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Spring, Autumn. Germination times of native seeds vary from 2 weeks to several months. Once seedlings are 3-5cm high, transplant into small individual pots. Grow on untill a root ball establishes and transplant into the garden or containers.
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Propagation: The mature cones can be found in the autumn. Collect whole cones before they disintegrate and store until they open and reveal the winged seed. Sow seeds by pressing into a firm bed of seed raising mix and lightly cover with mix. Fresh seeds usually germinate within a month.
Propagation: Soften the fruit, mash and wash and decant off the pulp. Sow seeds immediately on a firm bed of seed raising mix and cover lightly. Seedlings could be up in two months otherwise in the spring.
Propagation: The seeds have only a very light seed coat and don't store well. Press well into a bed of seed raising mix but do not cover. Shoots will appear in a month or two depending on the temperature.
Rangiora is a shrub that prefers well drained hillsides, growing around forest margins and within the shade of forests. The flowers appear in the spring and the seeds with tiny wings to aid dispersal appear soon after. Collect the seed heads as the wings begin to dry.
This coprosma grows on moist sites, both on hillsides or flat ground and being shade tolerant, is happy in the understory. All coposmas are dioecious and require male and female individuals to set seed. Fruit ripens in the autumn with two seeds in the middle of each tiny dark blue coloured fruit.
This small-leaved coprosma grows on well drained sloping ground in both exposed sites and shady forest. Its divaricate nature results in a tight tangle of twiggy growth particularly in sunny exposed sites, making it tricky to collect the seed. The tiny ruby coloured fruit ripens in autumn with two seeds found in each.
Propagation: Sow directly or allow the fruit to go soft then wash away the pulp, leaving two seeds for each fruit. Sow on a firm bed of seed raising mix and cover lightly with mix. Seedlings appear in one to two months.
This coprosma grows on well drained sloping ground, tolerating both dry soil and heavy shade but not full sun. It is a definite understory plant and should never be planted without a protective canopy of vegetation. Fruit ripens February through May with two seeds in the middle of each red/orange/black coloured fruit.
As the name suggests, this shrub is very much at home in wetlands where it will grow in water up to 300 mm deep. It will also do well on dry soil but will not be as dense or tall enough to out-compete weeds. During April and May, the branches of the female plants are encrusted with black fruits, each containing two seeds. Strip off the ripe fruit and leave in a warm moist environment to soften.
Cabbage trees are quick growing and tolerate very wet soil. They are frequently found in wetlands but are also widespread in other habitats. Because they produce masses of seed, they are an ideal species to colonise disturbed areas or re-vegetate riverbanks but fail to thrive once other trees shade them out. White flowers appear en masse in the spring and are followed by white berries in the autumn containing several black seeds.
Propagation: Seeds are quick to germinate but very vulnerable to fungal attack. Prepare a firm, flat bed of seed raising mix and press the seeds into the bed with a board. Embryo roots appear within a few days and turn down into the soil.
Kotukutuku is a quick growing small tree found in a range of damp forest and scrub habitats throughout the county. It is tolerant of shade, will grow in full sun if it has sufficient shelter and water but does not cope well with flooding. Kotukutuku tolerates heavy frost with fresh growth appearing in the spring along with purple flowers, closely followed by red/purple berries (konini) which are filled with masses of tiny seeds. Collect the fruit as soon as it begins to ripen (early summer).
Propagation: Leave fruit in a warm moist environment to soften. Mash the pulp, mix with water and decant of the flesh. Pour of excess water and because the seeds are so tiny, it is advisable to mix them with a little sifted seed raising mix or sand before sprinkling over a firm bed of seed raising mix. Water well and place in the shade until the seedlings appear in about eight weeks then bring them into the light.
Hangehange is a characteristic shrub of lowland forests and is often found on forest margins and along tracks but will also grow deeper in the forest, soaking up the light that filters through the canopy. The seeds are borne in capsules, which dry out and split open in the autumn. Collect the capsules just as they begin to dry.
Propagation: Dry the capsules and break up the seed clusters as best you can. Sow the seeds sparingly on a firm bed of seed raising mix and lightly cover. Seedlings take about two months to germinate. The tiny seedlings are vulnerable to root disturbance so handle carefully and place in shade for the first week after pricking out.
Koromiko is a specialist coloniser of newly disturbed sites, thriving in an open sunny location and generally intolerant of shade. Flowers are in inflorescences with each inflorescence producing scores of capsules and seeds which are carried on the wind to new sites. Small plants grow quickly and may start producing flowers themselves within a year of germinating. Collect the capsules before they open and turn brown.
Propagation: Store capsules in a paper bag in a warm dry place to open and release the seeds. Sift the seeds onto a firm flat bed of seed raising mix, water well and place in the shade until the tiny seedlings begin to appear. Don't allow them to dry out and watch carefully for fungal infections.
Because of its quick growth and tolerance of exposure, rewarewa is commonly found in re-growth forest along forest tracks and on banks. Its distinctive red flowers appear around Labour weekend and provide a source of nectar for tui, bellbird and silvereye. The seed capsules mature in early winter, splitting open to release winged seeds to be blown in the wind.
Kanuka is an important early coloniser, producing copious quantities of minute seeds which are dispersed by wind. Quickly growing to the size of a modest tree at about 10 metres, it provides important shelter for other more vulnerable species to establish under. Kanuka is covered in a profusion of white flowers at Christmas and the seed is ready for collection around March. There is only a small 'window of opportunity' to collect the dry capsules as seed is quickly dispersed. Kanuka should always be ecosourced carefully because it is so variable across the country.
Pukatea is one of our most common native trees, being well adapted for survival in damp waterlogged soils, with wide buttressed trunks and breathing roots (pneumatophores). It will also thrive on hillsides if there is enough moisture in the soil. Seedlings cope well with the shade created by their parents and will come to dominate areas of forest where the seedlings of other trees are shaded out. Seeds are borne in pear-shaped green capsules which split open when dry to expose 'thistle-like' seeds which float in the wind.
Propagation: Collect the capsules off the ground and store in a paper bag in a warm dry place until the seed is released. It is not necessary to remove the fluff from the seed, just press the seeds into a firm bed of seed raising mix, cover lightly with mix and water well. Seed can take several months to germinate over the winter and the success rate can be variable.
Propagation: Sow the washed seeds or whole fruit sparingly on a firm bed of seed raising mix and lightly cover. Seeds usually take about two months to germinate depending on the temperature.
Pohutukawa is mostly a coastal species, naturally venturing as far south as the Mahia Peninsula on the east coast and northern Taranaki on the west coast. However, pohutukawa is widely cultivated outside this natural range. Flowers appear around Christmas and mature seeds in February and March.
Heketara is a common shrub of well drained hillslopes growing both around forest margins and under the shade of trees. The white daisy-like flowers appear in spring and the seeds with their tiny wings appear soon after. Collect the seed heads as the seed wings begin to dry.
Tanekaha prefers well drained soil and plenty of light and is commonly found on ridges and sloping ground in association with kanuka and kauri. It is a good tree for re-vegetating hillsides especially where soil is poor. Tanekaha is a conifer and the seeds are borne in cones, usually one and sometimes a few seeds in each cone. Pollen is produced in catkins, often both sexes on the same tree. Seed can be collected from low branches during April and May.
Propagation: Mash the ripe black fruit and wash to separate the pulp from the seeds. Sow seeds on a firm bed of seed raising mix, cover lightly with mix and water thoroughly. Cover with plastic or glass and place in a warm shady place.
Propagation: Soften the fruit, wash away the flesh and decant off the pulp leaving the tiny seeds or just sow the fruit whole if you are happy to accept less even germination. Seed sown in July is usually up around Christmas.
Taurepo is a shrub found on rocky stream banks and coastal cliffs. Although it likes well drained conditions, it is very vulnerable to drying out. The flowers appear in the spring and can be found on the plant throughout the summer. Individual flowers last only about a week and are succeeded by a dry capsule full of tiny seeds which are quickly dispersed. Look for plants in flower and then search for mature capsules.
Nikau is found in the warmer forests of New Zealand as far south as Westland and Banks Peninsula. It prefers damp shady spots but will do well in exposed sites as well, particularly along the coast. Flowering and fruiting is intermittent and irregular, so look out for ripe fruit any time this palm is encountered. Fruit is red when ripe, but dull buff coloured fruit found on the ground will germinate well too.Propagation: Press whole fruit into a bed of seed raising mix, cover lightly and water well before placing in a warm shady position. When germinated the large (5-7mm) seeds remain attached to the embryo root and shoot for a year or sometimes more. As soon as germinated, prick out into individual containers. 041b061a72