10 fantastic fast growing evergreen trees for gardens in New Zealand

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15 February 2024

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11 min read

The Magnolia Grandiflora 'Blanchard'.
The Magnolia Grandiflora 'Blanchard'.
Gardening is often thought of as a leisurely, recreational pursuit that requires time, care, knowledge and a little bit of luck. While this is largely true, there are times in the garden when you need things to happen quickly. One of the solutions to this are fast growing evergreen trees, and we're lucky enough to have some great options that will get you results sooner rather than later.
Ficus Tuffi is often used as a pleached screen hedge in New Zealand gardens.
The Prunus Lusitanica, or Portugal Laurel, is a versatile evergreen tree known for its glossy green leathery foliage.
The Pittosporum Crassifolium ‘Green Lustre’ hedge is a coastal tolerant native.
The Magnolia Grandiflora 'Blanchard' features unique dark green leafs with a strong russet underside, providing a great point of difference for a garden.
The Thuja Plicata Western Red Cedar has a pleasing aroma, touching all the senses.
The Kunzea Ericoides Kanuka is a beautiful evergreen with lovely showy-white flowers in the spring.
The Griselinia 'Ardmore Emerald' is a much-loved New Zealand native hedge.
The hardy Cedrus Deodara, or Himalayan Cedar is frost and drought tolerant and can grow to majestic heights.
The iconic New Zealand Cabbage Tree is found right throughout the country.
The fast-growing Green Leylandii is one of the best choices in New Zealand for a screen, backdrop or shelter for your property.