Looking to enhance your outdoor space with beautiful, thriving plants? Outdoor plants bring life, color, and texture to gardens, patios, and landscapes. Whether you want low-maintenance shrubs, flowering plants, native New Zealand species, or edible garden plants, there’s a perfect outdoor plant for every space.

From drought-resistant plants for low-water gardens to lush greenery for shaded areas, find high-quality outdoor plants suited for New Zealand’s climate.

Best Outdoor Plants for Gardens & Landscapes

1. Flowering Plants – Add Vibrant Color to Your Garden

🌺 Roses – Classic and fragrant, perfect for garden beds.
🌼 Hydrangeas – Large, colorful blooms ideal for borders and hedging.
🌸 Lavender – Beautiful and aromatic, attracts bees and butterflies.
🌿 Camellias – Evergreen shrubs with stunning winter flowers.

2. Native New Zealand Plants – Hardy & Sustainable Choices

🌱 Flax (Harakeke) – Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.
🌳 Kowhai – Bright yellow flowers that attract native birds.
🌿 Manuka & Kanuka – Great for pollinators and honey production.
🍃 Hebe – Compact shrubs with beautiful purple and white flowers.

3. Shrubs & Hedges – Perfect for Privacy & Landscaping

🌳 Buxus (Boxwood) – Great for formal hedging.
🌿 Pittosporum – Fast-growing and ideal for screening.
🌿 Griselinia – Evergreen with glossy green foliage, perfect for wind protection.
🌱 Corokia – Native shrub with silver-green leaves, excellent for coastal gardens.

4. Drought-Tolerant & Low-Maintenance Outdoor Plants

🌵 Succulents & Agaves – Water-wise and striking in rock gardens.
🌾 Ornamental Grasses (Toetoe, Lomandra, Carex) – Perfect for movement and texture.
🌿 Yucca & Phormium – Hardy structural plants for modern landscapes.
🌱 Euphorbia – Low-maintenance and provides unique foliage.

5. Edible Outdoor Plants – Grow Your Own Food

🍋 Citrus Trees (Lemon, Lime, Orange) – Perfect for backyard fruit production.
🍓 Strawberries & Blueberries – Delicious and easy to grow.
🍅 Tomatoes & Peppers – Great for summer vegetable gardens.
🌿 Herbs (Rosemary, Thyme, Basil) – Essential for kitchen gardens.

Why Grow Outdoor Plants?

✅ Enhance Garden Beauty & Design

Flowers, shrubs, and trees create a visually appealing landscape.

✅ Attract Bees, Birds & Butterflies

Native plants and flowering species support pollinators.

✅ Provide Shade & Wind Protection

Tall trees and hedges offer natural barriers for privacy.

✅ Improve Property Value & Outdoor Enjoyment

Well-maintained gardens boost curb appeal and outdoor living spaces.

✅ Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Gardening

Choose drought-tolerant and native species for a low-maintenance garden.

How to Care for Outdoor Plants?

1. Choose the Right Plants for Your Climate

Coastal gardens: Opt for salt-tolerant shrubs and grasses.
Dry areas: Use succulents, flax, and drought-tolerant perennials.
Shady spaces: Grow ferns, hostas, and hydrangeas.

2. Watering & Drainage Tips

Water deeply but infrequently to promote strong root growth.
Use mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds.
Ensure well-draining soil to prevent root rot.

3. Fertilizing & Soil Care

Feed flowering plants and vegetables regularly for best growth.
Use compost and organic matter to enrich soil quality.
Test soil pH for optimal plant health.

4. Pruning & Maintenance

Trim hedges and shrubs to maintain shape and encourage growth.
Remove dead or diseased leaves and branches to keep plants healthy.
Control weeds to prevent competition for nutrients.

Customer Reviews

⭐ "I found the perfect outdoor plants for my garden! The native selections are thriving, and my citrus trees are already producing fruit." – Olivia, Auckland

⭐ "Great variety of drought-tolerant plants. My garden looks amazing with succulents and ornamental grasses!" – Ethan, Christchurch

⭐ "The hedging plants I bought created a beautiful privacy screen in my backyard. Highly recommend!" – Chloe, Wellington

Where to Buy Outdoor Plants in New Zealand?

🌿 Find the best outdoor plants at local nurseries, garden centers, and online plant stores in NZ.

📍 Visit a store near you or shop online for delivery options.