Plant

Iwi representatives & conservationists journey to Zealandia sanctuary to plant seeds of the mysterious parasitic flowering plant Dactylanthus or flower of the underworld. Audio

An extremely rare critter this week, found only on one site! Only found on the limestone outcrops of the Waitaki Valley.  Audio

Canterbury school kids are learning how to grow and care for trees with the Orchards in Schools programme. The Canterbury Horticultural Society supplies schools with apple, pear and plum trees… Audio, Gallery

Earthquake demolition work in Christchurch has made way for an urban farm that is equipping young people with life and work skills.  Audio, Gallery

Trying to make sense of New Zealand's flora and fauna has kept entomologist, George Gibbs, occupied for six decades. Audio, Gallery