Tough Natives
Built to withstand the harshest conditions, our Tough NZ Native Plants are the ultimate survivors. Perfect for challenging sites with poor soil, strong winds, drought, or coastal exposure, these hardy species thrive where others struggle. Low-maintenance and resilient, they provide year-round interest and support local ecosystems with minimal care. Ideal for restoration projects, difficult landscapes, or anyone seeking reliable, durable plants that stand the test of time.
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Olearia Paniculata
Olearia paniculata (Olearia paniculata) Common Names: Golden Akeake, Akiraho Family: Asteraceae Origin: Native to New Zealand Plant Type: Evergre...
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Olearia traversii Common Names: Chatham Island Tree Daisy Family: Asteraceae Origin: New Zealand (endemic to the Chatham Islands) Plant Type: Ever...
View full detailsPhormium Dark Delight
Phormium 'Dark Delight' (Phormium tenax ‘Dark Delight’) Common Names: New Zealand Flax, Dark Delight Flax Family: Asphodelaceae Origin: New Zeala...
View full detailsPhormium Duet
Phormium 'Duet' (Phormium cookianum hybrid) Common Names: Duet Flax, Variegated New Zealand Flax Family: Asphodelaceae Origin: New Zealand Plant ...
View full detailsPhormium Emerald Gem
Phormium 'Emerald Gem' Common Names: Emerald Gem Flax, Dwarf Green Flax Family: Asphodelaceae Origin: New Zealand Plant Type: Evergreen Perennial ...
View full detailsPhormium Tenax Green
Phormium tenax ‘Green’ Common Names: New Zealand Flax, Harakeke (Green form) Family: Asphodelaceae Origin: New Zealand (native) Plant Type: Evergr...
View full detailsPhormium Tenax Purple
Phormium tenax 'Purple' (Phormium tenax) Common Names: New Zealand Flax 'Purple', Purple Flax Family: Asphodelaceae Origin: Native to New Zealand...
View full detailsPlagianthus Regius
Plagianthus regius (Plagianthus regius) Common Names: New Zealand Ribbonwood, Lowland Ribbonwood Family: Malvaceae Origin: Endemic to New Zealand...
View full detailsPodocarpus Totara Aurea
Podocarpus totara ‘Aurea’ Common Names: Golden Tōtara Family: Podocarpaceae Origin: New Zealand Plant Type: Evergreen Tree / Large Shrub Overview...
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