Weed killers, pest sprays, fertilisers and other gardening products can be harmful. Take extra care when using, storing, and disposing of these to protect yourself, your whānau and the environment.

Safe gardening

Make your home and garden safer by choosing products that are as gentle as possible, and by getting rid of old products you don’t use.

Importing plants and seeds

Plant species that are new organisms need approval from us before they can be imported into New Zealand.

Glyphosate

Find out how to safely use glyphosate, what it is used for, and how it is regulated in New Zealand and overseas.