Plants For Any Situation

Whether planting for amenity, utility or rehabilitation, there are many reasons to choose New Zealand native species.

More than 80% of New Zealand native species are endemic (occur nowhere else).  As such they are a major part of New Zealand’s own unique identity.  Iconic New Zealand plants include: ti kouka (cabbage tree); harakeke (flax); pohutukawa, kauri; kowhai and ngutukaka (kakabeak).  Species having strong cultural significance include: harakeke; pingao; karaka and totara.

Throughout New Zealand the broad range of geology and varied climate has created a huge diversity of ecosystems: coastal, wetland, grassland, shrubland, forest and alpine. This has produced an equally diverse range of species that can be matched to many and varied site requirements: wet, dry, open, shaded, etc.  As well as already being well adapted to local and diverse environments, New Zealand native plants also offer an impressive range of colour, form and texture.

A further benefit is that planting native species encourages New Zealand native fauna!

Proseed carries a large range of New Zealand native seed. If you cannot find what you want, please contact Jayne or Paul (+64 3 314 8978 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) and we will assist you.