Sorry, we're closed.

Unfortunately, Oratia Native Plant Nursery has now closed down. For further information, click here.

What should I plant?
Search by name:
And/or by attributes:

Full sun
Mid sun
Shade


Damp
Moist
 Dry  

   
Sheltered
Exposed


Type:
Height: to
Spread: to
Clear search form
Browse catalogue A-Z
Summer planting
Contrary to popular opinion, summer planting is fine as long as adequate water is provided throughout any prolonged dry periods. This allows you to take advantage of increased summer growth.
Deschampsia cespitosa
Height: 0.5m;  Spread: 0.4m
Grass
Fast-growing, with attractive matt green sword-like leaves. Tall white flower spikes in January.
Copyright © Oratia Native Plant Nursery Limited, 2007