The Plant Company grows and sells thousands of trees throughout NZ. We pride ourselves on producing high quality plants and seeing the joy from our customers when they receive them. We do hope you enjoy them and support this NZ business that is passionate about trees.
Agathis australis, commonly known as the Kauri Tree, is a stately, NZ native tree. The small leaves emerge lime green but quickly age to become a...
Beilschmiedia tarairi, commonly known as the Taraire tree, is a unique, NZ native tree. Its prominent feature are the masses of olive-like, purple...
Cordyline australis, commonly known as the Cabbage Tree, grows with a solitary trunk and hosts rosettes of long and lush, dark green leaves. The...
Corynocarpus laevigatus, commonly known as Karaka, is a handsome, NZ native tree that features large and glossy, green leaves. The lush foliage is...
Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow growing tree. The juvenile form has drooping branches which are...
Dacrycarpus dacrydioides (aka Podocarpus dacrydioides), commonly known as Kahikatea or White Pine, is a slow growing, NZ native tree capable of...
Acer palmatum dissectum Green Mist is an impressive, small, Japanese maple featuring a rich display of interestingly coloured, gently weeping...
Knightia excelsa, commonly known as Rewarewa, is an impressive NZ native tree featuring showy flowers and lush foliage. Unusual, yet attractive, dark...
Melicope ternata, commonly known as Wharangi, this is a small, NZ native tree grown for its lovely foliage. This evergreen bears glossy, lime-green...
Myoporum laetum, commonly known as Ngaio, is a NZ native tree grown for its lush foliage and showy flowers. It features large and fleshy, green...
Pittosporum eugenioides, commonly known as Lemonwood or Tarata, features green-yellow foliage which has a strong lemony smell when crushed. Large...
Pittosporum ralphii is a hardy, NZ native tree that features thick and leathery, light green leaves that have undersides densely clad with white...
Pittosporum tenuifolium, commonly known as Kohuhu Pittosporum or Black Matipo, is an evergreen, NZ native tree growing up to 10 m tall and 3 m wide...
Plagianthus regius, commonly known as Ribbonwood or Manatu, is a deciduous, NZ native tree which has both a juvenile and adult form. Juvenile plants...
Podocarpus totara, otherwise known as the Tōtara tree, is an iconic, NZ native tree featuring needle-like, green foliage. It grows with a broad and...
Podocarpus totara Aurea, commonly known as Golden Totara, features golden foliage, which is made up of short, needle-like leaves that are held...
Pseudopanax arboreus (aka Neopanax arboreus), commonly known as Five Finger or Whauwhaupaku, is a NZ native tree that features glossy, dark green...
Pseudopanax crassifolius, commonly known as Lancewood or Horoeka, is a NZ native tree with a distinctive juvenile stage whereby it produces lance...
Sophora microphylla features attractive fern-like foliage and a distinct juvenile stage. Young trees have tangled branches and may take up to 10...
Sophora tetraptera, commonly known as Large-Leafed Kowhai, is a NZ native tree with a slender and graceful growth habit. Trees carry fine, green...
Liriodendron tulipifera, commonly known as the American Tulip Tree or Liriodendron tree, is a large and stately tree favoured for its flowers and...
Acer Armstrong is a distinctive Maple grown for its narrow, upright growth habit and fabulous autumn colours. This fast-growing tree produces a...
Alectryon excelsus, commonly known as Titoki or NZ Oak, is a NZ native, evergreen tree growing to about 8 m tall and 3 m wide. It carries glossy...
Olearia traversii, commonly known as the Chatham Island Ake Ake, is a fast-growing, NZ native tree that grows to about 5 m tall and 4 m wide. The...
Trees are indispensable to our planet's health and well-being. Foremost, they play a crucial role in mitigating climate change. They act as carbon sinks, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it in their biomass. Forests are vital in regulating global temperatures, preventing extreme weather events, and safeguarding our climate for future generations.
Trees are also essential for maintaining ecological balance. They provide habitat for countless species, from insects to birds and mammals. Forests are biodiversity hotspots, teeming with life. Additionally, they help prevent soil erosion, purify water, and reduce air pollution. Their roots hold the soil in place, preventing landslides and preserving fertile land.
Trees are fundamental to enhancing our quality of life. They provide shade and help cool our urban environments. Studies have shown that spending time in nature, surrounded by trees, can reduce stress, improve mental health, and boost creativity.
The importance of trees cannot be overstated. They are essential for a healthy planet, thriving ecosystems, and human well-being. By planting and protecting trees, we invest in a sustainable future for ourselves and generations to come. It is imperative that we recognize the invaluable contributions of these natural giants and take action to conserve and expand our forest cover.
Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.