Grasses such as Lomandra ‘Lime Tuff’, Miscanthus sinensis, and oioi form a soft, structural foundation. These are interwoven with perennial planting including Gaura, Manuka, Sedum 'Autumn Joy' and Hydrangea ‘Limelight’, providing colour, texture, and year-round floral interest.
Native Coastal Sanctuary | Mangawhai Heads
The Plant Palette
This coastal sanctuary is an evolving garden between bush and sea. This is the garden designer’s own space — a place to experiment with plants that offer both beauty and resilience. Designed to be easy care and drought tolerant, the garden blends native planting with elements of a cottage garden, creating a relaxed, natural feel.
Gaura 'Siskiyou Pink'
Miscanthus 'Morning Light'
Salvia Leucantha
Muehlenbeckia Astonii
Canna Ehemanii
Callistemon 'John Mashlan'
Leptospermum 'Red Falls'
Sedum 'Autumn Joy'
Geranium Vision Violet
Lavandula Stoechas 'Major' - Lavender
Apodasmia Similis - Oi Oi
Protea
