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Searching for the best apricot rose for your New Zealand garden? Apricot roses offer an enchanting balance between warm golden hues and delicate peach undertones, making them a favourite with gardeners who want a unique, soft-coloured bloom. Whether you're hoping to brighten up a cottage border, create a show-stopping rose display, or simply love the sweet, romantic look of apricot flowers, there are several outstanding varieties worth considering. Discover the top apricot roses, as well as complementary plants and fruiting trees, to help you craft a garden full of natural beauty.

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Hemerocallis 'Apricot Dream'

Hemerocallis 'Apricot Dream' is a beautiful daylily that produces masses of soft apricot blooms through summer, bringing warm colour and lasting appeal to New Zealand gardens. This hardy perennial is prized for its reliable flowering, attractive strap like foliage, and easy care nature.

From $23.39

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Helleborus 'Apricot Hybrid' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'Apricot Hybrid' is a charming evergreen perennial that produces elegant apricot toned flowers through winter and early spring. Its long flowering season and attractive foliage make it an excellent choice for shaded borders, woodland gardens, cottage gardens, and decorative containers throughout New Zealand.

From $19.95

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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Helleborus 'English Thoroughbred Series' (Winter Rose)

Helleborus 'English Thoroughbred' is a premium evergreen perennial valued for its elegant winter and early spring flowers and attractive year round...

From$22.95
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Apricot 'Garden Annie'

Apricot 'Garden Annie' is a compact apricot tree prized for its sweet juicy fruit and attractive spring blossom display. This deciduous fruit tree is...

From$404.59
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Apricot Trevatt

Apricot 'Trevatt' is a popular apricot tree valued for its delicious sweet fruit and attractive spring blossom display. This deciduous fruit tree...

From$404.59
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Helleborus 'Hot Flash' (Winter Rose)

Helleborus 'Hot Flash' is a stunning evergreen perennial that delivers vibrant winter and early spring colour with its richly coloured blooms and...

From$29.95
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Apricot Sundrop

Apricot 'Sundrop' is a delicious apricot tree valued for its sweet golden fruit and attractive spring blossom display. This deciduous fruit tree...

From$404.59
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Rose Ann Turner

Rose Ann Turner is a climbing rose that features masses of double, pink flowers. The blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn provided the...

From$30.29
Helleborus orientalis with colourful pink flowers.
Helleborus orientalis (Lenten Rose)

Helleborus orientalis, commonly known as Lenten Rose, is a hardy perennial prized for its elegant winter and early spring blooms. Flowers appear in...

From$22.95
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Weigela 'Wine And Roses'

Weigela 'Wine and Roses' is a striking deciduous shrub renowned for its rich burgundy purple foliage and masses of vibrant rosy pink trumpet shaped...

From$25.53
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Rose Raspberry Ice

“Raspberry Ice” is a Floribunda shrub rose that features large and showy flowers that are cream with a raspberry coloured margin. The lightly...

From$44.09
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Rose Albertine

Rose Albertine is a climbing rose featuring very showy, salmon-pink flowers. The highly fragrant blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn...

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Rose 'Golden Celebration'

'Golden Celebration' Rose is an outstanding English rose celebrated for its large rich golden yellow blooms, strong fragrance, repeat flowering, and...

From$38.57
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Camellia 'Red Red Rose'

Camellia 'Red Red Rose' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its rich red blooms that bring bold colour and elegance to New Zealand gardens...

From$32.95
Purple flowers on Burgundy Iceberg Rose.
Rose 'Burgundy Iceberg'

The 'Burgundy Iceberg' Rose is a striking floribunda rose renowned for its rich burgundy purple blooms, repeat flowering, and exceptional garden...

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Super Shield Rose Spray – 1 Litre

This multipurpose spray is designed to control most common pests and diseases that affect roses. That includes blackspot, aphids, rust, powdery...

From$156.96
An informal hedge of 'Iceberg' rose plants with masses of white flowers.
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Rosa ‘Iceberg’, one of the world’s most popular roses, is a reliable floribunda variety producing masses of pure white, lightly fragrant blooms from...

From$38.57
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Rose Flower Carpet Gold

Rose Flower Carpet Gold is a popular ground cover rose that features masses of showy, yellow flowers. Flowering begins in spring and will continue...

From$34.43
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Rose Simplicity Violet Serenity

“Violet Serenity” is a magnificent small, shrub rose owing to its colourful display of bright pink flowers. The showy blooms are borne as clusters...

From$35.81
Rose 'Flower Carpet White' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Rose 'Flower Carpet White'

Rose 'Flower Carpet White' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its masses of pure white flowers and exceptional disease resistance. This tough...

From$34.43
An exquisite flower on 'White Romance' Rose.
Rose White Romance

“White Romance” is a very popular shrub rose that features masses pure white flowers. The showy blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn...

From$38.57
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Rose Flower Carpet Pink

Rose Flower Carpet Pink features large trusses of semi-double, pink flowers. Flowering begins in spring and continues until autumn provided the spent...

From$34.43
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Iris Rose Queen (Japanese Water Iris)

“Rose Queen” is a variety of Japanese Water Iris that produces spectacular flowers. The showy, two-tone pink blooms are borne atop sturdy stems in...

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Rose Fertiliser

Roses respond exceptionally well to rose fertiliser with better quality flowers and foliage, stronger stems, and a much healthier and brighter...

From$16.95
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Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet

Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet is a ground cover rose that features masses of showy, scarlet red flowers. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark...

From$33.81
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Cistus 'Snowmound' (White Rock Rose Plant)

Cistus ‘Snowmound’ is a compact evergreen shrub that produces a breathtaking display of pure white flowers with golden-yellow centres from late...

From$24.77
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Rose 'Lavender Jewel'

Rose 'Lavender Jewel' is a stunning hybrid tea rose admired for its exquisite lavender blooms and strong, sweet fragrance. Each perfectly formed...

From$30.29
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Orange 'Best Seedless'

The ‘Best Seedless’ Orange is a superb variety prized for its deliciously sweet, seedless fruit and easy-to-peel skin. Perfect for New Zealand...

From$34.95
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Rose 'Just Joey'

Just Joey Rose is a stunning hybrid tea rose known for its apricot blooms and delightful fragrance. Ideal for adding warm colour and scent to New...

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Rose Buff Beauty

Rose Buff Beauty is an old-fashioned climbing rose that features very showy, apricot coloured flowers with a yellow undertone. The fragrant blooms...

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Rose 'Crepuscle' (Crepuscule Rose)

The Crepuscule Rose is a near thornless climbing rose that features delightful, apricot-orange flowers. The impressive blooms coat the plant and...

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Rose School Girl

“School Girl” is a climbing rose that produces masses of apricot coloured flowers with a touch of pink. The showy blooms from spring through autumn...

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Hemerocallis 'Apricot Dream'

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Why Choose Apricot Roses?

Apricot roses are prized for their gentle colouring and versatile charm. Their blooms stand out without overpowering the landscape, and many varieties boast delightful fragrance and repeat flowering from spring through autumn. Apricot roses tend to pair well with white, purple, and blue-flowered perennials for a harmonious effect. These roses are generally hardy—making them ideal for New Zealand’s varied climates—and offer excellent disease resistance in modern cultivars.

Top Apricot Rose Varieties

When it comes to the best apricot rose, look for varieties that combine captivating colour, reliable performance, and strong growth habits. Among the contenders, the elegant 'Rose Strawberry Blonde' stands out. This remarkable rose showcases blooms that blend apricot, honey, and strawberry tones, making it a perfect centrepiece for your rose garden. To explore this popular option, visit the Rose Strawberry Blonde page for specifications and growing tips.

Additionally, modern apricot roses often feature repeat flowering, meaning you'll enjoy blooms from spring well into autumn. They also are bred to be resilient to pests and diseases, so even beginner gardeners will find success.

Pairing Apricot Roses with Companion Plants

The best apricot rose looks stunning when planted alongside compatible perennials. Try incorporating Hemerocallis Apricot Dream for a similar soft colour palette and quick-growing habit. The Hemerocallis Apricot Dream (Apricot Dream Daylily) offers lush apricot blooms that echo the gentle warmth of your roses. For shade-loving companions, consider the Helleborus Apricot Hybrid (Hellebore), which adds early-season colour and interest beneath taller roses.

Beyond Roses: Apricot-Toned Fruit Trees for Your Garden

Apricot hues aren’t limited to flowering plants. If you love the colour and want a delicious harvest, try planting an apricot fruit tree. The Apricot Royal Rosa is particularly valued for its flavourful fruit and compact growth, making it ideal for urban gardens. Likewise, Apricot 'Garden Annie' caters perfectly to gardeners wanting a productive, beautiful tree with soft golden fruit and ornamental value.

Tips for Growing the Best Apricot Rose

To ensure your apricot roses thrive, plant them in full sun with well-draining, rich soil. Water deeply during dry spells and mulch to conserve moisture. Regular feeding with a balanced rose fertiliser will promote healthy growth and abundant blooms. Prune in late winter to shape your plant and remove weak stems. Pairing your roses with matching apricot perennials or fruiting trees elevates the colour scheme and extends your garden’s seasonal interest.

Ready to try the best apricot rose? Browse our selection to find the perfect plant for your landscape, and combine with companion plants and fruit trees to make your garden truly exceptional.

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