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Aciphylla dieffenbachii
Spear Grass
This one is less fierce with softer foliage & smaller size. Needs deep moist soils. Sun or shade.
Height 1m x Width 1m
Full sun Frost hardy Normal soil moisture conditions Wind tolerent - non coastal - symbol key

Aciphylla squarrosa
Spear Grass
Spiky plant with very attractive shape & form. Flower spikes in summer. Brown narrow leaves. Great to deter burglars
Height 1m x Width 1m
Full sun Frost hardy Normal soil moisture conditions Wind tolerent - non coastal - symbol key

Astelia banksii
Shore Astelia
A largely coastal astelia with drooping narrow silvery leaves and pink fruits. Will tolerate very dry conditions. Use under trees.
Height 1m x Width 1m
Full sun Filtered sun Frost tolerant Dry & free draining soil Normal soil moisture conditions Wind tolerent - non coastal Tolerates coastal exposure - symbol key

Austrofestuca littoralis
Sand Tussock
This sand binding tussock from the fore dunes is very useful for restoration work and for dry, exposed ground. Forms a golden compact clump. Self seeds readily. Short lived.
Height 60cm x Width 30cm
Full sun Frost tolerant Dry & free draining soil Wind tolerent - non coastal Tolerates coastal exposure - symbol key

Chionochloa conspicua
Snow Grass
A large tawny-green tussock. Flower stems are very open and are held well above the leaves. Use for floral & dried flower arrangements. Prefers moist soils.
Height 1m
Full sun Filtered sun Frost hardy Dry & free draining soil Normal soil moisture conditions Wind tolerent - non coastal - symbol key

Coprosma acerosa
Sand Coprosma
A varied plant with quite distinct differences from one part of New Zealand to another. The selection we grow has golden stems, dark green leaves and is very compact. Excellent for hanging over banks and walls and for open areas where a tough plant is required. Tolerates dry, hot and sandy conditions.
Height 30cm x Width 1m
Full sun Frost hardy Dry & free draining soil Tolerates coastal exposure - symbol key

Euphorbia glauca
Shore Spurge
Coastal plant with soft blue-green foliage. Tolerates dry, difficult conditions. Has a slightly creeping habit with new stems coming up from underground rhizomes to form a clump. Hardy inland.
Height 60cm
Full sun Filtered sun Prefers warmth and frost free Normal soil moisture conditions Wind tolerent - non coastal Tolerates coastal exposure - symbol key

Euphorbia glauca
Shore Spurge
Small coastal plant with soft blue/grey leaves. Tolerates very hot dry conditions & hardy inland.

Full sun Frost tolerant Dry & free draining soil Wind tolerent - non coastal Tolerates coastal exposure - symbol key

Gaultheria antipoda
Snowberry
Small open shrub which is attractive for the red, white or pink berries which cover the plant in autumn. Requires moist well drained soil.
Height 50cm
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Juncus maritimus (krausii)
Sea Rush
Dark green fine leaved rush suitable for damp & wet places. Suitable for coastal wetlands.
Height 50cm x Width 1m
Full sun Wet, poor draining soil Wind tolerent - non coastal Tolerates coastal exposure - symbol key


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