How do I plan a native garden NZ?

Place your plants in groups with a spacing between the larger trees of 2.5 metres – 3 metres, and between the small trees, shrubs and herbs of 1.5 metres – 2 metres. The final plan should show the name and location of each plant. This will help you to place your plants at planting time.

How do you layer a native garden?

Wherever the stems touch the ground they take root. This behaviour is known as layering.” To create a new plant from the Conostylis, simply find a shoot that has good root development. Break the shoot off from the parent plant and put it into a pot.

What plants are native to NZ?

Native plants

• Beech forest. New Zealand’s beech forests are made up of five species of southern beech.
• Cabbage tree/tī kōuka.
• Chatham Island Christmas tree/rautini.
• Chatham Island forget-me-not.
• Chatham Islands plants.
• Coastal cress.
• Dactylanthus.
• New Zealand ferns.

How many native plants are in New Zealand?

There are 2,500 native plant types, including flowering plants, ferns and conifers. There are also 5,800 types of fungi (such as mushrooms). The mountains are home to tussocks, daisies, and shrubs with bright berries.

What is the best fertilizer for native plants?

The truth is natives don’t like manufactured or chemical based fertilisers that are high in phosphorous. But they do like to be fed, ideally in spring and autumn, either with a specifically designed Australian native plant food or an organic based fertiliser such as blood and bone or pelletised chicken manure.

How far apart should you plant native plants?

Aim for a natural look that mimics nature – not formal landscaping! Plant colonising shrubs 1m apart so that they can suppress weeds quickly by shading them out. Competition from weeds is one of the biggest obstacles to successful restoration planting in Auckland’s mild climate.

How do you prepare soil for a native garden?

Clay soils – dig in compost or manure and add gypsum to make the soil more friable. Raising the soil level slightly will also assist drainage. Often the soil level only needs to be raised by about 30 cm. Sandy soils – dig in organic matter and keep well mulched.

How do you prepare a native garden?

For local indigenous plants Simply get rid of any weeds, loosen the soil and perhaps adding a very small amount of native-friendly (low in phosphorus) organic fertiliser.

What is the largest native tree in NZ?

kahikatea tree
Don’t cross the swingbridge but continue upstream for 10 minutes beyond the bridge to the kahikatea tree with its distinctive buttressed trunk. At 66.5 m, this is the tallest recorded native tree in New Zealand.

What is the most common tree in New Zealand?

Kāmahi
Kāmahi is probably New Zealand’s most common tree.

Is Seasol OK for native plants?

Yes, because Seasol is virtually phosphorous-free it is safe to use on phosphorous sensitive native plants. You can use it on every type of plant in the garden.

Is blood and bone OK for native plants?

Great for all plants, including natives. No added urea. Blood & bone is one of the favourite fertilisers used by organic growers. Nitrogen is one of the three macronutrients (Phosphorus and Potassium are the other two) and is essential for vigorous growth.

Are there any native plant ideas in New Zealand?

The Garden of Native Plant Ideas was put together by landscapers from the Auckland Botanic Gardens. It showcased the tarnished beauty of rust in the form of a water feature and wheelbarrow seat, then the theme was carried through with earthy-toned walls.

Can you design a Garden in New Zealand?

A native NZ garden design means you can step out into your backyard and enjoy your morning coffee, brunch or BBQ dinner with a lush, green backdrop – without having to spend hours on presentation beforehand. Keen to get designing, but not sure where to start?

How to plan and plant a native garden?

Choose an area of your garden where native plants can grow to full height without blocking long term sun or views, or interfering with power lines, driveways, etc. Draw a plan of the area you want to plant showing existing trees, paths, underground services, overhead power lines, etc.

How to create a sanctuary with native plants?

The right combination of plants not only gives your garden an authentic New Zealand ambience, it will also attract native wildlife as well. Zones native plants expert Tracey Barker has some great advice for those wanting to inject a slice of pure Aotearoa into their garden.