Indoor plant
Dracaena lemon lime
Striped lime-green leaves that brighten offices and living rooms. Likes bright, indirect light; water when the top few centimetres of soil are dry.
Plant guide
Plants we love
A few of the plants we use most, with simple care notes. Not sure what suits your space? Ask us.
Indoor plant
Dracaena compacta
A compact, glossy dracaena that copes with lower light and grows slowly, so it stays tidy on tables and in corners.
Indoor plant
ZZ plant
One of the toughest indoor plants. Tolerates low light and missed waterings; the main risk is overwatering. Keep away from pets and children, as the sap is irritating.
Indoor and sheltered palm
Areca palm
Feathery, clustering palm for bright rooms, covered patios and entrances. Keep the soil evenly moist and out of harsh midday sun.
Avenue tree
Ashoka
Tall, narrow evergreen with drooping leaves, ideal for avenues, boundaries and screens where space is tight.
Entrance palm
Thika palm
A hardy palm used to frame entrances and courtyards. Sold in large tubs so it gives instant presence.
Colour and climbers
Bougainvillea
Sun-loving and drought-tolerant, with bright papery bracts. Prune after flowering and keep feeding light to encourage more colour.
Lawn grass
Pemba grass
A soft, dense lawn grass well suited to Kenyan gardens. Needs full sun, regular mowing and seasonal feeding.
Flowering shrub
Yesterday, today and tomorrow
Flowers open purple and fade to white over a few days, so the shrub carries three colours at once. Prefers light shade and shelter.