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Lancewood/Horoeka

Price

$4.00

Lancewood/Horoeka (Pseudopanax Crassifolius) is a spectacular slow-growing specimen with narrow, green, softly-serrated juvenile leaves. It changes it´s leaf shape while it matures to shorter dark green leaves. Has a slender, erect trunk that is often unbranched for several meters, giving it a distinctive lance-like appearance. Popular ornamental plant in garden and landscapes, prized for it´s architectural form. Attractive to pollinators with its small cream or green coloured flowers.

 

Height/Spread: 8-10(12)/3m

Leaves: Juveniles dark green leaves up to 60 cm long, Adult Leaves 10-20/2-3 cm

Flowering Time: January - April

Growth rate: Slow/Medium - can take many years to reach maturity

 

Hardy once established, but frost-tender when young. Can tolerate a wide range of soil types but prefers well drained sites and performes best in full sun or partial shade.

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RETURN & REFUND POLICY

Due to the nature of live plants, we do not accept general returns.

SHIPPING INFO

We are pleased to offer nationwide shipping for our native plants. Below are our shipping guidelines and rates:

Shipping Areas & Timeframes

  • We ship across New Zealand, excluding offshore islands.

Packaging & Handling

  • Plants are carefully packed to minimize damage during transit.
  • Orders are sent in eco-friendly packaging where possible.

Shipping Costs

  • Small Orders (e.g., 8 PB2 plants, OR 24 root trainer plants, OR 4 PB5 plants) – $28 freight
  • Medium Orders (e.g., 2 cartons as above - 16 PB2’s etc or a mix) – $60 freight
  • Larger orders will be calculated by our team and we will get back to you with best estimate
  • Rural delivery may incur an additional fee.

Pick-Up Option

  • Local customers can opt for free pick-up from Okarito Nursery.

UNDERSTANDING PLANT SIZES

What Does PB Mean?
We list plant sizes using terms like PB2 or Root Trainer, which refer to the container size. PB stands for “Planter Bag,” and the number equals the volume in pints (1 PB ≈ 568ml).

  • R/T: Small, deep cells for strong roots—great for bulk/restoration.

  • PB2: Small, established, easy to plant.

  • PB5: Medium size, strong roots.

  • PB8: Larger, more mature.

  • PB12: Our biggest, for quick impact.
    Need help choosing? Just ask!

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