What things to look for when buying a plant from a plant shop in New Zealand?

You are on the right page if you want to buy a native nursery Auckland. Buying plants is a lot of fun. But it would help if you did your homework before heading to the nursery. Planning will give your plants the best chance to thrive and lead you to your lushest, most striking garden ever.

Before you go shopping, it's good to know your zone. The government has mapped the nation into zones that gardeners can use to find the plants most likely to thrive on your site.

Most plant tags and seed packets will show you the suitable zones. But if it does not, a fast internet search will reveal the answer.

What are your light conditions?

Every plant has sun and shade requirements. Before shopping, tour your yard sometimes to show how much light different places get.

Many tropical plants Auckland can tolerate shady and sunny conditions. It's better to pick up part Sun and part shade plants for spots that get a bit of both.

How much rain do you get?

If you live in an arid location, stick to drought-tolerant plants unless you want to spend time watering.

If you live in a region that gets lots of rain, if your soil has poor drainage, buy plants that can survive a wet environment.

How much time do you get?

Some plants will need more maintenance than others to look at their best. If you don’t have time to deadhead, pick self-cleaning flowering plants. Pick slow-growing palms for sale Auckland that need less frequent trimming. Consider how much energy and time you need to dedicate to your gardening. It would help if you bought plants that match your commitment level.

Will you go on vacation?

Do you ever hit the road for weeks at a time? Think about your travel schedule when buying plants. If you want to be absent often and don't need a green-thumbed friend or neighbour to tend to things, pick plans that will try without you, and you will exist on autopilot.

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