub / Groundcover...
View full detailsCoprosma Roys Red
Coprosma ‘Roy’s Red’ Common Names: Roy’s Red Coprosma Family: Rubiaceae Origin: New Zealand (cultivar) Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub Overview: Cop...
View full detailsCorokia Cotoneaster
Corokia cotoneaster (Corokia cotoneaster) Common Names: Wire Netting Bush, Korokio Family: Argophyllaceae Origin: Native to New Zealand Plant Typ...
View full detailsEuphorbia Glauca
Euphorbia glauca (New Zealand Spurge / Waiū-atua) Overview Euphorbia glauca is a striking New Zealand coastal native known for its blue-grey fol...
View full detailsHebe Allanii
Hebe (Veronica) allanii Overview A compact and hardy New Zealand native shrub with tight green foliage and masses of white to pale lilac blooms t...
View full detailsHebe Brachysiphon
Hebe (Veronica) brachysiphon Common Names: Alpine Hebe Family: Plantaginaceae Origin: New Zealand (South Island alpine regions) Plant Type: Evergr...
View full detailsHebe Evenosa
Hebe (Veronica) evenosa Overview Hebe (Veronica) evenosa is a compact, hardy New Zealand native shrub valued for its tight form and fine-textured...
View full detailsHebe Flame
Hebe ‘Flame’ (Veronica ‘Flame’) Overview Hebe ‘Flame’ is a highly attractive evergreen NZ hybrid known for its glossy green foliage that trans...
View full detailsHebe Glaucophylla
Hebe (Veronica) glaucophylla Common names: Glaucous-leaved Hebe Family: Plantaginaceae Origin: New Zealand Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub Ov...
View full detailsHebe Icing Sugar
Hebe (Veronica) Icing Sugar Overview A striking medium-sized evergreen shrub admired for its vibrant foliage and beautiful two-toned blooms. Hebe...
View full detailsHebe Inspiration
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Inspiration’ Overview A stunning, compact Hebe cultivar with glossy foliage and long-lasting, richly coloured blooms. Hebe (Vero...
View full detailsHebe Inveray
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Inveray’ Common names: Inveray Hebe Family: Plantaginaceae Origin: New Zealand hybrid Plant Type: Evergreen Groundcover Shr...
View full detailsHebe Mary Antonette
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Mary Antoinette’ Overview A striking, free-flowering Hebe with elegant pink-to-lilac blooms and a compact, tidy habit. Hebe (Ver...
View full detailsHebe Red Edge
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Red Edge’ Overview Hebe (Veronica) ‘Red Edge’ is a compact, eye-catching evergreen shrub admired for its nea...
View full detailsHebe Spring Monarch
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Spring Monarch’ Common names: Spring Monarch Hebe Family: Plantaginaceae Origin: New Zealand hybrid Plant Type: Evergreen Shr...
View full detailsHebe Subalpina
Hebe (Veronica) subalpina Common names: Subalpine Hebe Family: Plantaginaceae Origin: New Zealand (alpine & subalpine regions) Plant Typ...
View full detailsHebe Topiaria
Hebe (Veronica) topiaria Common names: Topiary Hebe Family: Plantaginaceae Origin: New Zealand Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub Overview Hebe (...
View full detailsHebe Wiri Cloud
Hebe ‘Wiri Cloud’ (Veronica ‘Wiri Cloud’) Overview Hebe ‘Wiri Cloud’ is a beautiful, compact NZ hybrid noted for its toughness and generous ea...
View full detailsHebe Wiri Image
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Wiri Image’ Overview A compact, upright evergreen shrub bred in Auckland and suited to New Zealand conditions. Hebe (Veronica) ‘...
View full detailsLeptinella Minor
Leptinella minor (Leptinella minor) Common Names: Button Carpet, Cotula, Brass Buttons (minor form) Family: Asteraceae Origin: Native to New Zeal...
View full detailsLeptinella pyrethrifolia
Leptinella pyrethrifolia Common Names: Button Fern, Pyrethrum Leptinella Family: Asteraceae Origin: New Zealand Plant Type: Evergreen Groundcover ...
View full detailsOlearia Nummularifolia
Olearia nummularifolia Common Names: Coastal Daisy, Round-leaved Olearia Family: Asteraceae Origin: New Zealand Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub Overv...
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