Our Product Range

We grow a wide range of trees, which means we can offer you the tree that meets your needs and vision. As professionals we want to work with you to make sure your project is a success, that means making sure you have the information you need to choose the right tree for the right job.

Deciduous, Evergreen, or New Zealand Native Tree?

When thinking about which trees to plant there are lots of considerations, one of the first things to decide on is whether you want a deciduous tree (loses its leaves in the winter e.g. a flowering cherry tree), an evergreen tree (doesn’t lose its leaves in the winter e.g. a portugal laurel), or if you specifically want a New Zealand native tree (native to Aotearoa e.g a kowhai).

Each tree type has their strengths and weaknesses so first consider things like; whether you want more light in the winter (go for a deciduous), or whether the area it covers would be challenging to clean up in Autumn (go for a evergreen), and even the style of the architecture on the property (a classic kiwi bach looks great with native plantings). A mixture of tree types can be really attractive and allow for a considered and perennially attractive landscape.

What size tree to choose?

The eventual size of a tree is something many people consider too late so make sure you talk to our team about choosing the tree that is the right size and shape for your project. At Canterbury Trees all of our trees are advanced grade big trees so you know that you won’t have to wait too long either way.

Planting for your soil type

Soil type in your area is critical when choosing a tree, so discuss your local conditions with our helpful experts to ensure you’ve got the right tree for the right spot.