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LIBERTIA TAUPO BLAZE - an exclusive new release

World First, New Zealand Native hybrid plant hits Garden Centres, Spring 2005

NEW RELEASE - Euphorbia Tui

Bred in the UK, this plant is truly a garden revelation! The second of several new releases to reach our shores, watch out for this stunning new Euphorbia in your local Garden Centre.

GARDENING SOLUTIONZ - Nursery of the Year Finalist 2007

Gardening Solutionz - A finalist in a number of Nursery And Garden Industry Association Awards 2007.

GARDENING SOLUTIONZ & NZ GARDENER 2007 Gardener of the Year

Gardening Solutionz is a proud sponsor of the NZ Gardener 2007 search for the nation's keenest pair of green fingers. From Northland to Southland, NZ Gardener is on the hunt for New Zealand's most passionate gardener.

THE PRESS - PLANT OF THE MONTH - AUGUST 2007

An oldie but goodie is experiencing a revival all around the word. Viburnum Tinus is a reliable and well loved foliage plant with an abundance of good qualities.

$ in the Pot Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions for the $ in the Pot promotion.

YOUR CHANCE TO WIN

It's here! Here now at selected Garden Centres is your chance to find $ in the pot. Simply purchase a specially marked Euphorbia Kea or Euphorbia Tui from Gardening Solutionz and be in to win one of 80 Gardening Solutionz or Tui Product Gift Vouchers hidden inside.

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THE PRESS - PLANT OF THE MONTH - SEPTEMBER - LAVENDER PUKEHOU

Lavender Pukehou - a lasting favourite

GRASSES AND MORE ......

You don't mow this stuff - just sit back and watch it grow instead! Native grasses, Libertias and Astelias have become increasingly popular with councils, commercial landscapers and are gaining superiority in household gardens. Typically New Zealand native gardens are full of contrast and colour with grasses providing flamboyant foliage and effect.

CHRISTCHURCH HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY GET GROWING EXPO - WE WERE THERE!

On Saturday 29th September, Canterbury Horticultural Society held its GET GROWING EXPO. This family event made it easy to have a go, with experts on hand to show you how.

THE PRESS - PLANT OF THE MONTH - JULY

Hardy, sculptural specimen - Coprosma Lobster

THE PRESS - PLANT OF THE MONTH - OCTOBER - LITHOSPERMUM GRACE WARD

Graceful Spread Of Blue - Lithospermum Grace Ward

THE PRESS - PLANT OF THE MONTH - NOVEMBER - SEDUM PURPLE EMPEROR

Sedum Purple Emperor, from Sussex in England is a great garden plant with its vibrant dark plum purple, almost black foliage which intensifies over the summer months and produces ruby coloured flowers.

ENVIRO-MARK NZ - WE HAVE PLATINUM LEVEL ! NOVEMBER 2007

Gardening Solutionz and environmental sustainability - Gardening Solutionz recognizes that environmental responsibility and accountability is the future and wanted to contribute. This process has been to successfully achieve Enviro-Mark NZ Platinum standard.

THE PRESS - PLANT OF THE MONTH - DECEMBER - BRUNNERA 'JACK FROST'

 

NZ GARDENER MAGAZINE - BRUNNERA 'JACK FROST'

This stunning new perennial in the Gardening Solutionz range has green foliage overlaid with a speckled, deeply veined frost.

CONGRATULATIONS TO TREVOR BENNETT - NEW ZEALAND GARDENER OF THE YEAR

Congratulations to Trevor Bennett who is the winner of New Zealand Gardeners 2007 Gardener Of The Year award.

COTINUS 'ROYAL PURPLE' - JANUARY PLANT OF THE MONTH - NZ GARDENER

 

COTINUS 'ROYAL PURPLE' -JANUARY PLANT OF THE MONTH - THE PRESS

Cotinus 'Royal Purple' or commonly known as the smoke bush, has an enchanting fairytale look with its dark purple foliage which in mid summer sees a display of pinky mauve flowers at the foliage tips that resemble a smoke haze.

CORDYLINE PEKO - FEBUARY 2008 NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH

Cordyline Peko - this structural plant from Gardening Solutionz provides year round interest with its striking green sword like leaves with a dash of pinky-red at the base of each leaf.

ROSEMARY TUSCAN BLUE - FEBRUARY 2008 PLANT OF THE MONTH - THE PRESS

Fragrant rosemary has been valued since anicent times for its medicinal and culinary virtues.

NEW RELEASE - PHORMIUM SWEET MIST

A new must have - Phormium 'Sweet Mist' grown by Gardening Solutionz is the first of three new releases under the Foliage First plant range

ASTELIA 'WESTLAND' - A NEW RELEASE

New to Gardening Solutionz - Astelia 'Westland' is a hardy, evergreen Astelia with stunning, stiffly arched, reddish bronze leaves which has all year round appeal.

PHORMIUMS, FLAXES, COOKIANUM OR TENAX?

Slightly confused? Allow us to simplify the matter for you. Phormiums are otherwise known as the New Zealand flax, of which there are two species - Tenax (stiff upright leaves) and Cookianum (soft flowing leaves).

CAT SNAPPED

From pedigree pets to much loved moggies - the New Zealand Gardener mailbox was inundated with entries for the cat bowl for charity competition last month.

COPROSMA 'AUTUMN HAZE' - NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH - APRIL 2008

New to Gardening Solutionz!

4 NEW RELEASES FOR GARDENING SOLUTIONZ

With Autumn well on its way, we are pleased to announce 4 new releases in our range:

LOROPETALUM CHINA PINK - APRIL PLANT OF THE MONTH - THE PRESS

This garden joy may be hard to say ("lor - o - peta - lum"), but it is certainly a delight to grow.

PRETTY IN PINK

Looking for something different in your garden? Try Gardening Solutionz new release - Loropetalum 'China Pink'.

NEW PLANTS PAGE - MAY NZ GARDENER MAGAZINE

Loropetalum 'China Pink' is the Gardening Solutionz plant of the month pick for NZ Gardener Magazine May 2008.

PHORMIUM BLACK RAGE - JUNE 2008 NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH

This stunning, evergreen native flax was selected by Gardening Solutionz for its ebony weeping black foliage.

NANDINA FIREPOWER - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH MAY 2008

Fiery cheer through winter!

NANDINA FIREPOWER - THE STAR - MAY 2008

Fiery cheer through winter look no further than Nandina Firepower. As the grey skies and colder weather approach, this is one plant that is sure to light up the garden.

COPROSMA AUTUMN HAZE - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH JUNE 2008

While the Chatham Islands emerged above sea level a long time ago, a far more recent emergence from the islands is now available.

COROKIA 'FROSTED CHOCOLATE' - NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH JULY 2008

A fashionable border and hedge plant.

HALF HARDY, HARDY OR JUST TENDER?

That's right, it's that time of year again where the winter chills are upon us and the first of the winter frosts have hit. A saving grace in your garden, may well be the knowledge of the tolerance of your plants.

COROKIA 'FROSTED CHOCOLATE' - THE PRESS - PLANT OF THE MONTH JULY 2008

As much as you might wish, it's not a hot chocolate with a jaffa, but Corokia Frosted Chocolate's brown leaves and red berries

MUCH NEEDED WINTER COLOUR

Looking for a hardy plant to brighten up your garden over the winter? It's hard to go past an old favourite called Erica.

HEBE 'EMERALD GEM' - NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH, AUGUST 2008

This compact evergreen hebe from Gardening Solutionz forms a natural ball shape.

WE ARE FINALISTS IN THE CHAMPION CANTERBURY 2008 AWARDS!

The Champion Canterbury Awards in association with The Press celebrate success and recognise those small, medium and large enterprises who contribute to the vitality of the region.

THE PRESS - PLANT OF THE MONTH - AUGUST 2008 - HEBE 'EMERALD GEM'

Hebe Emerald Gem is one tough little number and it appears time and time again in landscape plans as a proven winner. With more species than any other genus of New Zealand plants, hebes are known for their adaptable and uncomplaining nature.

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NZ Gardener Advert

Libertia Taupo Blaze advertised in the NZ Gardener

NZ Gardener advert

copy of the advert that went into the NZ Gardener September 2008

OUR NEW AD DESIGN

Take a look at our new ad design in NZ Gardener September 2008 issue!

LIBERTIA TAUPO BLAZE - NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH SEPTEMBER 2008

Libertia Taupo Blaze - the perfect Structured Solutionz

LAVENDER STOECHAS MAJOR - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH SEPTEMBER 2008

Grab yourself a handful of Lavender, spring is in the air. A must have to celebrate the approaching warmer months and a star performer in the Lavender family is Lavandula stoechas Major.

LAVENDER BEE BRILLIANT - PLANT OF THE MONTH - NZ GARDENER OCTOBER 2008

This stunning perfumed lavender from Gardening Solutionz has masses of deep purple blooms topped with dark purple wings.

COLEONEMA SUNSET GOLD - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH - OCTOBER 2008

At one time Coleonema Sunset Gold was New Zealand's Shrub of the Year!

ELLERSLIE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER SHOW COMES TO CHRISTCHRURCH

The Ellerslie International Flower Show is an internationally recognised brand, drawing a global audience of thousands to Christchurch for a five-day annual gardening and lifestyle extravaganza in March 2009.

THE GREAT NEW ZEALAND GROW OFF

Tui has launched The Great New Zealand Grow Off to try and motivate and encourage New Zealanders into vegetable gardening.

CHOISYA TERNATA - OTAGO DAILY TIMES PLANT OF THE MONTH- NOVEMBER 2008

For fragrant foliage and fabulous flowers look no further than Choisya Ternata, more commonly known as Mexican Orange Blossom.

COPROSMA KARO RED - NEW ZEALAND GARDENER - PLANT OF THE MONTH NOVEMBER 2008

This outstanding evergreen from Gardening Solutionz has truly dramatic foliage.

COPROSMA KARO RED - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH - NOVEMBER 2008

For fanciful foliage, look no further than Coprosma Karo Red. A relatively recent introduction, hailing from one of the largest plant genus in New Zealand, Coprosma Karo Red will add a splash of colour year round.

DAHLIA 'MYSTIC DESIRE' - NEW ZEALAND GARDENER - PLANT OF THE MONTH - DECEMBER 2008

New to Gardening Solutionz, this fashionable mahogany black-foliaged dahlia with bold scarlet flowers will add impact to any garden.

DAHLIA MYSTIC SERIES - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH - DECEMBER 2008

Black Is In! Bred by New Zealand's own Dr Keith Hammett, four recent arrivals on the garden scene are proving to be winners.

TRACHELOSPERMUM JASMINOIDES - OTAGO DAILY TIMES PLANT OF THE MONTH - DECEMBER 2008

For a flowering vine look no further than Trachelospermum Jaminoides or more commonly known as Star Jasmine.

GAURA PASSIONATE BLUSH - NEW ZEALAND GARDENER - PLANT OF THE MONTH - JANUARY 2009

New to Gardening Solutionz, this stunning Gaura has blush burgundy foliage and produces a mass of pastel pink blooms through spring and summer.

GOT A HOT 'N' DRY SPOT IN YOUR GARDEN?

Maybe your irrigation doesn't reach an isolated spot in your garden, you have an area that is exposed to extreme temperatures or simply by choice you want to conserve water, after all it is a precious resource.

GAURA BRIGHTENS A COTTAGE GARDEN

Those wanting a point of difference in the perennial border need look no further than Gardening Solutionz's recently released Gaura Passionate Blush.

VIBURNUM DAVIDII - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH - MARCH 2009

Although commonly misspelt, Viburnum davidii is not misplaced in todays garden. An early 1900's introduction from China, discovered by the great plant hunter Ernest Wilson, it has proved the test of time.

ELLERSLIE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER SHOW 2009 - WE WERE THERE!

Wow what a show! In the lead up to the show our planting went to plan under the guidance of our Auckland designer, Lynn Cairney.

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LOPHOMYRTUS RED DRAGON - NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH APRIL 2009

This hardy evergreen native from Gardening Solutionz has distinct burgundy foliage that intensifies to almost black during winter.

ASTELIA SILVER SPEAR - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH APRIL 2009

In a class of its own with its silvery, sword-like leaves, Astelia 'Silver Spear' is a wonderful addition to any garden.

GRISELINIA 'BROADWAY MINT' - NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH - MAY 2009

This broadleaf native evergreen from Gardening Solutionz is ideal for gardens that need a screen, private area, wind protection or just an attractive specimen plant with glossy deep green leaves.

GRISELINIA 'BROADWAY MINT' - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH - MAY 2009

With autumn well and truly knocking the leaves off the trees, Griselinia littoralis 'Broadway Mint' from Gardening Solutionz is one that will remain intact.

SOPHORA MICROPHYLLA 'KOWHAI' - NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH - JUNE 2009

This hardy evergreen from Gardening Solutionz, the gorgeous Kowhai, has a most unique habit, making its dense foliage particularly attractive in most garden situations.

SOPHORA MICROPHYLLA 'KOWHAI' - PLANT OF THE MONTH JUNE 2009 THE PRESS

Kowhai - adaptable and widespread entertainer

COROKIA 'GEENTYS GREEN' - NZ GARDENER PLANT OF THE MONTH JULY 2009

Waikato born-and-bred, Corokia 'Geentys Green' is a true Kiwi plant.

RED BEECH - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH JULY 2009

Red Beech - just the ticket.

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COPROSMA LOBSTER - NZ GARDENER MAGAZINE PLANT OF THE MONTH AUGUST 2009

With its twisting, tangling branches and tiny leaves, Coprosma Lobster is a quirky divaricating shrub that often prompts closer inspection and, more often than not, a gentle touch to see if is really that prickly (Coprosma Lobster is wonderfully deceptive).

LOPHOMYTRUS 'RED DRAGON' - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH AUGUST 2009

This native beauty is a versatile little number appealing to even the novice gardener.

ROSEMARY IRENE - NZ GARDENER MAGAZINE PLANT OF THE MONTH - SEPTEMBER 2009

As a Hot 'n' Dry Solutionz from Gardening Solutionz, Rosemary 'Irene', with its dark sky blue flowers smothering the plant from spring through to midsummer, is stunning.

WE ARE WINNERS - NURSERY OF THE YEAR 2009/2010

It is the Kiwi gardening industry's most prestigious award: the Daltons Nursery Of The Year. (To make it doubly special, it's only awarded every second year at the annual Nursery and Garden Industry Association Conference). THis year, the highly coveted trophy went to US!

LAVENDER AVONVIEW - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH SEPTEMBER 2009

For those of you wanting a little bit of spring in your garden, look no further than the star performer Lavender stoechas Avonview, a Hot 'n' Dry Solutionz from Gardening Solutionz, with its rich flower colour and alluring fragrance.

CONVOLVULUS CNEORUM - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH OCTOBER 2009

Don't let the name fool you. This decidely stunning shrub is a friendly member of the Convolvulus genus and not a weed.

DAHLIA MYSTIC DESIRE - NZ GARDENER MAGAZINE PLANT OF THE MONTH - NOVEMBER 2009

This fashionable mahogany black foliaged Dahlia from Gardening Solutionz has very distinctive scarlet red flowers which will add impact to any garden.

PRUNUS LUSITANICUS - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH NOVEMBER 2009

Keeping your garden edgy - for a hedge with an edge try Prunus lusitanicus.

GERANIUM 'ROZANNE' - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH - DECEMBER 2009

Into the blue - When Donald and Rozanne Waterer collected seed from two geraniums growing as neighbours in their garden in Somerset, England, they never imagined the resultant plant Geranium 'Rozanne' would be selected as Perennial Plant Of The Year 2008.

PETUNIA RASPBERRY BLAST - NOW YOU CAN HAVE YOUR CUPCAKE AND PLANT IT TO!

A new sensation has just hit New Zealand Garden Centres - Petunia Raspberry Blast 'the perfect perennial'.

CHOISYA 'AZTEC PEARL' - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH FEBUARY 2010

For those with a gap in your garden needing attention, try Choisya 'Aztec Pearl'.

ASTELIA 'WESTLAND' - A HARDY LITTLE BEAUTY

Are you looking for something a bit different in your garden?

ELLERSLIE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER SHOW

The 2010 Ellerslie International Flower Show promises to be a real show stopper. For the first time in its 15 year history, Ellerslie will have two international feature gardens in 2010.

CHIONOCHLOA FLAVICANS - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH MARCH 2010

Graceful Grasses

CORDYLINE CARAMEL - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH - APRIL 2010

Looking for hues of Autumn? Its new and delectable!

DIANELLA DESTINY - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH - MAY 2010

Destined To Stun

DIANELLA DESTINY - THE STAR NEWSPAPER

Wanting something to provide stunning foliage all year round? A new plant release is just hitting South Island garden centre shelves.

ERICAS - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH JUNE 2010

Colour to brighten winter- who can resist the temptation of flowers at this time of the year - a blast of colour in the winter landscape is always a tonic!

PHORMIUM ELFIN - THE PRESS PLANT OF THE MONTH JULY 2010

As popular as ever for their maintenance free habit and their ability to enhance even the sorriest of garden, Phormiums are tried and true popular New Zealand performers.