Deciduous Trees and Shrubs

Goldmine is a well-loved, freestone nectarine variety bred in New Zealand, prized for its exceptional flavour and versatility. In spring, the tree is covered in dense clusters of rosy-pink blossoms that transform into round, red-and-yellow fruit maturing in late February. The juicy white flesh is sweet and aromatic, making it perfect for eating fresh straight from the tree, as well as for stewing, preserving, or jam-making. A reliable and productive variety, Goldmine nectarine is self-pollinating and makes a delightful addition to home gardens and small orchards alike.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Low chill requirement so suitable for a wide range of climates.
Size: Height 3-5m x width 2-3m

Prunus persica Golden Queen is a popular late-season peach known for its reliable crops and excellent preserving qualities. This clingstone variety produces medium-sized fruit with golden yellow skin and firm, juicy yellow flesh. Harvest occurs very late in the season, usually around March, making it a great option for extending the home peach harvest. In spring, the tree is covered in attractive blossoms before developing its flavourful fruit. Golden Queen is self-pollinating, meaning it does not require another peach tree nearby to produce a good crop. The fruit is highly versatile and is particularly valued for preserving, stewing, bottling, and canning, while still being delicious eaten fresh.

Soil: Well-drained and well-worked soil. Keep soil moist until tree is established.
Conditions: Full sun. Frost tolerant.
Size: Height 4m x width 4m

Tilia Greenspire is a magnificent, well-formed tree known for its striking, pyramidal shape and impressive adaptability. A versatile choice for urban landscapes, this tree excels as a shade tree in parks, gardens, streets, and open spaces. Its lush, heart-shaped, dark green foliage turns a vibrant yellow in autumn, creating a brilliant seasonal display. In summer, Greenspire produces fragrant, creamy-yellow flowers that attract pollinators, enhancing its ecological value. The grey-brown bark develops deep, attractive furrows with age, adding character to the tree.

Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soils but is adaptable to various soil types.
Conditions: Thrives in full sun to part shade. Notable for its resilience in urban environments and tolerance to aerial salt conditions.
Size: Height 12-15m x width 6-10m

Clarke's Giant Lilac is a deciduous medium to tall shrub with large clusters of fragrant gentian-blue flowers. This species flowers in spring with dense and heavily fragrant clusters of flowers that attract butterflies, bees and nectar-eating birds into the garden. Clarke's Giant Lilac flowers and their heart-shaped, dark green foliage are great for bouquets and have a long vase life. This species is used in borders, screening, mass planting or as a specimen plant.

 Soil: Well-drained soil
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 2-3m x width 1-2m

Red Noonan Peach Dwarf is a very prolific fruiting tree producing medium to large-sized fruit with deep red skin and juicy white flesh. Harvest of this freestone variety is from mid-January to mid-February. They have a delicious flavour suitable for eating fresh or processing into preserves or canning. Red Noonan is self-pollinating but would benefit from another peach to cross-pollinate.

Soil: Well-drained, well-composted soil. 
Conditions: Full sun position. Frost tender.
Size: Height 2m x width 2m