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PINUS

PINUS halpensis                                        ALEPPO PINE                                                   10 to 15 metres

A drought resistant pine that does well where others won't grow.  It likes limestone soils.  It is an attractive tree that retains its lower foliage which is a fresh green colour.  It is not considered a good timber tree.

PINUS radiata                                            RADIATA PINE                                                    30 to 40 metres

This is a most common pine grown in plantations for its’  timber. It is a very adaptable tree with a neat appearance.  Needs high rainfall for commercial growing. We also grow a radiata variety from imported seed specifically for Christmas tree plantations or agroforestry. We have three forms.

Pinus radiata – this is your normal form found in most older plantations and wind breaks.

Pinus radiata GF19 – grown from imported NZ seed from special seed orchards. Selected for it quicker  growth rate and form. Ideal for timber. Some Christmas tree growers use this form and trim to shape.

Note – both the GF19 are at a premium price because of royalties and importing cost etc.

SCHINUS

SCHINUS areira (formerly S. molle)       PEPPERCORN    TREE                                8 to 10 metres

A beautiful, low branching tree with pendulous fresh, green ferny-like foliage and red to light pink berries.  Does well in most conditions with the exception of wet soils.  Roots may damage buildings if planted too close.

SOLANUM

SOLANUM laciniatum              KANGAROO  APPLE                                                   3 metres

Native shrub adaptable to most soils and conditions. Quick growing with dark green leaves, purple star shaped flowers turning into orange berries. Drought and frost hardy.

VIMINARIA

 VIMINARIA juncea                    GOLDEN SPRAY                                                           3 metres