{"title":"Native Shelter Tree's","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhy fight nature when you can work with it? If you’re planting shelter, why not choose trees that have evolved to survive New Zealand’s harsh climate? Native shelter trees are built for our conditions, handling strong winds, frosts, coastal exposure and poor soils far better than many exotic species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhether you’re restoring a native landscape, establishing a shelter belt on your lifestyle block or simply wanting a tougher, lower-maintenance alternative, our range of native shelter trees will help protect your property while creating a home for New Zealand’s native wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy choose native shelter trees?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNative trees have evolved to cope with New Zealand’s diverse climates, making them naturally resilient and well suited to local conditions. Once established, many require little maintenance while continuing to provide year-round shelter and habitat for native birds and beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent wind protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen foliage for year-round shelter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHabitat and food for native birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for farms, lifestyle blocks and residential gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany species tolerate frost, wind and coastal conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-maintenance once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChoosing the right native shelter tree\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDifferent native species offer different benefits depending on your site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSome grow rapidly to establish shelter quickly, while others develop into dense screening trees ideal for privacy or noise reduction. Many also produce attractive flowers, berries or colourful foliage that add seasonal interest to the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWhen selecting a shelter tree, consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mature height and width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether you need fast shelter or a long-term feature planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting native shelter trees\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFor the best results, plant during autumn, winter or early spring while soil moisture is naturally higher. Prepare the planting site by removing competing weeds and applying mulch after planting to help conserve moisture and suppress weed growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRegular watering during the first summer will encourage strong root establishment. Once established, most native shelter trees become increasingly hardy and require only occasional maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNative shelter trees from CJ’s Plants\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWe grow a carefully selected range of New Zealand native shelter trees suited to Canterbury conditions and gardens throughout New Zealand. Whether you’re planting a rural shelter belt, screening a boundary or adding native character to your property, you’ll find quality, NZ-grown plants ready to establish and thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sophora-tetraptera","title":"Sophora Tetraptera","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis elegant evergreen tree charms with soft lemon-yellow flowers that draw in bellbirds and silvereyes. 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It’s the kind of plant that doubles up as both ornamental and functional. Hardy and resilient, it’s quite at home in a range of conditions, gracefully tolerating frosts without breaking a sweat. Truly, it’s a plant that stands out with its charm and practicality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eTenuifolium belongs to the Pittosporum genus which means 'pitch-seeded' and refers to the stick gum that surrounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e the dark seeds inside the capsules. Birds and insects are attached to Pittosporum Tenuifolium fragrant flowers in the spring, and fruit in the summer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative Habitat: Coastal to lower mountain forests throughout the North Island and in the South Island all except the western area's. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elliotts Retail","offers":[{"title":"pb18","offer_id":42324303675476,"sku":"ptten","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5809\/4932\/files\/pittosporum_tenuifolium.jpg?v=1740957734"},{"product_id":"dacrycarpus-dacrydioides","title":"Dacrycarpus Dacrydioides","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"421\" data-start=\"86\"\u003eDacrycarpus dacrydioides, commonly known as Kahikatea or White Pine, is New Zealand’s tallest native tree and one of the country’s most iconic forest species. 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