For drama, toughness and versatility, you can't beat these Kiwi all-star plants

We’re incredibly lucky to have a wide range of beautiful New Zealand native plants in this stunning country of ours. Due to our unique eco-system, they’re often the most sustainable solution for your

For drama, toughness and versatility, you can't beat these Kiwi all-star plants

We’re incredibly lucky to have a wide range of beautiful New Zealand native plants in this stunning country of ours. Due to our unique eco-system, they’re often the most sustainable solution for your

The blaze of yellow kowhai crowning the New Zealand forest is a sure sign of spring. The leaves, flower buds and open flowers are important food sources for native birds, and the flowers are also sources of nectar for honeyh eaters, and it is these birds, not bees, that are the tree's pollinators. Kowhai are small, woody legume trees in the genus Sophora native to New Zealand. There are eight species, S. microphylla being the most common. Kowhai trees grow throughout the country and are a common feature in New Zealand gardens. Most species of Kowhai grow to around 8 m high and have fairly smooth bark with small leaves. The very distinctive, almost segmented pods, which appear after flowering each contain six or more smooth, hard, yellow seeds. These seeds can be very numerous and the presence of many hundreds of these distinctively yellow seeds on the ground quickly identifies the presence of a nearby Kowhai tree. Many Kowhai trees lose most of their leaves immediately after flowering but quickly produce new leaves. Sophora is one of the four genera of native legumes in New Zealand; the other three are Carmichaelia, Clianthus, and Montigena. Flowering of Kowhai is staggered, from July through to November, meaning each tree will get attention from birds. The Māori uses for Kowhai: All parts of kowhai tree were used as traditional medicine. There are toxic alkoloids in the tree so careful preparation of the medicine must be observed and normal experiments are not recommended. Infused bark is drunk for internal ailment and treating cuts, bruises and swelling. Colds and sore throats were also cured by drinking the infused bark solution. Boiled and crushed bark is useful for sprains, alleviating broken limbs, bruises, infected skin, wounds and skin diseases. Photographed at Zealandia, Karori Sanctuary.

For drama, toughness and versatility, you can't beat these Kiwi all-star plants

flowers of a native kowhai tree (Sophora species, Leguminosae, Fabaceae) planted outside the entrance to the visitors' center, Te Haruhi Bay, Shakespear Regional Park, Auckland, New Zealand

doodlewear 'NZ Native Flora' (2020) art print premium 100% cotton canvas tote bags by New Zealand Illustrative Artist Lesh Creates. These high-quality tote bags feature an art print collection of illustrations with some of New Zealand's native flora, all labelled. This is contemporary with a retro vibe artwork that was painted using acrylic paint and an Indian ink pen.  This artwork includes Hectors Daisy, Lancewood, Moutain Horopito, kirks Broom, Kakabeak, Rimu flowers, manuka, mamaku black tree fern, kawakawa, tawa tree, hibiscus, cabbage tree flowers, Marlborough rock daisy, karamu, ponga, Nikau, karo flower, Totara, kauri, kumarahou, Pohutakawa, Rewarewa, Akeake, Houhere, Harekeke. "I really like bush walks and get inspired by what I see." Artwork tote bag size: 42 x 42cm. Gusset width: 9.5cm These tote bags are made from premium 100% cotton canvas, Heavy weight 320 GSM with a durable, plain weave. Our high-quality designer tote bags have one large main compartment as well as reinforced shoulder straps. These cool tote bags are manufactured internationally by the well-known New Zealand brand AS Colour. Each of these high-quality artist tote bags is lovingly printed in New Zealand on demand just for you. The art print appears just on the front of the tote bag. Reusable and washable tote bags. CLICK HERE for information on product care, art print reproduction, shipping and doodlewear terms & conditions.

This beautiful doormat designed in NZ by Tanya Wolfkamp features stylised Pohutukawa and Kowhai native flowers to joyfully welcome guests to your home. Made from heavy duty natural coconut fibre with an anti-slip rubber backing. Recommended for use in a sheltered entrance. Vacuum or shake out to clean. Doormat size 75cm x 45cm x 2.3cm.

Native New Zealand Kowhai flower There are 4 size options: A4: 21 x 29.7 cm ~ 8.3 x 11.7 inches A3: 29.7 x 42 cm ~ 11.7 x 16.5 inches A2: 42 x 59.4 cm ~ 16.5 x 23.4 inches A1: 59.4 x 84.1 cm ~ 23.4 x 33.1 inches I have chosen Epson, archival matte paper and inks for their brilliant colour and detail. The print has my signature on the front and my full name on the back. It is carefully sealed in a stiff cardboard envelope or tube. All my images are copyright Ellen Giggenbach. My passion is to create images that are unique and joyful with a big splash of colour! thank you for visiting! Ellen

I’m a true believer in kawakawa now! I’ve enjoyed the heart-shaped leaves and peppery fragrance of this native NZ plant (Macropiper excelsum) since I was introduced to it and its healin…

Leptospermum scoparium New Zealand Tea Tree There are many varieties you’re likely to come across for this plant depending on size, growth habit, and flower color. Obviously a native of New …

After a serious flirtation with rhododendrons and camellias I am back on track. 2005 is going to be the Year of the New Zealand Native. No more pulling out Pittosporum seedlings or ignoring sale-price Hebes...

Here are 5 white native flowers in New Zealand. These are some common native white flowers that you'll see in the wilds of New Zealand.

There are many benefits to planting NZ natives into your garden including preserving native species, attracting birds to your garden and reducing the amount of care and water your garden needs. &

There are two types of people in this world: those who enjoy large tattoos and those who like small and delicate tattoos. Here is a list of small tattoos to.

Native Toetoe grass flower fronds (Cortaderia sp.). Toi-toi. Toitoi, New Zealand (NZ).

Native NZ Bird illustrated A4 print. Featuring Kereru, Kakaruwai (Black Robin), Piwakawaka, Tui, Toutouwai (NZ Robin), Ruru, Pukeko and Miromiro (Tomtit) FOLLOW ME ON: INSTAGRAM: TuiOrNotTui FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/TuiOrNotTui/ Thank you

For awhile I had a New Zealand Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium) growing in a large pot in my back yard. Several varieties of this species can be found in the nursery trade. This dark red variety is my favorite, and it is quite popular in California. Later on, when I visited New Zealand, I was able to actually walk through a forest of wild tea trees, which the New Zealanders call "manuka" trees. But all of them, even the ones in cultivation, had white or pale pink flowers.

Native Flowers of New Zealand by W. Huddlestone Wall Print - Ready To Hang - 3 Sizes An arrangement of a variety of native flowers, in a wooden bowl with Maori carvings. The flowers include pohutukawa, clematis, kowhai, kakabeak, hebes and daisies.  Originally a painting by W. Huddlestone and published as supplement to the Christmas number of The New Zealand Graphic, 20 December 1899 The Medum and Large versions are  polyester canvas prints which is archival quality and won't fade in the sun. The Small is a 200g coated paper print and is archival quality.  Available in Medium or Large Small Dimensions: 300mm Wide Medium Dimensions: 600mm Wide Large Dimensions: 800mm wide. The print comes ready to hang. It features wooden batons on the top and bottom and is hung a hemp twine. The chart comes packaged in a sturdy cardboard tube. Made in New Zealand

Easy to grow climbing vine that looks fantastic when in full bloom. Medium sized white flowers in spring.