Native Trees

Featuring the best native trees in New Zealand

The majority of New Zealand native trees are evergreen and belong to the southern conifer families Podocarpaceae and Araucariaceae. They make great additions to a garden and home as reliable options that will blend in seamlessly with the environment and surroundings. Native trees are an important part of a wider selection of high-quality trees that you will find on ArchiPro.

Popular native trees

There are a variety of different native trees, each with its unique features. You can buy native trees to spruce up your garden, add interest, provide shade and more. Some of the most common include:

Kauri

One of the largest and oldest native NZ trees, Kauri can live for over 2,000 years. They have a thick, spongy bark and large leaves that can reach up to 30cm in length.

Pohutukawa

Also known as the local Christmas tree, Pohutukawa is widely considered to be one of the country's most iconic trees. They have red flowers that bloom between December and January, earning them their nickname. Pohutukawa grows naturally along coastal cliff edges.

Rimu

A tall evergreen tree, Rimu can grow up to 40m in height. They have long, narrow leaves and reddish-brown bark. It’s popular among woodworkers. Rimu forests were once widespread throughout New Zealand but logging has meant that they are now much less common.

Totara

Another large tree species, the Totara tree can grow up to 50m in height. They have leathery leaves and dark bark that is rich in tannins (which makes them resistant to rot). The Totara tree was used extensively by Maori for carving and construction due to its strength and durability.

Kowhai

The Kowhai Tree is also known as Sophora Microphylla. Their speciality is in its bright and inventive yellow flowers which appear in the Spring season and look stunning.

The advantages of buying high-quality native trees

There are many benefits to planting native trees. They are all around adjusted to the nearby environment and soil. As a result, they require less fertiliser than exotic trees. Local trees also provide homes and food for our local birds, insects, and lizards. Planting a variety of local trees will create a more diverse and beautiful landscape. Buying trees from high-quality suppliers means you’ll get trees that have been well cared for which will be accompanied by great advice on how to keep them healthy from experts in the field.

How to choose the right native trees for you

While there are many different options to consider when looking for native trees in New Zealand, there are a few considerations before making a choice. First off, you need to be aware of the space you have available. Trees can grow to many different heights and have different spreads when mature, so make sure you look at trees suited to your available space. Finally, you also have to consider the climate and weather in your area to ensure you choose a species that will thrive. By choosing an experienced supplier, you’ll also get great advice on both selection and ongoing care of these trees.