Jungle Nurseries

27/09/2026

The story of how our nursery came to be in pretty special.
Jungle Nurseries is truly a living, growing portfolio of Michael Mansvelt Design Ltd's life work.
If you haven't visited us yet, what are you waiting for, come discover our little piece of paradise.

25/09/2026

The Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival is just five weeks away, and we’re getting pretty excited to share Jungle with you all.

This year there’s even more to explore, including our new Jungle Garden Discovery Trail, a journey through the gardens and greenhouse, showcasing how plants grow, work together and transform a space.

The Taranaki Garden Festival has shared a Q&A with Michael Mansvelt Design Ltd exploring the story behind Jungle, how it has evolved over the past six years, and what you can expect when you visit us this Festival.

Have a read -

1. Is there a part of your garden you’ve changed, refreshed or added since the last time you were in the festival?Yes. The entire property continues to evolve, but this year a new development is the Jungle Garden Discovery Trail.When I bought the property in January 2020, there wasn’t a plant le...

16/09/2026

Our Spring plant sale keeps getting better! We’ve asked the team to choose some of the best plants to get into your garden this spring, and they've come up with some great species that are all available now at Jungle! Pop in and see us at 57 Colson Rd.
Don't forget we are now open 7 days a week!

🌿 Puka — Small $25 | Large $125
Lush, glossy and distinctly NZ. A brilliant native for creating that subtropical Jungle feel, particularly in coastal gardens.

🌾 NZ Toi Toi — $12
Big, feathery plumes and loads of movement,, perfect when you want softness and texture in the garden.

🔥 Australian Flame Tree — Small $40 | Large $60
A statement tree with serious personality, famous for its spectacular flowers.

🌿 Variegated Ficus — from $45
Bold variegated foliage and an easy way to bring a lush, tropical feel to your space.

🌵 African Milk Tree — from $50
Sculptural, architectural and just a little bit weird, which is exactly why we love it.

12/09/2026

We are now Open Sunday 10am -3pm.
Come visit the nursery and explore our range of native, tropical, and diverse range of plants.

11/09/2026

Weekend Opening Hours for Spring.
Saturday & Sunday 10am -3pm.
See you in the Jungle this weekend...

11/09/2026

Ground covers are a simple way to add another beautiful layer to your garden. 🌿
Plant them beneath trees, ferns and taller plants to fill bare spaces, soften edges and help suppress weeds as they spread.
We’ve got a great range in stock and Spring is the perfect time to plant!
We are now open Saturday and Sunday, from 10am - 3pm!
Come and find the perfect ground cover for your garden this weekend.

06/09/2026

Lavandula dentata | French Lavender - $12 a batch available now!
One of Michael Mansvelt Design Ltd garden favourites, grown right here Jungle and selling for only $12 a batch!
Long flowering, beautifully fragrant and brilliant planted en masse.
At this price, don’t plant one, plant a drift. Come and get yours while this batch lasts.

29/04/2026

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