Ornamental
PAGE 1 10 PER PAGE aka Red horse chestnut The Red Horse Chestnut is a handsome deciduous tree with large bold foliage. In spring large upright clusters of rosy crimson flowers decorate the whole tree. Wonderful specimen or shade tree. Prefers a sunny sheltered position in soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Aesculus Carnea Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm ? Container: 8l ? $64.99 aka Red Horse Chestnut The Red Horse Chestnut is a handsome deciduous tree with large bold foliage. In spring large upright clusters of rosy crimson flowers decorate the whole tree. Wonderful specimen or shade tree. Prefers a sunny sheltered position in soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Aesculus Carnea Briottii Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm ? Container: pb28 ? $74.99 Stock of this item is very low. aka Horse Chestnut If you want a game of Conkers then this is the tree for you. The 'Horse Chestnut' is a handsome large tree with bold foliage and huge white, tinged red flowers in spring. The flowers are followed by nuts encased in a distinctive prickly skin. The nuts known as 'conkers' are released in autumn. Aesculus hippocastanum Expected Stock Height: 70/110 cm ? New stock expected Middle of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Aesculus hippocastanum Expected Stock Height: 80/100 cm ? New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Red Buckeye A tough, beautiful, small, deciduous tree that has beautiful red flowers in Spring and dark green Summer foliage. In Autumn the attractive yellow foliage is very showy, with ornamental brown chestnuts. Can be used as a specimen or a street planting. Deciduous. Aesculus Splendens Current Stock Height: 180/200 cm ? Container: 25l ? $64.99 aka Silk Tree If you want to sit under soft ferny foliage and look up at fuzzy fluffy carmine red flowers then this is the tree for you. Very pretty specimen tree with a single trunk and good shade canopy. Flowers during summer. Quite quick growing. Prefers a spot sheltered from wind. Deciduous. Albizia Red Silk Current Stock Height: 130/140 cm ? Container: 8l ? $59.99 Stock of this item is very low. aka Silk Tree Silk Tree. This is a fabulous quick growing tree with a single stem and a good shade canopy making it ideal to relax under on a sleepy summer afternoon. Soft ferny foliage and fluffy fuzzy blooms in warm pink that appear in summer. Plant in a warm sunny position. Deciduous. Albizia Rosea Current Stock Height: 130/160 ? Container: 8l ? $59.99 aka Shad Bush Something different and unusual for your plant collection. Just as the new leaves start to appear in spring the whole shrub is smothered in lacy white flowers. These are sometimes followed by edible purple berries. Rich golden and red tones in autumn. Deciduous. Amelanchier Canadensis Current Stock Height: 200/240cm ? Container: 8l ? $64.99 Recently introduced by the JC Raulston Arboretum, this hybrid boasts 5-8cm deep wine red magnolia like flowers. Handsome shrub with lustrous dark green disease resistant foliage; flowering stems are outstanding in vases. Calycanthus Hartlage Wine Container: 3l ? $59.99 This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now. aka Hornbeam Hornbeam. Ideal tree for hedging or pleaching. Attractive oval green ribbed foliage that has good autumn tones before turning brown. The leaves hold on the tree well into winter. Smooth grey bark, ornamental catkins in spring followed by ornamental winged seed 'nuts'. Deciduous. Carpinus Betulus Current Stock Height: 80/110 cm ? Container: pb8 ? $59.99 Carpinus Betulus Current Stock Height: 230/250 cm ? Container: 13l ? $79.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Upright Hornbeam An upright narrow form of Hornbeam with oval ribbed green leaves that have good autumn colour, eventually turning brown. The leaves often remain on the tree for quite some time over winter. The tree will gradually broaden with age. Attractive catkins Carpinus Betulus Fastigiata Current Stock Height: Tree Container: pb8 ? $59.99 Carpinus Betulus Fastigiata Current Stock Height: 90/110 cm ? $74.99 Carpinus Betulus Fastigiata Current Stock Height: 220/240 cm ? Container: 13l ? $79.99 aka Toon Tree The 'Toon' tree is all about the fabulous foliage which emerges in early spring. Initially the leaves are bright shrimp pink, gradually turning to bright green. Strong upright growth. Protect from wind. Deciduous.
Cedrela Sinensis Flamingo Current Stock Height: 210/250 cm ? Container: 6l ? $59.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Katsura Tree One for the connoisseur. A delightful pendulous deciduous tree with fresh green rounded foliage that turns shades of smoky pink and butter yellow in autumn. Also at this time of year the tree gives off a sweet spicy fragrance that some folk say smells like burnt sugar! Definitely a sweetie.
Cercidiphyllum J Pendulum H/W Current Stock Height: STD-160/ HGT-180 cm ? Container: 8l ? $89.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Katsura tree A special deciduous tree with aromatic foliage. The emerging spring leaves are shaded in tones of reddish-bronze before turning a deep green over summer. The leaves are heart shaped and neatly arranged in pairs on multi-stemmed branches. Fantastic autumn colours before leaf fall. Deciduous.
Cercidiphyllum Japonicum Current Stock Height: 250/270 cm ? Container: 8l ? $69.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka English Hawthorn English Hawthorn. A hardy and robust tree with dark green indented foliage and branches that are laden with little, deep rose red flowers in spring. The flowers are followed by red berries much loved by birds. Happiest in the sun. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.
Crataegus Pauls Scarlet Expected Stock Height: 200/220 cm ? THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Pink Hawthorn Pink Hawthorn. Great masses of double, delightful, fragrant pink blooms put on a showy display in late spring. The flowers eventually turn into red berries in the autumn. In the meantime you have an easily grown hardy specimen tree that can be used for shelter as it is wind tolerant. Deciduous. Crataegus Rosea Flore Pleno Expected Stock Height: 170/190 cm ? THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Wonder Tree Outstanding ornamental deciduous tree that is mainly desired for the bright red berries that decorate the bare horizontal branches in winter. The berries only appear on the female tree and therefore you need to have a nearby male to make it all happen! Easy to grow in a sunny spot. Deciduous.
Idesia Polycarpa Female Current Stock Height: 170/190 cm ? Container: 25l ? $119.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS Idesia Polycarpa Female Current Stock Height: 130/160 cm ? Container: 8l ? $69.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Wonder Tree The Wonder Tree is particularly valued for the pendulous clusters of red berries that decorate the bare branches in winter. It is a lovely shade or specimen tree with inconspicuous yet fragrant flowers in summer, thick heart shaped green leaves and just a nice structure. Self-fertile cultivar.
Idesia Polycarpa Kentucky Fry Expected Stock Height: 70/90 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. aka Wonder Tree Wonder Tree - Male. A handsome deciduous tree with a horizontal branch structure and a broad crown of thick heart-shaped green leaves. As this is the male form it does not produce the bright red berries that are so decorative on the female. The male is essential however for pollination.
Idesia Polycarpa Male Current Stock Height: 300/400 cm ? Container: 35l ? $119.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS Idesia Polycarpa Male Current Stock Height: 140/160 cm ? Container: 8l ? $69.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Jacaranda This specimen tree from Brazil is a visual delight when in full flower. In late spring-summer masses of mauve-blue tubular flowers smother the tree followed by decorative seed pods. The ferny green foliage is semi-evergreen when temperatures are cool. Protect from frost. Jacaranda Mimosifolia Expected Stock Height: 50/60 cm ? New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Jacaranda Mimosifolia Expected Stock Height: 140/150 cm ? This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock. Golden raintree is a small, open branched, deciduous tree with a rounded crown. Leaves emerge pinkish bronze to purplish in spring, mature to a bright green in summer and turn yellow in fall. Bright yellow flowers appear in early summer which give way to interesting, brown, papery seed capsules which resemble Chinese lanterns.
Koelreuteria paniculata Expected Stock Height: 200/260 cm ? New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Golden Chain Tree Golden Chain Tree. Glossy green foliage set off with 60cm long racemes of fragrant golden yellow
flowers in late spring. Very showy and well worth giving a special place in the garden. Easy to grow in most soils as long as they are not too dry in summer. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.
Laburnum watereri Vossii Expected Stock Height: 180/210 cm ? New stock expected Middle of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Indian Bead Tree Wonderful quick growing shade tree that is tolerant of just about any conditions (including wind), easy to grow. Strong straight stem with smooth greyish bark. Panicles of fragrant lilac flowers in spring followed by berries that birds love. Deep green long narrow leaves. Deciduous.
Melia Azederach Current Stock Height: 240/270 cm ? Container: 13l ? $59.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Dawn Redwood Dawn Redwood. This ancient Chinese Conifer was rediscovered in the 1940's and is now grown throughout the world. A handsome tree with ferny green foliage and 'shaggy' brown bark. The foliage turns gold-bronze prior to leaf fall. Likes the sun and fertile soil. The Height is 10 year estimate. Deciduous.
Metasequoia Glyptostroboides Current Stock Height: 150/170 cm ? Container: 8l ? $54.99 Metasequoia Glyptostroboides Current Stock Height: 200/300cm ? Container: 18l ? WAS $89.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka White Mulberry You may know the Mulberry tree better for its role in silk production rather than as an ornamental plant however it is a worthy garden specimen. The glossy large heart shaped leaves always look fresh. Small edible fruits appear in spring and are loved by birds! Likes the sun. Deciduous. Morus Alba Current Stock Height: 250/280 cm ? Container: Hessian ? $99.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Weeping Mulberry Desirable, weeping form of the highly ornamental Mulberry tree. The glossy large heart shaped leaves always look fresh. Small edible fruits appear in spring and are loved by birds! Give this special tree the space to spread its lovely pendulous branch formation. Deciduous. Morus Alba Pendula 1.5m New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Weeping Mulberry Desirable, weeping form of the highly ornamental Mulberry tree. The glossy large heart shaped leaves always look fresh. Small edible fruits appear in spring and are loved by birds! Give this special tree the space to spread its lovely pendulous branch formation. Deciduous. Morus Alba Pendula 1.7STD Expected Stock Height: STD-170/HGT-200 cm ? THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS Morus Alba Pendula Expected Stock Height: STD-170/HGT-190 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. aka Persian Witch Hazel A special small tree with a neat, erect growth habit. Unusual crimson tassel like flowers on bare branches in late winter. Lustrous dark green foliage in spring that colours well in autumn. As the tree matures the trunk has attractive flaking bark. Deciduous.
Parrotia Persica Current Stock Height: 180/200 cm ? Container: pb18 ? $64.99 aka Empress Tree or Umbrella Tree Empress Tree. A fast growing, highly ornamental tree with large heart shaped green leaves. Brown flower buds formed in autumn open to reveal fox-glove like, trumpet shaped, fragrant blooms in soft lilac. Plant in a sheltered position to avoid wind damage. Otherwise undemanding. Deciduous.
Paulownia Tomentosa Expected Stock Height: 300/400 cm ? THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Chinese Pistache Do you want a well behaved small deciduous tree with stunning autumn colour? Look no further. A highly ornamental tree that has glossy green leaves that turn brilliant shades of crimson, orange and yellow. Insignificant flowers followed by red berries. Grows in most soils.
Pistacia Chinensis Current Stock Height: 170/190 cm ? Container: 8l ? $74.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Japanese Pagoda Tree The 'Japanese Pagoda' is a stunning weeping tree with branches that cascade to the ground. The deep green oval leaflets turn soft yellow in autumn. In summer creamy white pea like flowers appear in large clusters on mature trees. A special feature tree for the garden or a container. Deciduous.
Sophora Japonica Pendula Expected Stock Height: 130/160 cm ? Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock. aka Swamp Cypress Something just a little different - a deciduous conifer and unlike its other family members happy to grow in swampy wet areas. Attractive soft ferny green foliage in spring, in autumn this turns a warm rusty brown before falling. Fibrous red brown bark and a nice sturdy trunk complete the picture. Taxodium Distichum Expected Stock Height: 90/100 cm ? New stock expected Middle of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Swamp Cypress Swamp Cypress - Weeping. A unique deciduous conifer that has attractive green ferny foliage that turns golden brown before leaf fall. Interesting fibrous bark and 'knobbly knees' that grow from the roots. This form has pendulous side branches giving the tree a naturally graceful habit.
Taxodium McLaren Falls Current Stock Height: 120/130 cm ? Container: 6l ? $79.99 aka Weeping Elm Weeping Elm. A very special weeping tree with graceful pendulous branches clothed in deep green leaves with 'toothed' edges. The tree matures into a dome headed shape with the branches draping to the ground. Looks good all year round even when bare. Hardy and easy to grow. Deciduous. Ulmus Glabra Pendula 1.7m Container: 13l ? $129.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS aka Horizontal Elm Horizontal Elm. A unique tree with a rigid, horizontal branch structure that makes it ideal as a stand alone specimen or as the perfect shade tree with plenty of head room beneath. Fresh green leaves with 'toothed' edges. Hardy, tolerant and easy to grow but oh so special. Deciduous.
Ulmus Horizontalis H/W 1.7m Container: 13l ? $129.99 THIS ITEM MAY REQUIRE TRUCK DELIVERY, SEE TERMS
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 13m x 11m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 4m
This is a very large tree and the height given is a 10 year estimate, it will continue to grow and can live to 300 years! Give it room to grow and it will delight you and your family for generations.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 5m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4.5m x 3.5m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 4m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 4m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 3m
Habit: Bushy
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 2m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 15m x 10m
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 10m x 8m
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 3m
This is a special feature tree with branches that cascade gently to the ground - exceptionally lovely and rarely available. Even looks good bare which is more than I can say for some!
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 1.5m
Stock of this item is very low.
This tree will grow in sun or part shade and prefers a rich soil that does not completely dry out in summer.
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 5m
Crataegus are in the same plant family as Roses - Rosacea - you'll be able to tell that when you look closely at the flowers.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 3.5m
New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 4.5m
New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 5m
Stock of this item is very low.
Stock of this item is very low.
Idesia are dioecious which means there are separate male and female trees and these need to cross pollinate for berry production. 'Kentucky Fry' is a self-fertile cultivar which will produce berries without a companion tree.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 5m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 5m
Stock of this item is very low.
Stock of this item is very low.
Jacarandas like a warm sheltered position and well drained soil. In their native Brazil they are considered a tropical evergreen and in NZ they grow really well in warmer parts of the country like the Bay of Plenty. They can be grown in cooler areas if protected from frost whilst young.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 5m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 12m x 12m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 5m
Dawn Redwood is endangered in natural habitats.
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 12m x 6m
NOW $69.99
Mature Size (HxW): Standard
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 5m x 4m
This magnificent looking tree is grown extensively in Japan for the production of high quality paper. It can be cut back hard each year and will re-grow quite quickly and produce enormous leaves but no flowers.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 5m
New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 5m
Habit: Arching
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Standard
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 7m x 4m
Taxodium 'McLaren' Falls will grow happily in moist to wet soil but will also tolerate growing in normal garden soil as long as it does not completely dry out in summer. Named for where it was discovered - McLaren Falls in the Kaimai Ranges.
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 1m
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 6m
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