kauri

Agathis australis | kauri

 

A giant of New Zealand's forests, kauri offers a unique to addition to the landscape. While renowned for its towering stature, its slow growth makes it surprisingly manageable in a garden setting. Planting kauri is now more important than ever, as this iconic species faces the threat of kauri dieback.  These remarkable trees, capable of living for centuries, hold deep cultural significance. Young kauri exhibit a beautiful, pyramidal form, gradually transitioning into a stately, round-headed tree as they mature.
For optimal growth, kauri prefer rich, well-drained soil and a sheltered position.