Garden Design #67

Hebe Snowdrift.  Rounded, bushy shrub with erect branches.  Large, narrow mid-green leaves. The long white flowers smother the bush and appear in spring over a long period, attracting birds and bees. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, does best in well-drained soil but will grow in dry sites.  Can be used in hedging and gardens, but make sure to trim after flowering to maintain shape.  It is often used in revegetation plantings such as riparian.  Hardy to cold.  Will grow up to 1.5m in height and 1.5 in width. 

Corokia x virgata Geentys Green is a versatile and hardy evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. This plant is prized for its dense, fine-textured foliage, which is a rich green colour. The small, star-shaped yellow flowers that appear in spring add a touch of brightness, followed by red or orange berries that attract birds. Geentys Green is ideal for use in mixed borders, as a low hedge, or in containers.

Geentys Green thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is highly adaptable to various soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, and is particularly well-suited to coastal conditions due to its wind and salt tolerance. This hardy shrub is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance. Regular watering during the establishment phase promotes strong root growth, and occasional trimming helps maintain its shape and encourage dense growth. Space plants about 1-1.5 metres apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.

At maturity, Corokia Geentys Green reaches a height and spread of approximately 1.5-2 metres, forming a dense, bushy shrub.

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Phormium Dark Delight is a striking variety of New Zealand Flax that features deep burgundy to almost black sword-shaped leaves, creating a dramatic and contemporary look.

Ideal for adding contrast and texture to garden beds, Phormium Dark Delight reaches a height and spread of approximately 1.5 metres, making it a suitable choice for both small and large spaces. Its robust and upright growth habit ensures it stands out in mixed borders, rockeries or as a standalone specimen.

This variety thrives in various conditions, from full sun to partial shade, and is adaptable to various soil types, provided they are well-drained. Phormium Dark Delight is notably hardy, tolerating coastal conditions, wind and even some drought, once established.

In addition to its ornamental value, Phormium Dark Delight is low maintenance, requiring minimal care beyond removal of old leaves to keep it looking tidy. It's an excellent choice for contemporary landscapes, coastal gardens or as a focal point in a variety of garden styles.

Phormium Emerald Green is a low-maintenance New Zealand flax that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It can be grown as an accent or container plant, as well as as a border or screen plant. It's common in tropical, architectrual and modern gardens. It can also be used as a specimen plant in a lawn, as well as in rock gardens and mixed borders. Phormium Emerald Green is a popular choice for adding texture, colour, and interest to any garden setting due to its striking foliage and adaptability. Emerald Green grows to a size of 0.6m x 0.6m. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.

Leptospermum scoparium, commonly known as Mānuka, is a beautiful evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. This hardy plant is celebrated for its profusion of small, star-shaped flowers that bloom from late spring to summer. The flowers can range in colour from white to pink to red, creating a striking display against the fine, aromatic green foliage. Mānuka is perfect for adding texture and colour to mixed borders, hedges, and native gardens.

Mānuka thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is adaptable to various soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, and is particularly well-suited to coastal conditions. This resilient shrub is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance. Regular watering during the establishment phase promotes strong root growth, and light pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages dense growth. Space plants about 1-1.5 metres apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.

At maturity, Leptospermum scoparium reaches a height of approximately 2-3 metres and a spread of about 1.5-2 metres, forming a dense, upright shrub. Its long-lasting flowers attract pollinators, adding ecological value to the garden.

Griselinia littoralis Broadway Mint is a robust, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, celebrated for its brilliant, slightly wavy foliage. Ideal for creating hedges, it can also be used in mass plantings for a dramatic effect or in mixed borders to add height and interest. Its lush, green leaves make it a standout, whether as a focal point or a complementary backdrop.

With its vibrant green foliage, Griselinia littoralis Broadway Mint adds a touch of freshness to both modern and traditional garden designs. This variety thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil, making it particularly hardy and capable of withstanding coastal conditions. It is a vigorous grower can reach heights of up to 4m. With regular trimming, it can be maintained at any desired height, making it an excellent choice for privacy screens or living walls.

Pittosporum Frankie's Folly is a compact variety of the native Kohuhu. It naturally grows into a rounded shape with a height and width of around 60cm. The leaves are glossy and lime green in colour, with a slightly wavy edge. This variety is hardy and low-maintenance, preferring well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is often used as a hedge or as a specimen plant in small gardens, where its attractive foliage provides year-round interest. Pittosporum Frankie's Folly is generally frost-tolerant and can also withstand coastal conditions.

Pittosporum Wrinkle Blue is a native shrub characterised by its attractive foliage, which is dark blue-green with a wrinkled appearance, giving the plant its unique name. An evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3m in height and width, it produces small, fragrant flowers in the spring. It is a hardy plant that can thrive in a range of soil types and can be grown in both full sun and partial shade.