Hedges and Shelter Belts [45]

Create natural privacy and protection with our range of New Zealand native hedging and shelter belt plants. Ideal for farms, lifestyle blocks and residential properties, these hardy species provide shelter,...

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Phormium tenax

Mature Size: 3m x 2m Soil: Dry / Wet / Moist Sunlight: Full sun / Partial shade Phormium tenax, commonly known as Flax, or Harakeke. A striking large flax that forms robust clumps of broad, vibrant green leaves. Beyond its ornamental appeal, it serves as an exceptional low shelter and erosion control solution. With nectar in mid to late Summer it attracts and feeds a variety of pollinators and birds. Thrives in diverse environments from swampy areas to coastal regions. Very hardy.

$75.00

Sophora molloyii ‘Dragons Gold’

Mature size: 3m x 2m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Sophora molloyi 'Dragons Gold' is a compact, lower growing New Zealand native kōwhai, prized for its abundant deep golden yellow flowers that bloom during winter, earlier than many other kōwhai varieties. Its dense evergreen foliage and naturally tidy habit make it an excellent choice for borders, smaller gardens, native landscapes, and low hedging. The vibrant flowers attract tūī, bellbirds, native bees, and other pollinators, bringing colour and wildlife to your garden throughout the cooler months.  

$75.00

Sophora tetraptera

Mature size: 3m x 10m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Sophora tetraptera, commonly known as Large-leaved Kōwhai, is one of New Zealand's most iconic native flowering trees. It produces masses of vibrant yellow flowers from late winter through spring, providing an important nectar source for tūī, bellbirds, kererū, and native bees. Hardy and fast growing, this attractive evergreen to semi deciduous tree is ideal for gardens, lifestyle blocks, revegetation projects, riparian planting, and shelter belts. It thrives in a wide range of conditions and becomes a stunning feature tree when mature.  

$75.00

Sophora prostrata

Mature size: 2m x 2m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade Sophora prostrata, commonly known as Dwarf Kōwhai, is a dense, tangled native shrub with distinctive wiry branches and sparse foliage. In late spring it produces small, hidden yellow flowers that provide an important nectar source for native birds and a valuable food source for bees. A slower growing Kowhai, exceptionally hardy thriving in exposed, cold, and dry conditions, making it an excellent choice for low maintenance gardens, native plantings, and landscape projects.  

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Sophora microphylla

Mature size: 5m x 8m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Sophora microphylla, commonly known as Small Leaved Kōwhai, is one of New Zealand's best known native trees, producing masses of brilliant yellow flowers that attract tūī, bellbirds, and other nectar-feeding birds and insects. It is ideal for gardens, shelter planting, lifestyle blocks, and revegetation projects.  

$75.00

Pseudopanax arboreus

Mature size: 2m x 5m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Pseudopanax arboreus, commonly known as Five Finger, is a fast growing New Zealand native tree with lush, glossy green foliage and an attractive upright habit. It is widely used for native gardens, shelter planting, revegetation projects, and as a feature tree. Frost tender whilst young, becomes hardy and easy to grow, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a range of soil conditions

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Podocarpus totara

Mature size: 4m x 15m plus  Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Podocarpus totara, Tōtara, is one of New Zealand's most iconic native evergreen trees. Renowned for its longevity, attractive rich green foliage, and upright growth, it is an excellent choice for shelter belts, revegetation projects, lifestyle blocks, and native landscape planting. Hardy and adaptable, Tōtara thrives in a wide range of conditions, from coastal sites to inland environments. It establishes well, requires minimal maintenance once established, and provides valuable habitat and food for native birds and wildlife.  

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Podocarpus totara 'Matapouri Blue'

Mature size: 4m x 6m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Podocarpus totara 'Matapouri Blue' is a striking New Zealand native cultivar, valued for its attractive blue green foliage and naturally upright growth habit. Hardy and easy to grow, it is ideal for hedging, shelter belts, specimen planting, lifestyle blocks, and large scale landscaping projects.  

$185.00 $275.00

Podocarpus totara 'Aurea'

Mature size: 3m x 10m Soil: Dry/Moist Sunlight: Full Sun   Podocarpus totara 'Aurea', Golden Tōtara, is a selected cultivar of New Zealand's iconic native tōtara. It is prized for its striking golden green foliage, upright growth habit, and year round colour, making it an excellent feature tree for gardens, lifestyle blocks, shelter planting, and landscape projects. Hardy and easy to establish, 'Aurea' thrives in a wide range of conditions and responds well to trimming, making it suitable for both specimen planting and informal screening.  

$75.00

Podocarpus laetus

Mature size: 4m x 12m Soil: Well drained  Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Podocarpus laetus, Hall's Tōtara, is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen tree valued for its dense green foliage and naturally upright growth. It is well suited to revegetation projects, shelter belts, lifestyle blocks, and native landscape planting. This adaptable species thrives in a range of conditions and develops into an attractive long lived tree, providing year round structure and valuable habitat and berry fruit for native wildlife.  

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Plagianthus regius

Mature size: 3m x 5m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well drained  Sunlight: Full Sun Plagianthus regius, Ribbonwood is prized for its delicate, ribbon-like foliage and graceful form. Ideal for garden screens or specimen planting. Thrives in full sun and adapts well to moist or dry, well-drained soils once established. Hardy and low-maintenance.  

$75.00

Pittosporum tenuifolium

Mature size: 10m x 3m Soil: Dry/Moist Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Pittosporum tenuifolium, commonly known as Black Matipo or Kōhūhū, is a fast growing New Zealand native evergreen tree with attractive glossy green foliage and distinctive dark stems. It is one of the country's most popular plants for hedging, shelter belts, screening, riparian planting, and large scale landscape projects. Highly adaptable and easy to grow, Black Matipo thrives in a wide range of conditions, including exposed, coastal, and inland sites. It responds well to regular trimming, making it an excellent choice for formal hedges, privacy screens, and revegetation projects.  

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Pittosporum eugenioides

Mature size: 6m x 3m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade Pittosporum eugenioides, commonly known as Lemonwood, is a fast growing New Zealand native evergreen tree known for its fresh lemon scented foliage and attractive light green leaves. It is widely used for hedging, shelter belts, screening, riparian planting, and native landscape projects. Hardy and adaptable, Lemonwood performs well in a variety of conditions, including coastal and inland sites. Its dense growth and quick establishment make it an excellent choice for creating privacy, shelter, and habitat for native birds.

$75.00

Pittosporum colensoi

Mature size: 8m x 4m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Pittosporum colensoi is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen small tree similar to P. tenuifolium, has flatter, attractive shiny foliage and conspicuous fragrant flowers on dark stems.  This species thrives in diverse site conditions, handling moist soils and coastal winds with ease. Its dense branching habit makes it an excellent choice for screening, shelter planting, and native habitat creation. A magnet for pollinators, it's ideal for revegetation projects, riparian planting, and landscape restoration in both coastal and inland environments.   

$75.00

Pittosporum 'Stephens Island'

Mature size: 4m x 3m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen shrub with a naturally dense, compact growth habit and attractive grey green foliage. It is an excellent choice for hedging, shelter belts, screening, native gardens, and coastal landscape projects. This resilient cultivar performs well in a wide range of conditions including exposed, windy, and coastal sites. Slow growing yet responds well to trimming, making it ideal for creating formal or informal hedges while also providing valuable habitat for native birds.  

$70.00

Olearia traversii

Mature size: 5m x 4m Soil: Dry Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Olearia traversii, commonly known as Chatham Island Akeake, is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen tree valued for its rapid growth, dense branching, and attractive glossy green foliage. It is an excellent choice for hedging, shelter belts, coastal planting, riparian restoration, and large scale landscaping projects. Highly tolerant of wind, salt spray, and exposed conditions, Chatham Island Akeake establishes quickly and provides year round shelter and habitat for native birds. Its dense growth habit also makes it an ideal option for privacy screening and windbreaks.  

$75.00

Olearia paniculata

Mature size: 4m x 2m Soil: Dry/Moist Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Olearia paniculata, commonly known as Golden Akeake, is a fast growing New Zealand native evergreen shrub or small tree renowned for its attractive glossy green foliage and exceptional hardiness. It is widely used for hedging, shelter belts, screening, coastal planting, riparian restoration, and large scale landscape projects. Akeake thrives in exposed conditions and is highly tolerant of wind, salt spray, and dry periods once established. Its dense growth habit makes it an excellent choice for creating privacy screens, windbreaks, and valuable habitat for native birds.  

$75.00

Olearia macrodonta

Mature size: 4m x 3m Soil: Dry/Moist Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Olearia macrodonta, commonly known as NZ Holly, is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen tree recognised for its distinctive large, toothed leaves with silvery undersides. It is an excellent choice for shelter belts, revegetation projects, riparian planting, native gardens, and large scale landscaping. Naturally found in cooler and upland regions of New Zealand, Mountain Akeake is well adapted to exposed sites, wind, and frost. Its dense foliage provides excellent shelter while the clusters of fragrant white flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.  

$75.00

Olearia lineata

Mature size: 5m x 2m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade Olearia lineata is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen shrub or small tree known for its fine grey green foliage and graceful, arching branches. It is well suited to hedging, shelter belts, riparian planting, revegetation projects, and native gardens. Naturally tolerant of wind, frost, and dry conditions once established, Olearia lineata is an excellent choice for exposed sites. In late spring and summer it produces clusters of small white flowers that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators while providing habitat for native wildlife.  

$75.00

Olearia x haastii

Mature size: 1.5m x 1m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun   Olearia x haastii,  an evergreen shrub with dark green, shiny, leathery leaves that bring year-round interest to any garden. In summer, delicate white daisy-like flower heads emerge, creating a charming display. This is a rare natural hybrid found only in the South Island, making it a unique addition to your landscape. Among olearias, it's the hardiest variety available, offering excellent resilience in challenging conditions. It also provides moderate deer resistance, protecting your garden from browsing damage.  

$75.00

Olearia dartonii

Mature size: 5m x 2m Soil: Dry/Moist Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Olearia dartonii is a hardy New Zealand native shrub with attractive grey-green foliage and a naturally dense, bushy habit. Well suited to exposed sites, it performs exceptionally well in coastal gardens, shelter belts, riparian planting, and ecological restoration projects. During summer, clusters of small white daisy-like flowers provide seasonal interest while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators. Olearia dartonii thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates wind, frost, and a range of soil conditions once established.  

$75.00

Olearia cheesemanii

Mature size: 2m x 2m Soil: Dry/Moist/Well Drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Olearia cheesemanii, commonly known as Cheeseman's Tree Daisy, is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen shrub or small tree with attractive leathery green foliage and a naturally compact growth habit. It is ideal for hedging, shelter belts, revegetation projects, riparian planting, and coastal landscapes. This resilient species grows fast and performs well in exposed, windy, and coastal environments while also thriving inland. In spring and summer it produces clusters of small white daisy-like flowers that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators, making it a valuable addition to native planting schemes.  

$75.00

Olearia avicenniifolia

Mature size: 4m x 2m Soil: Dry/Well drained Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Olearia avicenniifolia is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen shrub or small tree valued for its narrow grey-green foliage and excellent tolerance of exposed conditions. Naturally found in alpine and subalpine environments, it is an ideal choice for shelter planting, native restoration, riparian projects, and low maintenance landscapes. In summer, clusters of small white daisy-like flowers provide seasonal interest while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators. Olearia avicenniifolia performs well in full sun to partial shade and is highly tolerant of frost, wind, and a wide range of soil types once established.  

$75.00

Muehlenbeckia astonii

Mature size: 2m x 1m Soil: Dry/Moist Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Muehlenbeckia astonii is a distinctive New Zealand native shrub with a dense zigzag branching habit and small leaves, making it an excellent choice for native gardens, hedging, restoration projects, and conservation plantings. This hardy species is well adapted to dry conditions and provides year-round interest.  

$750.00

Leptospermum scoparium

Mature size: 4m x 2m Soil: Dry/Moist Sunlight: Full Sun/Partial Shade   Leptospermum scoparium, commonly known as Mānuka or Tea Tree, is one of New Zealand's most iconic native shrubs. This hardy evergreen produces small aromatic foliage and masses of white flowers, sometimes tinged with pink, from spring through summer. Its nectar-rich blooms are highly valued by bees and are the source of New Zealand's renowned mānuka honey. Fast growing and adaptable, Mānuka is ideal for shelter belts, riparian planting, native revegetation, lifestyle blocks, and coastal landscapes. It thrives in exposed, low fertility, and challenging sites while providing valuable habitat and food for native wildlife.  

$75.00