# Bring New Zealand’s endangered beauty to your garden: planting Kakabeak

- Link: https://rd2.co.nz/bring-new-zealands-endangered-beauty-to-your-garden-planting-kakabeak/
- Published: 2024-08-15T00:30:07+00:00
- Author: RSF Admin

Imagine stepping into your garden and being greeted by the vibrant, red blossoms
of the Kakabeak plant (Ngutukākā)—a stunning plant that’s not only rare but also
a symbol of New Zealand’s unique natural heritage. The endangered Kakabeak plant
offers home gardeners like you a chance to make a real difference by supporting 
local wildlife and contributing to conservation efforts such as those made by Tairawhiti
Ngutukaka, which is just one of the 290 restoration projects under Trees that Count.

**Did you know** that the Kakabeak has significant cultural importance to Māori?
The shape of the plant’s striking red flower is said to resemble the beak of the
kākā, a native parrot, and its seeds have traditionally been used in Māori crafts
and jewellery.

Ready to bring this beautiful piece of New Zealand into your backyard? Here’s how
you can do it, with a little help from Superzyme and Rootella, Mycorrhizal fungi.

### Why you should plant Kakabeak

Planting Kakabeak in your garden does more than add beauty; it creates a sanctuary
for New Zealand’s native birds like the tūī and bellbird, attracting them with its
vibrant red flowers and filling your garden with their lively songs. At the same
time, Kakabeak supports essential pollinators like bees and butterflies by providing
a vital food source, especially when other plants aren’t in bloom. By choosing the
Kakabeak plant, you’re not just adding beauty to your garden—you’re playing a crucial
role in nurturing local wildlife and promoting biodiversity.

### Give your Kakabeak the best start with Superzyme and Rootella

Planting Kakabeak is a rewarding endeavour, but growing this native plant can be
a bit finicky, it requires the right care to survive and truly thrive. That’s where
Superzyme and Rootella come in. These garden superheroes ensure your Kakabeak will
flourish.

**Superzyme **is a game-changer in terms of biodiversity, much like reintroducing
Kakabeak back into your garden, by adding Superzyme you will be reintroducing billions
of beneficial organisms that play a natural role in boosting the plant’s root system
and defence system.  These powerful biological organisms help your Kakabeak plant
absorb nutrients more efficiently, resulting in stronger, more vigorous growth. 
With Superzyme, you’re giving your Kakabeak the ultimate head start, building the
resilience it needs to thrive and stand strong against environmental challenges.

**Rootella**, Mycorrhizal fungi works by forming a symbiotic relationship with Kakabeak’s
roots, allowing them to dig deeper into the soil. Mycorrhizal fungi is a natural
ally by extending the reach of roots and making it easier for the plant to access
water and nutrients. This extra support helps your Kakabeak plant grow stronger 
and better withstand dry spells and tough soil conditions including pathogens and
nematodes. With Mycorrhizal fungi, you’re not just ensuring Kakabeak’s survival—
you’re giving it the tools to thrive and produce a stunning display of abundant,
vibrant blooms.

### Make a difference—One Kakabeak at a time

Planting Kakabeak in your garden is more than just a gardening project—it’s a way
to connect with New Zealand’s natural heritage and contribute to conservation. With
the help of Superzyme and Rootella, Mycorrhizal fungi, you’ll give this endangered
plant the best chance to thrive,  improve your soil,  all while creating a haven
for native birds and pollinators.

More information about the products we have talked about in this blog is available
in the links below, and if you have any questions, simply email us at [rsf@rd2.co.nz](https://rd2.co.nz/bring-new-zealands-endangered-beauty-to-your-garden-planting-kakabeak/rsf@rd2.co.nz)

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