As wildfire risks grow across New Zealand, property owners, landscape architects and developers are shifting toward FireSmart design principles. Creating a defensible space around a dwelling no longer means replacing greenery with concrete - it’s about choosing the right p...
How to Design an Effective NZ Native Shelterbelt
September 30, 2026
Whether you’re looking to gain privacy from neighbouring properties, shield your garden from harsh winds or create a safe haven for local wildlife, planting a native shelterbelt is one of the smartest long-term investments you can make for your land.Unlike standard fences,...
The Ultimate Guide to Hedging Plants for Queenstown & Central Otago
September 21, 2026
Designing a garden in Queenstown/Southern Lakes or Central Otago comes with a unique set of microclimates. Our region is famous for its breathtaking landscapes, but it’s equally known for extreme conditions: heavy winter frosts, biting alpine winds, scorching summer sun an...
There is something special about seeing our high-country hardy stock take root in iconic local landscapes. The team at Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa recently refreshed the grounds around the lodge, selecting a refined mix of our Griselinia littoralis, Hebe odora and P...
Securing the Future of Your Landscape: Why Contract Growing is a Game-Changer for Central Otago Developments
August 17, 2026
Building and developing in the Southern Lakes and wider Central Otago region comes with a unique set of landscape challenges. Between severe winter frosts, scorching dry summers and wind-exposed sites, off-the-shelf plants brought in from softer climates often struggle to es...
Gardening in Central Otago isn't for the faint-hearted. Between baking, dry summers and bone-chilling winter frosts, plants need serious grit to survive, let alone thrive. But if you're looking to create a garden that hums with local birdlife and native pollinators, you don'...
When designing a modern residential streetscape in Central Otago, selecting the right landscaping plants is all about balancing architectural beauty with extreme climate resilience. A prime example of this is the streetscape planting within the premium Wooing Tree residentia...
Photo (L to R): Juncus edgariae, Carex secta, Phormium tenax, Juncus pallidus, Phormium cookianum...
Central Otago’s winter soils can swing wildly: waterlogged after rain, then suddenly dry. Choosing plants that can cope with both ends of the moisture spectrum is one of the simplest ways to keep a garden looking tidy and resilient year‑round.Two hardy natives stand out ...
Plant Focus: Shrubs for Dry Zones
June 22, 2026
Across the Southern Lakes and Central Otago, dry, free-draining soils are the norm, not the exception. Many gardens rely on minimal irrigation, and exposed sites can challenge even the toughest species.To help clients choose with confidence, we’re introducing a new monthly...
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Queenstown Nursery Ltd.
Queenstown, New Zealand