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Buy Forest Garden Plants & Trees

Discover our curated collection of perennial forest garden plants, shrubs, and trees, thoughtfully selected to enhance food production and support thriving ecosystems.

Available for pickup at Blockhill by arrangement.

Many of our offerings are provided as bare-root plants, freshly dug and available seasonally to ensure optimal transplanting success.

Apple - Black Prince Bare Root Tree

Apple - Black Prince Bare Root Tree

Details   Black Prince is a rare, late-season dessert apple, believed to be a sport or seedling of an older variety, possibly related to Reinette or Northern Spy, originating in England or North America in the 19th century. Known for its striking dark red to almost black skin and rich, complex flavour, it is a heritage variety prized by apple enthusiasts in New Zealand for fresh eating and culinary uses, particularly in baking and cider-making.
Height (m)   0.6
Edible  
Fruit / berries  
Rating  
Available     June   July   August   September  
Price   $49.00  each
Apple - Tydeman's Late Orange Bare Root Tree

Apple - Tydeman's Late Orange Bare Root Tree

Details  

A late-season dessert apple, a hybrid of Laxton's Superb and Cox's Orange Pippin, developed in 1930 by H.M. Tydeman at the East Malling Research Station in Kent, England. It received the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Merit in 1965 for its outstanding qualities.

Known for its rich, aromatic flavour, this variety is a favourite among apple enthusiasts, particularly for fresh eating, though it also suits baking and cider-making.

Height (m)   0.6
Edible  
Fruit / berries  
Rating  
Available     June   July   August   September  
Price   $49.00  each
Five finger tree bare root

Five finger tree bare root

Botanical name   Pseudopanax arboreus
Details  

This fast-growing, shrub or small tree features glossy, palmate leaves with five to seven leaflets, creating a lush, tropical look. In winter, it produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers, followed by purple-black berries that attract native birds like tūī and kererū. Hardy and adaptable, Five Finger thrives in full sun to partial shade and suits various soils, making it ideal for revegetation, screening, or as a feature plant. Perfect for eco-conscious gardeners, these bare root seedlings are sustainably grown in our forest garden.

  • Height at Maturity: 5-8 meters

  • Spread: 3-5 meters

  • Conditions: Full sun to part shade, well-drained soil

  • Uses: Native gardens, privacy screens, wildlife habitat, chop and drop biomass

  • Care: Water regularly during establishment; minimal maintenance once established

Height (m)   0.3
Evergreen  
NZ Native  
Price   $9.00  each
Price for 2 or more   $7.00  each if you buy 2 or more
Price for 4 or more   $6.00  each if you buy 4 or more
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Hazelnut Seedling Bare Root Tree

Hazelnut Seedling Bare Root Tree

Botanical name   Corylus avellana
Details   Grown from seeds, resulting in genetically diverse trees with variable nut characteristics. Popular in New Zealand for small-scale orchards, permaculture, or home gardens, they are valued for their adaptability, resilience, and potential to produce unique nut flavours.

While less predictable than named varieties like 'Whiteheart' or 'Barcelona', seedling hazelnuts are cost-effective and suited for experimentation in diverse climates.
Height (m)   0.4
Edible  
Seeds / nuts / tubers  
Rating  
Available     June   July   August   September  
Price   $12.00  each
Price for 2 or more   $10.00  each if you buy 2 or more
Price for 4 or more   $9.00  each if you buy 4 or more
Karamu tree bare root

Karamu tree bare root

Botanical name   Coprosma robusta
Details  

A fast-growing perfect for hedging, shelter, or revegetation projects, it has glossy, dark green leaves and vibrant orange-red berries that attract native birds like tui and bellbirds. Thriving in coastal and lowland environments, it tolerates wind, frost, and varied soils. Ideal for creating dense privacy screens or supporting local wildlife.

Height (m)   0.3
Evergreen  
Fruit / berries  
NZ Native  
Price   $9.00  each
Price for 2 or more   $7.00  each if you buy 2 or more
Price for 4 or more   $6.00  each if you buy 4 or more
Watch Out of stock
Sweet Chestnut Seedling Tree

Sweet Chestnut Seedling Tree

Botanical name   Castanea sativa
Details   Also known as the Spanish chestnut or European chestnut. Grown from locally sourced seed.

For best pollination more than one tree are required.
Height (m)   0.25
Flowers   White
Edible  
Seeds / nuts / tubers  
Available     June   July   August   September  
Price   $19.00  each
Tagasaste / tree lucerne bare root

Tagasaste / tree lucerne bare root

Botanical name   Chamaecytisus palmensis
Details  

Perfect for permaculture and agroforestry. These hardy shrubs reach up to 7m, offering bee-attracting flowers in late winter to spring. Ideal for erosion control, windbreaks, stock fodder, and soil improvement.

Plant in well-drained soil; protect young seedlings from frost.

Height (m)   0.3
Flowers   White
Evergreen  
NZ Native  
Nitrogen fixer  
Frost sensitive  
Price   $7.00  each
Price for 2 or more   $6.00  each if you buy 2 or more
Price for 4 or more   $5.00  each if you buy 4 or more
Wind grass bare root plants

Wind grass bare root plants

Botanical name   Anemanthele lessoniana
Details  

This perennial grass forms graceful, arching clumps of glossy green foliage that transforms into stunning copper, bronze, and orange hues in autumn. Its airy, red-tinged flower stems sway beautifully in the breeze, adding movement and texture.

Growing to 1m x 1m, this hardy grass thrives in sun or shade and tolerates moist or dry soils. Perfect for borders, mass plantings, or erosion control on slopes. Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established.

Height (m)   0.2
Evergreen  
NZ Native  
Price   $5.00  each
Price for 2 or more   $4.00  each if you buy 2 or more
Price for 4 or more   $3.50  each if you buy 4 or more